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Fair Weigh Golf Scale

Built by the Colonial Scale Company around 1930, this Fair Weigh Golf Scale is a rare piece of Americana. One of only three known to still exist, it incorporated a complex golf game in the bottom. In the game, the user swings a small golf club with the turn of a knob, in hopes of sending their penny over the lake, past the obstacles, and into the hole. Fail, and the penny fell into the lake and thus the operator's cash box. Measuring six feet tall, it's in exceptional condition, and would be a highlight piece in any den, clubhouse, or collection.

Buy from M.S. Rau Antiques / $78,500

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Neil Armstrong Boot Prototype

Made by the International Latex Corporation (ILC) in Dover, Delaware, this boot was originally built to support the Apollo 11 mission. It has the light blue silicon tread, aluminized Mylar insulation layers, and gold-tone Kapton tape and liner of the boots used on the moon. However, it lacks the outer Beta cloth, Chromel-R fabrics, and some of the snaps and straps of the mission-ready pairs, meaning this pair was likely rejected for some reason. That same fact also means they are far better preserved than a pair that saw actual use, with the "Armstrong" name tag still intact.

Bid Now / $49,000

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Louis Vuitton Aluminium Explorer Trunk

There are rare collectibles and then there's the Louis Vuitton Aluminium Explorer Trunk. Produced in 1892, only a handful of these cabin trunks were made and just two of them are still around today. Meaning only you and the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris will have a piece of luggage just like this. But that's not the only thing that makes this item unique. During the time, rather than donning their signature monogram logo, an aluminum exterior was the ultimate status symbol. The material was considered precious at the time due to its expensive processing methods. The rest of this trunk's history is somewhat of a mystery, with its original owner unknown and its exotic travels left to the imagination. The piece will go under the gavel December 12, 2018.

Buy From Christie's / $63,000+

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John Mollo's Star Wars Sketchbooks

Though Ralph McQuarrie came up with the original Star Wars paintings, John Mollo turned those dreams into a reality. Mollo was tasked with providing detail for every costume for the entire cast of Star Wars: A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back — a massive assignment that later won him an Academy Award. Mollo passed away last year, and his family is offering up for auction some of his original sketchbooks that provide personal insight into the creative process of a legend. Both custom bound volumes contain production diary entries, meeting notes, and working sketches of many characters from the original trilogy as well as other projects Mollo worked on during this time frame. The books are expected to fetch well over $100,000 each and provide a unique opportunity to own a part of cinematic history.

Bid Now At Bonham's / $100,000 +

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Omega x NASA Alaska I Watch

While the Moonwatch Speedmaster was chosen for our initial trip to the moon, NASA still worried that longer EVAs might pose problems. Thus they turned to Omega to build an even more robust watch, and the Alaska project was born. The initial prototypes were enormously expensive. This is one of the second series of prototypes. The case of the watch is modeled after the Speedmaster Mk. II, but is otherwise completely different, with a caliber 861 movement specially tuned and lubricated to ensure precision in extreme environments, a mineral crystal covering the silver-white dial, and oversized sub-dial hands that could be read even under extreme vibrations. Not long after, the project was cut short, leaving just a handful of prototypes remaining. This one recently sold at auction in Geneva for $192,500, making it not just a rare piece of history, but a valuable one, as well.

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Hugh Hefner's Smoking Jacket

Aside from the Playboy Mansion itself, the item most identified with Hugh Hefner is his ever-present smoking jacket. This auction from Julien's gives you a chance to own one of Hef's personal covers. Made specifically for the late gentlemen's brand mogul, it's crafted from a scarlet silk damask fabric with a shawl collar and tie belt closure. The jacket is just part of a large auction of Hefner's belongings, which spans everything from his personal copy of the first issue of Playboy and the script for his 1977 appearance on Saturday Night Live to a couple of NSFW wristwatches and a host of Playboy-branded ephemera.

Bid Now / $3,000+

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Luna-16 Lunar Samples

There are plenty of lunar samples on Earth. These are only ones known to be in private hands. Returned to Earth by the unmanned Soviet Luna-16 mission, these moon rocks were presented to the widow of the Soviet space program's director. They have remained in the same private collection since being initially sold in 1993 for nearly $450,000. They're encased under glass below an adjustable lens and labeled "ЧАСТИЦЫ ГРУНТА ЛУНЫ-16" [SOIL PARTICLES FROM LUNA-16] on a plate below. The samples will be offered as part of a larger Space Exploration auction, taking place at Sotheby's in New York on November 29.

Bid Now / $700,000+

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SimpliSafe Home Security

SimpliSafe teamed up with global design firm IDEO to create a home security experience more beautiful, powerful and intuitive than ever before. Rebuilt from the ground up with new safeguards to create a latticework of protection the new Simplisafe is half the size with double the range. It's also fifty percent louder, five times faster, and the system's wireless Keypad is soft, smooth and wakes with a touch. It's incredibly easy to set up in just a few minutes with no drilling, wiring or tools required and is offered at the same revolutionary price that made SimpliSafe the fastest growing home security company in the nation.

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Buy now from SimpliSafe / $199+

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Grado Wireless Headphones

Leaning on decades of audio experience, Grado took their time developing their first Bluetooth headphone. It was worth the wait. The GW100 delivers the effortless detail and power the brand is known for, using the same signature drivers. Their open-back design is a world first for Bluetooth headphones and has been built to reduce escaping sound by up to 60% compared to wired open-backs. And while the wires might be missing, Grado's timeless design language remains intact, ensuring they look great with any ensemble.

Wireless: Bluetooth 4.2 with apt-X / Battery Life: 15 hours / Frequency Response: 20Hz-20KHz / SPL 1mW: 99.8 dB / 3.5 cable with Remote and Mic included

Buy from Uncrate Supply / $249

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1960's NASA Super Sonic Transport Model

As far as rare NASA memorabilia goes, this Super Sonic Transport Model will appease any space nerd. The miniature comes straight out of the Langley Research Center and was used during the 1960s for free-flight technique simulations. Its made of mostly wood and composite materials and measures in on the large side at 51-inches long. Since this one has been kept completely original, the body features some authentic dings and scratches from its time floating through the wind tunnels.

Buy From Agent Gallery / $5,685

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Stephen Hawking's Motorized Wheelchair

Along with 22 other significant items from his estate, Stephen Hawking's Motorized Wheelchair is going up for sale. The late great physicist started having to rely on wheelchairs in the late 1960s as a result of his amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. This one, in particular, was used from the late-1980s to the mid-1990s and is the oldest surviving member of his collection. The auction also includes his Cambridge Ph.D. thesis, a script from his cameo on The Simpsons, and various awards and medals. Bidding begins on October 31 and the proceeds from this lot will go to The Stephen Hawking Foundation and The Motor Neurone Disease Association.

Buy From Christie's / $12,900+

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Andy Warhol Photography Archive

He's best known for his screenprint paintings, but Andy Warhol was nearly as prolific a photographer as he was a painter. The Andy Warhol Photography Archive lets you peruse some 130,000 exposures taken by the pop artist between 1976 and 1987. Among the gems found in the 3,600 contact sheets include street scenes from New York, shots from the hot spots of the time, and portraits of celebrities and artists including Jean-Michel Basquiat, Truman Capote, Debbie Harry, Jackie Kennedy, and Keith Haring.

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1932 'The Mummy' Movie Poster

Inspired by the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb just a decade earlier, 1932's The Mummy starring Boris Karloff was one of a trifecta of early horror releases for Universal that set the tone for the genre. All are considered classics. This rare original-copy poster for the film is also considered a classic, and one of the most prized film posters in existence. A stone lithograph designed by Universal advertising art director Karoly Grosz, it's one of one three examples known to exist and is an outstanding early example of the visual language that still dominates movie poster design today. It already set the record for most valuable film poster once, in 1997. With an astronomical estimate and a starting bid to match, it will no doubt do so again when the hammer drops on October 31.

Bid Now / $1,000,000+

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Hunter S. Thompson Letter Archive

Made up of 182 letters, including handwritten, typed, signed, telegrams, and postcards, as well as three drawings, this Hunter S. Thompson Letter Archive is a treasure trove of writing from the storied author. The vast majority of the letters, dated from 1955 to 1974, are from Thompson to childhood Paul Semonin, and show the evolution of his signature Gonzo style, as well as recounting his time in Big Sur, the writing of The Rum Diary, and his time with — and beating by — the Hell's Angels that inspired the book of the same name. Of historical importance is a famous letter written the day of JFK's assassination, which was only partially published, along with 24 of the other letters, in The Proud Highway: The Saga of a Desperate Southern Gentleman 1955-1967. As a whole, the lot represents a one-of-a-kind look into the inner workings of one of the last century's greatest authors.

Bid Now / $110,000+

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License To Kill Rolex Submariner Watch

Worn by Timothy Dalton's stunt double during the filming of License To Kill, this Rolex Submariner Watch is a wearable piece of Bond memorabilia. Notably, the watch was featured during a car chase scene in Mexico, during which 007 takes a tanker truck up onto its left-side wheels to dodge an incoming missile. The lot includes photos of the cast and crew on location in Mexico, paperwork from Rolex, a book about the making of the film, and a certificate of authenticity from EON Productions.

Bid Now / $79,000+

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Apple 1 Computer

One of just 200 examples built by Woz and Jobs in a Palo Alto garage, and one of just 60 believed to still exist, this Apple 1 Computer is a highly desirable piece of technology history. It was recently restored by Apple 1 expert Corey Cohen and is fully operational. In addition, and unlike most examples, it has not had any modifications, leaving it in a near-original state. It arrives with the board, Apple Cassette Interface, original manuals, a period-correct ASCII keyboard and Sanyo monitor, a new power supply, and interface cables.

Bid Now / $300,000+

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Revenge of the Jedi Theatrical Poster

Fun fact: Return of the Jedi wasn't Episode VI's original title. George Lucas only changed the first word of the then trilogy-ending installment after deciding that a true Jedi wouldn't seek revenge. This happened fairly late in production, however — late enough that a small number of posters were created with Revenge of the Jedi as the title. This is one of those rare specimens. Measuring 41" x 27", this tri-folded, linen-backed poster is perfect for framing and would make a great addition to the collection of any Star Wars fan.

Bid Now / $1,785+

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LyteZone Sports Drink

After an intense workout, you don't want to undo all of your training by chugging down a ton of unnecessary calories. LyteZone Sports Drink replenishes your body with the electrolytes it needs without the chemicals and sweeteners it doesn't. The Ionic electrolyte water is packed with magnesium, potassium, and sodium that aid in water absorption, energy conversion, and proper brain function to rebalance your body after physical activity. Instead of an artificial and overly sweet taste, LyteZone cools you down with a refreshing organic lemon flavor that is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, and Whole30 Approved.

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Buy From LyteLine / $25 / 6 pack

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Era Prometheus Titan Edition Watch

There's nothing quite as mesmerizing as a tourbillion complication on a luxury timepiece. And Era has not only created a beautiful example, but they've done it at a price that's considerably less than the majority of tourbillions on the market. The Prometheus Titan is built around a 44m hand-polished case with ultra-scratch resistant Sapphire glass that houses a dial with a GMT hour hand, day/night complication, — and of course — the elegant flow of the single-axis manual tourbillion movement. The platinum bezel with 78 round GH colored diamonds weighing 2.3 carats add an extra layer of class and brilliance, and the timepiece is finished with a Hornback style leather strap with quick release bars. The Titan arrives in a box made from pure custom wood that is lacquered carefully over hours and the watch is backed by Era's two-year international warranty.

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Buy From Era / $6,500

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Ferris Bueller's Bedroom

The sportos, the motorheads, geeks, sluts, bloods, waistoids, dweebies, dickheads — they all adore him. They think he's a righteous dude. Of all the reasons for our teenage selves to envy Mr. Bueller, perhaps the biggest was his bedroom. This website sorts through his jam-packed assortment of posters, gadgets, and objects one shot at a time in the hopes of identifying them all. From the easily-identifiable UK flag and Gretsch White Falcon guitar to the mysterious images above his door, it's a treasure trove of John Hughes-curated nostalgia.

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Soviet Spy Cameras

Digital technology has rendered film (mostly) obsolete, and modern surveillance has done the same to old-fashioned espionage. Thus this auction of Soviet-era spy cameras is a treasure trove of outdated-yet-timeless hardware. Ranging in age from 75 to 30 years old, most of the cameras still work, with examples including a gum pack-sized Minox Riga, a camera hidden in a dinner jacket, a camera disguised as an umbrella, and even a camera hidden inside... a camera. The auction will be held on July 12 and run by Aston's of England.

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Below The Surface

When the River Amstel was drained for the building of a metro line, archaeologists got an exceedingly rare look into Amsterdam's past via the objects they found in the riverbed. Below The Surface is an online catalog of those objects. Varying greatly in size, age, and condition, these 11,279 items tell the story of this centuries-old port city through the lens of things either thrown away or lost to time. And while these objects, taken from Damrak and Rokin, seem to go on forever, their photographs represent just a sliver of the 700,000 total items pulled from the mud.

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Dieter Rams Auction

Dieter Rams created some of the most iconic products of all time. Should you want to build a collection of them, you can scour eBay, EBTH, and everywhere else, or you can visit The JF Chen Collection Auction. Presented by Wright, the auction includes over 130 works from Rams and his colleagues. From sofas and lounge chairs to audio equipment and clocks, many of his most famous works will be available starting at Noon on July 12.

Bid Now / $50+

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The Last Leica M3 Camera

Introduced in 1954, over 225,000 Leica M3s were built over the following 12 years. This one just happens to be the last. Serial no. 1164865 was the final M3 to come off the line when production ended in 1966. Unlike virtually all of its predecessors, it was never used. It arrives in its original box, with the special order letter from the original owner, the original paper receipt from Leica London, and a letter from Leica stating that it is indeed the last M3 manufactured, making it nearly as desirable as the first M3, which sold at auction in 2012 for $1.15 Million.

Buy from eBay / $595,000

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Steve McQueen's Rolex Submariner Watch

It's not the first McQueen-owned timepiece to come up for auction, but it might be the best. This reference 5513 Rolex Submariner dates to 1964 and was gifted to McQueen's longtime friend and stuntman Loren Janes by McQueen. The watch was thought to be destroyed in a 2016 fire that engulfed Janes' home, but was recovered from the rubble and restored by Rolex U.S.A. Still bearing the inscription "TO LOREN, THE BEST DAMN STUNTMAN IN THE WORLD. STEVE", it will be auctioned off in New York on October 25 and arrives with an additional, period correct ref. 5513 dial and hand set, a letter signed by Loren Janes attesting to its provenance, a second letter from Rolex, and a copy of Steve McQueen: A Life in Pictures, which includes photos of the watch on the wrist of the legendary actor.

Bid Now / $300,000+

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Screen-shot Death Star Section

It's easy to forget now, but the original Star Wars was shot using manual effects, not CG. Sadly, no one knew the importance of what they were doing at the time, and so few props remain. This section of the Death Star is one of them. Rescued from the trash heap by an ex-ILM employee, it measures 23.75" X 11.75" and exhibits the fine detail that made the film's final act so believable. It's been authenticated by two independent ILM employees and comes in a custom-made display case with a black wood base, removable acrylic top, and LED lighting.

Bid Now / $2,900+

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GoldenEye 1965 Aston Martin DB5

No car is more synonymous with James Bond than the DB5, having appeared in seven 007 films. This particular 1965 model had a starring role in the opening scene of GoldenEye. At one point the most valuable piece of Bond memorabilia ever sold, we'd highly recommend against pitting it versus a Ferrari F355 in the hills above Monaco, but the center console does still work as a serving area for drinks on more relaxed outings.

Bid Now / $1.6 Million+

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Beethoven Emperor Concerto Manuscript

The fifth and final piano concerto composed by Ludwig van Beethoven, the "Emperor" concerto is also the most frequently performed. Which makes this Autograph Manuscript all the more important. These two pages, marked by Beethoven himself, provide sketches for the second theme of the first movement and ideas for the second and third movements, respectively. Created in Vienna in 1809, they're just the fourth such leaves to be offered in the past 40 years, making them a rare and highly desirable piece of musical memorabilia.

Bid Now / $250,000+

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Terminator 2 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

Arnold Schwarzenegger's T-800, navigating a spillway in an attempt to rescue young John Connor from a semi piloted by the T-1000. It's one of the most iconic scenes in one of the most celebrated sci-fi movies of its time. Now you can own a piece. This 1991 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle was used during the filming of Terminator 2: Judgement Day, most likely with Arnold behind the wheel. Acquired directly from the production company, it has a few scrapes and dings, only 392 miles on the odometer, and a provenance most bikes can only dream of.

Bid Now / $200,000+

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Kurt Cobain's Smashed Aria Pro II Guitar

In 1990, no one knew what Nirvana would become. Only 1,500 people were at the Motorsports International Garage Show in Seattle on September 22 to see Kurt Cobain smash this Aria Pro II Cardinal Series Guitar. One of Cobain's favorites on that summer's tour, it was procured by one of the night's security workers, who gave Cobain the pickups (at his request), leaving the natural wood finish husk you see here. "Nirvana" is carved into what remains of the neck, and the former instrument is accompanied by a copy of Nirvana Live 1994, which has a photo of Kurt preparing to destroy the guitar on the cover.

Bid Now / $40,000+

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Bob Dylan's 1965 Fender Telecaster

Used to record iconic albums like Blonde on Blonde, The Basement Tapes, and Music from Big Pink, this 1965 Fender Telecaster's history runs deep. Bob Dylan used it to "go electric" while on tour in 1966 and legends like Eric Clapton, George Harrison, and Levon Helm all took turns before the Fender passed into the hands of The Band's Robbie Robertson. The instrument was a vital part of Robertson's guitar stable, and he stripped its original black finish to expose its bare wood origins. It arrives at auction with many original components intact or upgraded over time as a part of the Music Icons event at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York.

Bid Now / $100,000+

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Han Solo's Blaster

While not as instantly recognizable as a lightsaber, Han Solo's Blaster is no less iconic. Now you have a chance to own it. Custom built specifically for Return of the Jedi, this original prop was based on a Mauser C96 Broomhandle and modified with additional parts and cast resin pieces. One of three "non-firing" versions used in production, this BlasTech DL-44 was presented post-filming to Art Director James L. Schoppe, who has kept it in his memorabilia archive for the last 35 years. It will be auctioned off at the Hollywood Legends event scheduled for June 23 at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.

Bid Now / $300,000+

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Mad Men Prop Auction

The costuming was essential to the period setting of Mad Men. So were the furnishings. This Mad Men Prop Auction lets you add some of these mid-century pieces to your own office or home. A huge range of items is available, ranging from simple table settings to Don Draper's 1964 Chrysler Imperial, meaning there's something to fit the space — and budget — of any fan.

Bid Now / $75+

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