Heritage Auctions · Sale 7278 · Lot 89032
Hero Laser Pistol from Forbidden Planet (MGM, 1956).
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Lot number
89032
Title
Hero Laser Pistol from Forbidden Planet (MGM, 1956).
Description
Vintage original working prop instantly recognizable as the "ray gun" from Forbidden Planet. Constructed of cast resin body and grip, with a brass spool between the tiered, conical clear barrel and tip crafted from turned acrylic. Measuring 10.25" x 6" x 2.25". It retains a button trigger that when depressed would activate a light in the barrel. Each of the principal crew of the "UPC C-57D" space cruiser carried one of these futuristic weapons. The back cap of the weapon is a contemporary replacement faithful to the original design. Electronics are present but untested. Exhibiting production wear and scuffing. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions From the Collection of Greg Jein.
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Sold, $35,000
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