Stargate Live Auction Preview – Part One

With just two weeks to go before the first live Stargate auction in Seattle, the presentation is gearing up!

More than 850 lots have been selected by Propworx for this historic sale on September 25 and 26, including costumes, props, set decoration and artwork from both Stargate SG-1 and Stargate Atlantis.

As we get closer to the big weekend, GateWorld will preview 16 pieces from the event each week! Here are our picks for this edition, with item descriptions and conservative estimates from the auction souvenir catalog, available for pre-order now.

Lot 02
Stargate schematics
Eleven pages of design specifications for the SGC Stargate, from the glyphs to the support frame and clamps. The Stargate in SG-1 was based on the original designs from the feature film but included modifications and enhancements to accommodate an ongoing television series. Nine pages are prints on paper and two are on vellum. All measure 24in x 36in. (Not all pages are previewed)
Estimated Value: $ 200 – $ 300

Lot 38
Thor’s Ship concept drawings
Two sketches by artist Ken Rabehl of Thor’s mothership, introduced in the SG-1 Season Two episode, “Thor’s Chariot”. The basic shape of the hammer device was crucial in the ultimate design of the Beliskner.
Estimated Value: $ 100 – $ 200

Lot 89
Daniel’s Tuxedo from “200”
Black tuxedo worn by Daniel Jackson in the wedding sequence of the SG-1 200th episode. Pants size 36. Belt size 34/85.
Estimated Value: $ 400 – $ 600

Lot 184
Baal’s Costume from “The Quest”
Costume worn by Baal in the SG-1 two-part episode, “The Quest”, when he aides the team in the search of Merlin’s weapon. No size available for costume. Shoes size 9.
Estimated Value: $ 400 – $ 600

Lot 213
Weir’s “Big Reveal” Replicator Outfit
Outfit worn by Replicator Weir in her surprise appearance at the end of the Atlantis Season Four episode, “Be All My Sins Remember’d”. No size for jacket. Pants size 6. T-shirt size S/P.
Estimated Value: $ 300 – $ 400

Lot 404
Teal’c’s Prosthetic Chest Piece
Prosthetic chest worn by Teal’c in scenes where his Goa’uld symbiote appeared from its pouch. Chest frame is made of fiberglass with silicone for the skin. Features a metal carrying handle. Measures 23.25in x 19in x 9.75in.
Estimated Value: $ 600 – $ 800

Lot 488
Beckett’s Fishing Hat from “Sunday”
Tan fishing hat from Carson Beckett’s personals, handled by Rodney McKay following the doctor’s death. Carson had stressed his excitement in going fishing with Rodney, but McKay postponed, not realizing this would present the opportunity for Beckett to be killed. Includes 32 fishing fly lures. Manufactured by Crown Cap, Size M.
Estimated Value: $ 100 – $ 200

Lot 536
Zero Point Module from “The Siege, Part 3”
Hero Zero Point Module with included supply crate, featured prominently in the Atlantis Season Two premiere, “The Siege, Part 3”. Zero Point Modules were the foundation of Lantean power technology. After Atlantis rose from the ocean floor, retrieving these devices became a key directive of the Atlantis expedition. This is the first ZPM McKay was able to get his hands on — and keep. ZPM is made of resin and features black circuitry. Internal lights activate via a slide switch near the top. Unit measures 11.25in x 5in in diameter. Metal case is lined with black foam cut into the shape of the ZPM, and measures 15in x 11.5in x 12.25in.
Estimated Value: $ 1,000 – $ 2,000

Lot 560
M.A.L.P. (Watch Video)
Mobile Analytic Laboratory Probe used by Stargate Command to investigate alien planets before sending a team. This particular M.A.L.P. was used in SG-1 Season One. Includes robotic arm, radar dish and faux light accessories. Vehicle does not function. Measures 51in x 62.5in x 55.5in.
Estimated Value: $ 1,000 – $ 2,000

Lot 608
Za’tarc Detector and Tok’ra Homing Beacon (Watch Video)
Tok’ra Za’tarc Detector with pressable buttons, introduced in the Stargate SG-1 Season Four episode “Divide and Conquer” and reused in numerous episodes. This prop also doubled as a Tok’ra homing beacon in the Season Five episode “Last Stand”. The Za’tarc detector was a device designed to determine whether or not a person was a victim of Goa’uld brainwashing. Prop is made of fiberglass and features pressable buttons and lights, including accessories for both the Za’tarc detector and homing beacon. Prop main body measures 24.5in x 19in x 10.75in. Za’tarc arm measures 14.5in x 10in x 1.5in. Radar dish measures 13in x 6.25in x 5.5in.
Estimated Value: $ 800 – $ 1,200

Lot 663
Wraith Grenade
Hero grenade used by “Steve” in the Atlantis Season One episode “Suspicion”. This prop splits and twists at the mid-point, revealing intricate brass fittings which extend into holes. Measures 3in x 4.25in x 3in. Includes spare parts.
Estimated Value: $ 600 – $ 800

Lot 675
X-699 Rifle (Watch Video)
Light-up experimental weapon with included remotes. Developed by Dr. Bill Lee and Colonel Samantha Carter, this weapon was introduced in the SG-1 Season Ten episode “Bounty” and used again in “Continuum”. Carter and Lee demonstrated the weapon at an Applied Technologies convention where the device was supposed to short-circuit, but Sam was forced to use it to defend herself. Vala later wields the rifle in the opening of “Continuum”. Prop includes two remotes with a variety of settings, including a “short circuit” command to make the lights flicker before dying. Rifle is made of rigid foam with a metal housing for the barrel, and removable plastic panels revealing a set of control crystals. Measures 47.5in x 12.75in x 5in.
Estimated Value: $ 1,000 – $ 2,000

Lot 708
SGC Briefing Room Table
The Stargate Command Briefing Room table was the most prominent piece of furniture at the base, used to deliver countless hours of exposition to further the storylines in SG-1. This table also appeared in numerous episodes of Atlantis. Table is made of wood and rolls on rubber wheels. The table itself comes in two separate halves, which link together with threaded rods and nuts. Measures 144in x 48in x 32in.
Estimated Value: $ 800 – $ 1,200

Lot 773
Ring Transport Platform
The top edge of a set of transport rings, configured to appear recessed in the floor. This platform was introduced in the SG-1 Season Six episode “The Other Guys” and used throughout the rest of the series. The ring platform is a similar technology to the Stargate, and was also designed by the Ancients. Includes a panel which opens, revealing three clear control crystals that light when inserted into an outlet. Panels are made of plywood with laminated designs on the top edges. Includes a welded steel cart for transport. Rings have a 12 foot diameter when assembled.
Estimated Value: $ 800 – $ 1,200

Lot 791
Daedalus-class Pilot Console
Light-up console with both static and depressible buttons, used aboard the various human battle cruisers from SG-1 and Atlantis. Various personnel used this panel to help enhance the believability of the ship they served on. Features functioning lights, a working 14-inch monitor, an aluminum control yoke with plastic handles and numerous buttons and switches. Measures 64in x 62.25in 45.5in.
Estimated Value: $ 1,000 – $ 2,000

Lot 848
Cargo Ship Power Coil
Power coil to a Goa’uld cargo ship, featured in the SG-1 Season Nine episode, “The Ties That Bind”. Vala sold this device to the monks of the Goa’uld Grannus who named it the “Ring of Shen Marak”. Device is made of metal and features glass and metal cylinders surrounded by brass rods, four acrylic crystals and wires. Measures 21.25in in height with an 18in diameter.
Estimated Value: $ 200 – $ 400

The Stargate auction will be held live September 24-26 at the Science Fiction museum in Seattle, WA! Bid online if you can’t be there in person.

Information on how to register will be posted soon at StargateArtifacts.com. Stick with GateWorld as we bring you more previews this coming week!