Copyright New York Post
One of the most important private collections of iconic TV show costumes has achieved $3.2m (£2.4m) in sales. The highlight of Dr. Stewart Berkowitz’s legendary collection saw the original Adam West “Batman” and Burt Ward “Robin” costume ensembles together fetch a remarkable $575k (£436k). Heritage Auctions offered more than 300 pieces from the New Jersey-based oncologist and pop-culture collector’s treasure trove of screen-used television costumes, props and vehicles from the 1950s through the 1970s. Other notable sales included Lynda Carter’s Wonder Woman costume at $225k (£171k), Cesar Romero’s Joker outfit from Batman at $212k (£161k), and the Batscanner receiver prop, which sold for $150k (£114k). Accessories and costumes from beloved series also featured prominently, with Yvonne Craig’s Batgirl costume and Henry Winkler’s “Fonzie” jacket from Happy Days each reaching $87.5k (£67k). Further notable results included Julie Newmar’s Catwoman costume at $68.75k (£53k) and William Shatner’s Captain Kirk Starfleet uniform at $62.5k (£48k). Joe Maddalena, Executive Vice President at Heritage Auctions, said: “As one of the most comprehensive and passionately assembled collections of vintage television memorabilia ever brought to market, this auction represented a lifetime of love for these shows.” Dr. Stewart Berkowitz passed away in March 2024 at age 64, leaving behind a collection treasured by fans and fellow collectors alike. Sale highlights: Adam West “Batman” and Burt Ward “Robin” costume ensembles: US$575k (£436k) Lynda Carter’s Wonder Woman costume: US$225k (£171k) Cesar Romero’s Joker outfit from Batman: US$212k (£161k) Batscanner receiver prop: US$150k (£114k) Yvonne Craig’s Batgirl costume: US$87.5k (£67k) Henry Winkler’s “Fonzie” jacket from Happy Days: US$87.5k (£67k) Julie Newmar’s Catwoman costume: US$68.75k (£53k) William Shatner’s Captain Kirk Starfleet uniform: US$62.5k (£48k)
