How much did Will Ferrell's Elf costume sell for?

Will Ferrell's Elf costume sold for over £239,000 at auction.

What other movie props were sold at the auction?

An Indiana Jones fedora sold for £327,600, and Boba Fett's blaster prop is expected to fetch up to £700,000.

Where did the Elf costume come from?

The Elf costume came directly from the collection of the film's producer, Jon Berg.

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Elf Costume Smashes Records at Auction

6 Dec

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Summary

Will Ferrell's Elf costume sold for over £239,000.
The iconic outfit was expected to fetch up to £200,000.
Other movie props, like Indiana Jones' fedora, also sold.

An iconic costume worn by Will Ferrell in the beloved 2003 film Elf has achieved a remarkable sale price of over £239,000 at auction. Propstore, a Hertfordshire-based auction house, had initially estimated the distinctive green and yellow outfit could reach up to £200,000. The costume, famously seen in a New York elevator scene, was acquired directly from the collection of the film's producer, Jon Berg, adding significant provenance.

The significant sale highlights the enduring appeal of popular film memorabilia. A fedora from 'Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom', filmed at Elstree Studios, also commanded a high price, selling for £327,600 during the same auction event. These sales underscore the high value placed on authentic props from well-known movies.

The auction, held in London and running until Sunday, featured a variety of items from film and television. Among other notable expected sales is Boba Fett's original blaster prop from 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back', with an estimated range of £350,000 to £700,000.