Dracula 1931 Medallion Prop Replica Brand New Bela Lugosi

Description: Universal Monsters The Medallion of Dracula Limited Edition Prop Replica Brand New! This is the spectacular replicated medallion that was an essential part of the costume in Universal's classic 1931 production Dracula. It is Bela Lugosi's portrayal of the Count in the Universal Studios film established in pop culture as THE image of a traditional vampire, the classic ‘aristocratic vampire Count'. It is this version of Dracula that has endured through time, and has been imitated and copied countless times. The medallion replica here, is one of its more visually striking elements of that look. The costume design was an attempt to emulate the formal evening attire of the early 1900's. Part of this attire for an aristocrat, noble or decorated individual was often a neck order. A neck order is a decoration denoting rank, status and/or achievement, worn around the neck with evening dress, as opposed to a ribbon on the chest which is traditionally worn with a uniform. Dracula's medallion only appears for a few scenes in the early reels of the film and then is never seen again in the film. This impact was undeniably helped by the fact that Bela Lugosi wore a reproduction medallion of a different design during numerous live appearances in character as Dracula -- both promoting the film and after the production. According to Hollywood lore, Bela Lugosi was even buried with a reproduction medallion upon his death in 1956. Even with its brief screen time, the medallion, like the Count himself, endures, and this replica has become one of the most coveted of all horror movie collectibles. The original prop is never seen in close up on screen and is almost always shot in low or subdued light which gives it a shifting, mercurial appearance. Many people over the years have speculated as to the exact detail of the prop, particularly the center motif. Because there is no original prop to cast or copy the manufacturers commissioned sculptor and Universal Monsters expert Erick Sosa to create a master to be used for the casting of this replica. Erick and his team spent many hours using image enhancement software to pull out hidden details in what few reference images there are of the medal. The result is this incredible replication. It is beautifully presented in a wooden display box that doubles as a fold out presentation display and comes with numbered plaque and COA. This is a hard to find Edition, Limited to just 750 pieces. Your order ships promptly, with tracking, and very well protected upon receipt of your eBay payment. Your order includes a FREE vintage collectible HORROR trading card too just for fun. . . and to say thanks for visiting Captain Hollywood's (nearly famous) Curiosity Shop. It's a great place for unusual collectibles, movie and TV obscura and other fun and unexpected things. Thanks for dropping by the shop. . . .the Captain salutes you! Track Page Views WithAuctiva's FREE Counter

Price: 249.99 USD

Location: Sierra Madre, California

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