Miniature Missile and Launch Pad

Model Miniature Missile and Launch Pad from City Beneath the Sea (Warner Bros. TV, 1971). Vintage original (2) miniature props including (1) missile constructed of carved wood cone and embellishments, including flight fins and grooved rings around the body, expertly studio painted in red and white with stenciled "USA" on one side, and (1) launching pad hub constructed of wood and carved rigid foam, painted in industrial gray. The miniatures were used in the scenes when missiles are deployed by Admiral Matthews (Stuart Whitman) to deflect a meteor hurtling toward earth. The missile measures 24" x 3" x 3" and the launching pad 13.25" round x 6" tall. Exhibiting age, production wear, paint loss, and some chipping. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions. From the Collection of Greg Jein.

Lot #89414
The Greg Jein Collection Hollywood Platinum Signature® Auction #7278, 14-15 October 2023
HA.com/7278
Sold for $1,562.50 (including 25% Buyer's Premium)

Credit: Heritage Auctions