Imagine being able to own the White Wizard’s Staff, the main tool of power and cunning weapon of Gandalf the White. Well, one lucky buyer out there does not have to imagine it since they bought the staff for $390,000 at an auction in October 2014.
The brilliant Sir Ian McKellen played the hero wizard Gandalf in the three “Lord of the Rings” films. He was one of the greatest characters both in the books and on screen. And you never saw Gandalf without his trusty staff.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) - Aragorn's Sword: $437K
“The Return of the King” was the third and last installment of “The Lord of the Rings” film trilogy, and it was as epic as the other two movies. One of the most famous props in the movie is Aragorn’s sword, a mighty weapon that is beautifully crafted and a symbol of the character’s regal ancestors.
The sought-after prop was purchased for $437,000 at an auction, and we are sure many collectors were incredibly sad to see the film prop get taken off the market.
Aragorn’s Sword
One of the most well-known props in “The Lord of the Rings” films is Aragorn’s sword, otherwise known as Anduril. This epic weapon was once used to defeat the evil Sauron and is a very important symbol of Aragorn’s claim to the Gondor throne.
This sword also helps Aragorn kill the Dark Lord in the final trilogy film and save Middle-Earth. The actual sword is a beautifully detailed piece with handmade engravings and an opulent hilt.
The Wizard Staff
The magic and powerful staff was a tool, a weapon, and a vessel of power for the Order of the Wizards called the Istari. Obviously, the staves have a lot of meaning and symbolism in “The Lord of the Rings” books and films.
The fact that Gandalf’s white staff made of ash wood sold for sixteen times what collectors had estimated proves the prop's value among fantasy fiction fans. The lucky buyer wished to remain anonymous.
Lord of the Rings Trilogy (2001 – 2003) - Gimli’s Battle Axe: $187K
This coveted movie prop from “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy is Gimli’s battle axe. Being one of the most important characters in LOTR, Gimli is the representative of the Dwarf nation and uses a variety of axes as his weapons.
One of his favorite ones is his massive double-headed Battle Axe. Gimli battles Orcs and soldiers of Saruman and Sauron armies with this axe, making it a very desirable collector’s item. In 2013, Julien’s Auction house sold this prop for $187,500.