Indiana Jones’ Fedora Fetches Record $630,000 at Auction

LOS ANGELES — A brown felt fedora, donned by actor Harrison Ford in the iconic “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” has fetched an astonishing $630,000 at auction, according to film and TV memorabilia company Propstore. The sale, announced on Friday, surpassed initial expectations which placed the hat’s value between $250,000 and $500,000.

This particular fedora comes with its own intriguing backstory. It belonged to the late stunt performer Dean Ferrandini, who not only worked on set but also wore the hat while doubling for Ford. Keeping the hat in place during the film’s high-octane scenes was no small feat, and Propstore’s expert revealed that foam inserts were used to ensure a snug fit.

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Crafted by the Herbert Johnson Hat Company in London, the fedora is made from sable-colored rabbit felt, enhancing its unique and authentic appeal to collectors.

In addition to the fedora, the auction featured other remarkable memorabilia. An Imperial scout trooper’s white “biker scout” helmet from the 1983 classic “Return of the Jedi” commanded a selling price of $315,000. Moreover, a ghost costume from the 1996 horror hit “Scream” sold for $270,900.

“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” also starred Kate Capshaw as spirited nightclub singer Willie Scott and Ke Huy Quan as the resourceful kid sidekick, Short Round. The film remains a beloved chapter in the adventures of the whip-wielding archaeologist and continues to captivate audiences and collectors alike.