James Bond on Bond Street Sotheby's Auction

Sotheby’s James Bond on Bond Street is a cross-category James Bond sale to coincide with the 60th anniversary of the first time Bond hit the screens in 1962 with Dr. No.

The sale takes place from 25 August - 8 September 2022 with lots open for online bidding. 

A complete collection of Ian Fleming’s books commences the sale, including four exceptional presentation copies from Fleming to his close friends, as well as rare variants, proof copies, and books signed by on screen Bonds including Roger Moore and George Lazenby.

Diamonds are Forever, 1956, first edition, presentation copy inscribed by the author to John Hayward is estimated to fetch between 20,000 - 25,000 GBP.

Focusing on the era of Bond at his most classic, the cinematic offering includes rare early posters from the films starred in by Sean Connery and Roger Moore, including the poster for the first ever Bond film, Dr. No.

Dr. No (1962) poster. Estimate 20,000 - 30,000 GBP

Thunderball (1965), advance poster. Estimate 16,000 - 24,000 GBP

The sale heralds the 60th anniversary of the release of the film that commenced one of the longest running film series in history.

Golden Gun prop replica, nr. 007 of 400, estimated at 6,000 - 9,000 GBP

Another highlight is a Factory Entertainment replica of Scaramanga’s gun from The Man with the Golden Gun, number 007 of 400.

This Golden Gun prop, nr 007 of 400, is signed by Sir Roger Moore and Sir Christopher Lee

Bollinger SPECTRE 007 Limited Edition. Estimate 2,000 - 3,000 GBP

Completing the sale is a car that has become synonymous with Bond; an Aston Martin DB5 presented for private treaty sale by RM Sotheby’s.

A green Aston Martin DB5 will be part of the auction

Arguably the most recognizable car in the world, inextricably linked to James Bond, and offered in connection with the James Bond on Bond Street auction.

The Goodwood Green car, previously owned by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan, is beautifully restored, ready to drive and enjoy.

The DB5 was previously owned by Prince Sadruddin Aga Khan

The Aston Martin DB5 will be exhibited along with highlights of the James Bond on Bond Street sale at Sotheby's New Bond Street galleries from 1 - 6 September.

Read more on Sotheby's website.