10 of the most valuable pieces of Bruce Lee memorabilia
Bruce Lee is one of the most iconic and beloved figures in martial arts and movie history.
His impact on popular culture is still felt today, more than 40 years after his death.
Memorabilia related to Bruce Lee is highly sought after by fans and collectors, and items have sold for significant sums at auction.
Here are 10 pieces of Bruce Lee memorabilia that have sold at auction:
1. Bruce Lee’s Yellow Jumpsuit:
This iconic jumpsuit was worn by Bruce Lee in the movie “Game of Death”. It sold for $100,000 at a 2013 auction.2. Bruce Lee’s Nunchaku:
These nunchaku were used by Bruce Lee in the movie “Enter the Dragon”. They sold for $83,000 at a 2013 auction.3. Bruce Lee’s Jacket:
This leather jacket was worn by Bruce Lee in the movie “The Big Boss”. It sold for $77,000 at a 2018 auction.4. Bruce Lee’s Fighting Shorts:
These shorts were worn by Bruce Lee during a sparring session. They sold for $25,000 at a 2014 auction.5. Bruce Lee’s Handwritten Notes:
These notes were written by Bruce Lee and contain his thoughts on martial arts and philosophy. They sold for $28,000 at a 2013 auction.6. Bruce Lee’s Everlast Boxing Gloves:
These gloves were used by Bruce Lee during a training session. They sold for $28,000 at a 2013 auction.7. Bruce Lee’s Personal Business Card:
This card was used by Bruce Lee to promote his martial arts school. It sold for $20,000 at a 2019 auction.8. Bruce Lee’s Signed Movie Poster:
This poster for the movie “Fist of Fury” was signed by Bruce Lee. It sold for $19,000 at a 2015 auction.9. Bruce Lee’s Personal Address Book:
This address book belonged to Bruce Lee and contains contact information for his friends and associates. It sold for $15,000 at a 2013 auction.10. Bruce Lee’s Personal Library:
This collection of books belonged to Bruce Lee and includes titles on martial arts, philosophy, and self-improvement. It sold for $32,000 at a 2018 auction.These 10 pieces of Bruce Lee memorabilia represent just a small sample of the many items that have sold at auction over the years.
Collectors continue to be fascinated by the life and legacy of Bruce Lee, and items associated with him will likely remain highly sought after for years to come.
About your Author:
Adrian Roose has over 30 years’ experience covering all aspects of the rare stamp & memorabilia industry during which he has sold over £50m of unique items, helping build collections for Royalty, household name celebrities and 1,000s of collectors around the world.
Adrian was previously a Director at Stanley Gibbons, a Board Member of Stampex, and Executive Director of Paul Fraser Collectibles, PFC Auctions and JustCollecting, prior to founding The Memorabilia Club.