I loved the Disney animated Peter Pan movie when I was a child. I would set up a pallet on the floor of my grandparents’ living room and wear out the VHS. And though Tinkerbell was cute and had fairy wings, I didn’t want to be her. I wanted to be Peter Pan. Peter Pan […]
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What’s Up, Doc? (Warner Bros., 1972), Barbra Streisand “Judy Maxwell” Feathered Hat
While working through several iconic items related to action/adventure films, I was a bit stunned when I heard someone reference ‘the Barbra Streisand hat’ a few weeks ago. My mind immediately jumped to one of my favorite all-time comedies, knowing very well that the specific image in my head would NOT be whatever we had […]
Thelma and Louise (MGM, 1991) Brad Pitt “J.D.” Cowboy Hat
This Stetson 4” brim cowboy hat with a braided band and production sewn rattlesnake rattle was worn by Brad Pitt in Thelma and Louise, as “J.D”, the convicted robber that seduces “Thelma” Geena Davis and steals her life savings. This was Brad Pitt’s fifth movie and first big hit solidifying his flourishing career in Hollywood […]
The Mandalorian (Disney, 2019) Stormtrooper Costume
This Is the Prop You’re Looking For It’s a brisk and chilly Friday morning as I walk into work. A warm coffee battles the fog from my brain and my eyes open wide at the amazing costume assembled at my desk. With the speed of an SSP05 hyperdrive, I’m immediately taken to a galaxy far, […]
Rap’s Digital Dog: The Trailblazing PaRappa the Rapper Game
Our December 14th Power of PlayStation Showcase features a pair of dazzling copies of ParRappa the Rapper, widely considered the first true rhythm game. We’ve got a shiny VGA 90 NM +/MT copy as well as a pristine Wata 9.8 A+ example. PaRappa has always been ahead of the game, as he is the OG […]
Mr. Do! is the Greatest Video Game of All Time
I’ve been a cataloger here at Heritage Auctions for two years, but this month marks the first time we’ve offered the Super Nintendo version of Mr. Do!, my favorite video game of all time. There are only four copies on Wata’s June 2023 population report, and the game is hard to find in general, especially […]
Power of PlayStation Video Games Showcase Auction – December 14, 2023
Sony’s original PlayStation is one of the greatest gaming consoles of all time. I love the system’s DualShock controller, evolutionary leaps forward in 3D gaming, and sleek CD format (compatibility with audio CDs was a nice bonus), which offered more memory than cartridges. Selling more than 100 million units, the PS1 changed the industry forever […]
November 29 – 30 Rare Books Signature Auction
While I’m the Lead Video Game Cataloger for Heritage Auctions, I’m also a big reader and a professional author. Thanks in part to my mom, who took me to used bookstores when I was a kid, I learned to love the written word at a young age. She also let me order three offerings from […]
