Jurassic Park mosquito fossil sells over $400K at…
The mosquito fossil prop featured in the opening scene of Jurassic Park has bought for $403,200.
The screen-matched merchandise is the catalyst for the creation of the trendy world dinosaurs in Steven Spielberg’s 1993 blockbuster.
Other highlights of Propstore’s Los Angeles Hollywood memorabilia public sale included John Travolta’s iconic white go well with from Saturday Night Fever promoting for $277,200, a Star Trek Starfleet phaser reaching $315,000, and Christopher Reeve’s Superman costume bringing in $233,100.
The mosquito fossil prop featured in the opening scene of Jurassic Park has bought for $403,200. Propstore / SWNS
Other highlights of Propstore’s Los Angeles Hollywood memorabilia public sale included John Travolta’s iconic white go well with from Saturday Night Fever promoting for $277,200. Propstore / SWNS
Christopher Reeve’s Superman costume bought for in $233,100. Propstore / SWNS
Val Kilmer’s “Tombstone” whiskey cup is pictured on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, in Los Angeles. The merchandise bought for $119,700 during Propstore’s Hollywood memorabilia public sale. Propstore / SWNS
Other standout gross sales in Thursday’s event included Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man armor for $138,600, Keanu Reeves’ Matrix Reloaded costume for $138,600, Johnny Depp’s Pirates of the Caribbean hat for $100,800, Val Kilmer’s Tombstone whiskey cup $119,700, and Michael Jackson’s Thriller prosthetic enamel for $47,250.
Brandon Alinger, Propstore COO, said: “We are thrilled with the outcomes from the opening day of Propstore’s Summer Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction, led by the screen-matched mosquito in amber from Jurassic Park.
“Few objects capture the premise and enduring cultural impact of a film so immediately, and the response from collectors reflects the significance of this remarkable piece.”
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