Gallery: For Sale: Sci-Fi Artifacts, Including This Life-Size Terminator
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*Terminator* fanatics blessed with a couple hundred thousand dollars in spending cash can take a shot at owning a genuine T-800 endoskeleton this Friday, when dozens of iconic sci-fi artifacts hit the auction block. In addition to the *[Terminator 2: Judgment Day](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terminator_2:_Judgment_Day)* figure drawn from the collection of Oscar-winning visual effects wizard Phil Tippett, Profiles in History's winter Hollywood Auction will hawk high-end paraphernalia from the *Star Wars* and *Star Trek* movies, plus superhero-themed items from the Spider-Man, Superman, Iron Man and Incredible Hulk franchises. Bidding begins Dec. 17 at noon Pacific time. Bids can be placed in person at the [Saban Theatre](http://www.sabantheatre.org/), 8440 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, California, or by mail, phone, fax or online at the [Profiles in History](http://www.profilesinhistory.com/) site. Here's a sampling of auction items. __Above:__ *Terminator 2* T-800 Endoskeleton --------------------------------- Measuring 6 feet tall, this figure was constructed for the opening battle sequence in *Terminator 2: Judgment Day* (1991), when the [T-800](http://terminator.wikia.com/wiki/T-800_%28The_Terminator%29) makes its dramatic appearance in the future Los Angeles. Estimated value: $200,000.
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Green Goblin Mask ----------------- Worn by Willem Dafoe in 2002's *Spider-Man*, this Green Goblin mask was designed by director Sam Raimi, costume designer James Acheson and production designer Neil Spisak to honor the character's look from the original comic book. The mask is made of airbrushed cast resin, translucent plastic and wire screen. Estimated value: $9,000.
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Iron Man's Mark III Glove ------------------------- This glove, worn by Robert Downey Jr. in 2008's *Iron Man*, was form-fitted to the actor's left hand using fabric and foam. Estimated value: $10,000.
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Darth Vader Helmet ------------------ This original, production-made Darth Vader helmet from *Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope* (1977), constructed of fiberglass, comes from Shepperton Design Studio. Estimated value: $25,000.
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Robot Parts From *AI: Artificial Intelligence* ---------------------------------------------- Miscellaneous robot parts constructed of fiberglass, metal and resin components nearly add up to one generic robot figure, and were probably seen on-screen in the spare parts salvage pile. Estimated value: $700.
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Mr. Spock Puppet Head --------------------- This miniature painted head from a motion-control puppet was used in Spock's spacewalk sequence in *Star Trek: The Motion Picture*. Built of resin to approximately one-third scale, it measures 3.5 inches tall. Estimated value: $1,250.
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*RoboCop 2* Prototype --------------------- The Prototype B stop-motion puppet from 1990's *RoboCop* sequel can be seen pulling off its helmet during the film. Constructed of a fully articulated and unique armature of steel and aluminum components, it measures 13 inches tall. Estimated value: $30,000.
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Mr. Sulu's Suit --------------- Mr. Sulu's signature maroon uniform, worn by George Takei in *Star Trek* movies II through VI (1982-1991). Outfit includes the maroon tunic with screen-used insignia and black pants with tan stripes worn by Takei. Estimated value: $4,000.
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*The Incredible Hulk* Statue ---------------------------- Produced by Stan Winston Studios as an in-theater promotional display for the 2008 picture, this full-scale fiberglass figure is 8 feet, 8 inches tall. Estimated value: $2,500
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