When we say “must-have items,” we of course mean “props that would make incredibly great conversation pieces if you happened to have them on display in your home.” Heritage Auctions has what must is the most comprehensive range of game of Thrones Props and costumes (including swords!) are currently on sale, including some absolutely iconic memorabilia from the show.
Here are 10 of the most jaw-dropping lots; if you have a few thousand burning in your pocket, you can learn how to bid here – or just head over there to see all the stuff we not because this auction is huge. It runs from October 10th to 12th.
Shadowwolf head
Show off this foam VFX replacement – worn by a stuntman during certain events in the aftermath of the Red Wedding – and remind yourself to always be aware of your surroundings at any festive Westeros event, especially if you have recently cheated on one of your seemingly gracious hosts… and particularly especially when you hear the band singing “The Rains of Castamere”.
Molten Iron Throne
Everyone knows what the Iron Throne looks like – nowadays it is a central prop on House of the DragonBut thanks to some grief-induced dragon fumes, the Iron Throne met its melting end as part of game of Thrones‘ epic farewell to Westeros. According to the auction house, this misshapen lump, once a coveted royal seat, “can be lit from below to appear like molten iron with tendrils protruding from its core.”
Shame bell
The starting bid on this “if you know, you know” item is $3,000, but I think we can all agree that it’s truly priceless. Who wouldn’t want to have this in the house to yell at anyone acting a little too much like Cersei Lannister at her worst? Or when you’re walking around the neighborhood and ringing it while running after someone who knows exactly what they’ve done?
Daenerys Targaryen “Death Ensemble”
Spoiler alert! Or rather a chance to revisit the most disappointing character arc of season eight? Add Dany’s last game of Thrones outfit to your wardrobe and pretend it didn’t turn out the way it did. However, the auction catalog notes, “There is a small, bloody hole in the center of the chest of the coat,” forever reminding you that Jon Snow did what Jon Snow had to do.
“Longclaw” by Jon Snow
Speaking of the guy who knows nothing, this is one of the hero props that Kit Harington uses on screen; this sword made a notable appearance in the season six episode “Battle of the Bastards”. As a bonus, if you add it to your collection, you can actually view Longclaw in daylight and admire its details, unlike in that notoriously dark fight scene.
Tyrion Lannister Hand of the Queen Button
In season six, Tyrion—who has already been through a lot by this point due to the politics of Westeros and his own terrible family—is given a new chance by becoming Dany’s Hand of the Queen and wearing the familiar pin that denotes his status.
Arya Stark’s “Needle”
It is not as big as Longclaw or any of the other famous swords, but as game of Thrones As fans will remember, the little pin made a big impression – not to mention the fact that it was worn by one of the series’ fiercest warriors.
Jaime Lannister’s Golden Hand
What does one of the greatest swordsmen in Westeros do when he loses his sword hand? He learns to fight with the other hand and dons this golden replacement to remind everyone that he is a Lannister, no matter how many limbs he is missing.
Baby Rhaegal Model
They are cute when they are little! This SFX prop was used in the third season of game of Thrones as a visual reference before the CGI version was added.
Melisandre’s Necklace
We’re not saying you’ll endear yourself to the Lord of Light by wearing the red priestess necklace. (The “ruby” here is plastic.) But you never know what looking into the flames might reveal, especially if you’re wearing the right accessories for the role!
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