A recent auction proved that the Caped Crusader still reigns supreme, with Adam WestVintage Batman costume from the classic 1966 TV series sold for nearly $1 million, starting Lynda CarterWonder Woman’s outfit is way behind.
The sale took place Oct. 24 during Heritage Auctions’ “Television Treasure Collection,” featuring items from the late Dr. Stewart Berkowitz, a legendary pop culture collector whose private stash included treasures from Star Trek, Happy Days and more.
The big draw of the event turned out to be the Batman memorabilia. The matching outfits worn by West and Burt Ward (Robin) brought in a combined $575,000, setting the tone for a huge profit for both Gotham’s heroes and villains.
The Joker’s vibrant purple suit worn by Cesare Romero sold for $212,000, while Yvonne CraigThe Batgirl costume sold for $87,500. Giulia NewmarCatwoman’s elegant outfit brought in $68,750, and Burgess MeredithThe Penguin tuxedo fetched $46,250.
Together, these iconic pieces have amassed a staggering $989,500, and the total rises even higher when you factor in the sale of the Batcave Batscanner Console ($150,000) and Batman’s Batarang and Holster ($50,000). Adding it all up, the total easily surpasses the million-dollar mark.
By comparison, Carter’s red, white and blue Wonder Woman costume from her 1975-79 ABC/CBS series sold for $225,000. The outfit was complete with his signature gold bracelets and Lasso of Truth, but even those iconic touches couldn’t compete with the nostalgic frenzy surrounding West’s Batman collection.
Other TV treasures have also attracted attention, including Henry Winklerare the two Fonzie leather jackets by Happy days ($87,500 and $75,000), William Shatnerit’s two o’clock Star Trek Captain Kirk’s Uniforms ($62,500 and $52,500) and Barbara EdenThe pink harem costume by I dream of Jeannie ($42,500).
Dr. Berkowitz, who died in 2024 at age 64, spent decades building one of the most impressive pop culture collections in the world. His love of television history has clearly resonated with fans, and this auction made one thing clear: when it comes to classic television heroes, Batman wins the day.
by Joey Paur
Source: Geek Tyrant
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