The ring that Bela Lugosi wore in the movie Dracula went up for auction today as part of the Forry Ackerman Estate.  Forest J Ackerman was known his Famous Monsters of Filmland Magazine and he even supported Ray Bradbury’s early writing career.  He was also a collector of movie and theatrical props and memorabilia.   Ackerman passed away last fall at the age of 92 and now his collection is up for auction.

The auction items include pictures, scripts, lobby cards and letters. Two Katherine Hepburn sigend photos and letter is estimate to go for $600 to $800 and Handcuffs worn by Harry Houdini should fetch between $3,000 and $5,000.  The Bela Lugosi ring will probably sell for over $30,000!

Dracula Ring - Bela Lugosi

Dracula Ring - Bela Lugosi

You can download the Catalog and browse all the of the items.  The auction will also take place, May 1st at 11:00am PT.