Hundreds of James Bond costumes, props and original artwork are going on sale this week, with auction house Propstore betting that renewed interest in the franchise will lift prices as the search for the next 007 nears its final stage.
James Bond props up for auction at Propstore
The online auction includes about 400 items spanning the series from 1962’s Dr. No to 2021’s No Time to Die, and runs through Oct. 27, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Among the top lots are the suit, shirt and cufflinks worn by Daniel Craig in Skyfall, which are expected to fetch up to $53,000, and Ana de Armas’ dress and sandals from No Time to Die, also estimated at roughly that level.
For investors in memorabilia markets and media franchises, the sale is a reminder that James Bond remains one of Hollywood’s most durable licensing and collectibles brands. Older franchise assets can command premium bids when a new film cycle is approaching, and Propstore says demand should strengthen further as director Denis Villeneuve prepares the next installment and the casting process for the new Bond advances.
The auction also underscores how entertainment IP can generate value long after a film’s theatrical run ends. Unlike conventional consumer goods, Bond artifacts trade on scarcity, provenance and fan attachment, which can make marquee pieces especially attractive to collectors, dealers and speculators looking for assets tied to globally recognized franchises.
The market backdrop for Bond collectors is likely to stay active as soon as the next casting decision lands. If the franchise successfully introduces a new lead, the auction house and sellers of studio-used pieces could benefit from another wave of attention, while buyers face the risk of paying up ahead of a broader surge in demand.
| Entity | Gains | Losses |
|---|---|---|
| Propstore | ▲Higher bidding activity | ▼Auction inventory risk |
| Sellers of Bond memorabilia | ▲Premium realized prices | ▼Parting with scarce items |
| Collectors and fans | ▲Chance to buy rare pieces | ▼Higher entry prices |
| Buyers waiting for next Bond buzz | ▲Potential future value gains | ▼Missing current lots |
