A host of iconic TV memorabilia can be yours. Bidding on the the original 'Batman' costume starts at $500,000

Will GendronMay 27, 2023, 21:02 IST

Costume from ABC's "Batman" are the most expensive items for sale.Heritage Auctions

Heritage Auctions offers a wide range of rare collectibles and memorabilia.
The auction house will offer an archive of rare television artifacts from June 2 to 4.

Heritage Auctions offers a range of rare collectibles for the obsessive — including those obsessed with TV.

Next week, an online auction focusing on the Comisar Collection will be held, running from June 2 to June 4.

Founded by art market specialist James Comisar in 1989, the Comisar collection is self-described as the "the most comprehensive archive of original television costumes, props, sets, and related ephemera in extant."

Items within the collection include the bar from "Cheers," the set from "The tonight show starring Johnny Carson," and original costumes from ABC TV's "Batman."

The collection was founded in 1989 and will offer close to 1,000 lots from its archive for purchase. Right now interested parties can check out the range of American cultural products on display at Heritage Auctions' physical site in Dallas.

Here are 10 pieces of memorabilia from the sale:

Bidding for this set of Batman and Robin costumes from ABC TV's "Batman" series that ran from 1966 to 68 starts at $500,000. Together, the costumes are the most expensive item in the auction.

Adam West's Batman and Burt Ward's Robin Hero Crimefighting Costume Ensembles from "Batman" (ABC TV, 1966-1968).Heritage Auctions

Bidding for this set of Batman and Robin costumes from ABC TV's "Batman" series that ran from 1966 to 68 starts at $500,000. Together, the costumes are the most expensive item in the auction.

The bar from "Cheers," an iconic sitcom that ran from 1982 to 1993 and won 28 Emmy Awards, is available in all of its splendor. Bidding started at $155,000.

Cheers Bar Counter in Three Sections with Brass Railing, Burgundy Leatherette Barstools, Back Bar Unit, Tall, Thin Wooden Set Walls, and Various Set Dressing Elements from "Cheers" (NBC TV, 1982-1993).Heritage Auctions

Johnny Carson's entire interview and desk set from "The Tonight Show" that ran from 1962 to 1992 on NBC is also available. Bidding has begun at $100,000 for the set that is arguably set the blueprint for late-night TV.

Johnny Carson's Iconic Home Base Interview Desk, Swivel Chair, Guest Chair, Guest Couch, Coffee Table and Full Array of Set Elements from "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" (NBC TV, 1962-1992).Heritage Auctions

Johnny Carson's entire interview and desk set from "The Tonight Show" that ran from 1962 to 1992 on NBC is also available. Bidding has begun at $100,000 for the set that is arguably set the blueprint for late-night TV.

This is the flying sub actually used on-screen in the second season of "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea," a sci-fi adventure show that ran from 1964 to 68 on CBS. The current bid is at $80,000.

Original screen-used "FS-1" Flying Sub filming miniature from "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea" (CBS TV, 1964-1968).Heritage Auctions

This is the flying sub actually used on-screen in the second season of "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea," a sci-fi adventure show that ran from 1964 to 68 on CBS. The current bid is at $80,000.

Another instantly recognizable costume is up for grabs: the tunic worn by William Shatner in his role as Captain James T. Kirk in the first season of "Star Trek: the Original Series," which ran from 1966 to 69. Bidding for this piece of history begins at $80,000.

William Shatner "James T. Kirk" Signature First Season Original Starfleet Captain's Tunic from "Star Trek: the Original Series" (NBC TV, 1966-1969).Heritage Auctions

Another instantly recognizable costume is up for grabs: the tunic worn by William Shatner in his role as Captain James T. Kirk in the first season of "Star Trek: the Original Series," which ran from 1966 to 69. Bidding for this piece of history begins at $80,000.

Going back a bit further in American television history will reveal this Superman tunic, equipped with padded muscle, worn by George Reeves in "Adventures of Superman." The show was instrumental for Baby Boomers, who grew up with the program from 1952 to 58. Bidding for this costume also begins at $80,000.

Iconic and Rare George Reeves "Superman" Tunic and Padded Muscle Torso from Adventures of Superman (Warner Bros., 1952-1958)Heritage Auctions

Going back a bit further in American television history will reveal this Superman tunic, equipped with padded muscle, worn by George Reeves in "Adventures of Superman." The show was instrumental for Baby Boomers, who grew up with the program from 1952 to 58. Bidding for this costume also begins at $80,000.

Aside from the original costumes for Batman and Robin, the auction also has Batman's acrylic, foldable shield for sale. Bidding starts at $80,000.

Adam West Batman and Burt Ward Robin Iconic Hero Bat Shield from "Batman" (NBC TV, 1966-1968).Heritage Auctions

Yet another set! This time it's David Letterman's interview set-up, including his desk and skyline background. "Late Show with David Letterman" ran from 1993 to 2015 on CBS. The piece of television prop-history starts at $80,000.

David Letterman's Home Base Interview Desk, Dimensional Skyline Buildings, Elevated Train Track Low Wall, Set Elements, and Reproduction Chairs from Late Show with David Letterman (CBS TV, 1993-2015).Heritage Auctions

Yet another set! This time it's David Letterman's interview set-up, including his desk and skyline background. "Late Show with David Letterman" ran from 1993 to 2015 on CBS. The piece of television prop-history starts at $80,000.

If you can spare the room, then this original desk used by Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Bruno Tonioli as the celebrity judges of "Dancing with the Stars" from its eighth through eleventh seasons could serve as a nice piece of furniture. Wood, stainless steel, and burgundy leather are all part of the prop's construction, which will run you at least $20,000.

Judges' Desk from "Dancing with the Stars" (CBS TV, 2005-)Heritage Auctions

If you can spare the room, then this original desk used by Len Goodman, Carrie Ann Inaba, and Bruno Tonioli as the celebrity judges of "Dancing with the Stars" from its eighth through eleventh seasons could serve as a nice piece of furniture. Wood, stainless steel, and burgundy leather are all part of the prop's construction, which will run you at least $20,000.

James Gandolfini's neutral, crepe suit which he donned as Tony Soprano in season 3 of "The Sopranos," is available in a set with the three suits worn by the other principal characters of the show — Silvio, Christopher, and Paulie — for an apparent steal. Bidding begins at just $15,000 for the items from the HBO hit.

Tony Soprano Crepe Suit, Dress Shirt, Silk Necktie, and Pocket Square from "Fortunate Son" Episode of "The Sopranos" (HBO, (1999-2007).Heritage Auctions

James Gandolfini's neutral, crepe suit which he donned as Tony Soprano in season 3 of "The Sopranos," is available in a set with the three suits worn by the other principal characters of the show — Silvio, Christopher, and Paulie — for an apparent steal. Bidding begins at just $15,000 for the items from the HBO hit.

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A host of iconic TV memorabilia can be yours. Bidding on the the original 'Batman' costume starts at $500,000

Bidding for this set of Batman and Robin costumes from ABC TV's "Batman" series that ran from 1966 to 68 starts at $500,000. Together, the costumes are the most expensive item in the auction.

The bar from "Cheers," an iconic sitcom that ran from 1982 to 1993 and won 28 Emmy Awards, is available in all of its splendor. Bidding started at $155,000.

Johnny Carson's entire interview and desk set from "The Tonight Show" that ran from 1962 to 1992 on NBC is also available. Bidding has begun at $100,000 for the set that is arguably set the blueprint for late-night TV.

This is the flying sub actually used on-screen in the second season of "Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea," a sci-fi adventure show that ran from 1964 to 68 on CBS. The current bid is at $80,000.

Another instantly recognizable costume is up for grabs: the tunic worn by William Shatner in his role as Captain James T. Kirk in the first season of "Star Trek: the Original Series," which ran from 1966 to 69. Bidding for this piece of history begins at $80,000.

Aside from the original costumes for Batman and Robin, the auction also has Batman's acrylic, foldable shield for sale. Bidding starts at $80,000.

Yet another set! This time it's David Letterman's interview set-up, including his desk and skyline background. "Late Show with David Letterman" ran from 1993 to 2015 on CBS. The piece of television prop-history starts at $80,000.