Original 1955 METALUNA helmet from the movie "This Island Earth"

Available from Radio Guy.

Here's the seller's description:

USA
1955
This was not a Halloween or child's toy costume. This is an original METALUNA headpiece worn by actors. It was used outside theaters to promote the 1955 classic science fiction movie "This Island Earth". It's made from a early rubber and is very fragile... so almost no original examples still exist. In fact I know of no other mask in existence. There is some edge cracking but the colors are still bright and makes a striking display. You'll never see another. $950.00

An 1870's Darth Vader and C-3PO

Courtesy of Steve Erenberg's blog, Industrial Anatomy, are these incredible pair of mid to late 19th century smoke masks.

He says the buzz among collectors is that the Lucas designers were inspired by these designs.

What do you think?

Early Home Made Beekeeper's Helmet

Available at Radio Guy.