RESULTS! The Walking Dead Universe Auction – Heritage Auctions

DALLAS, Texas (Nov. 5 2025) — The dead walked — and collectors followed — as Heritage Auctions and AMC Networks’ Oct. 30-Nov. 1 The Walking Dead Universe Auction realized $1.96 million with buyer’s premium across 892 lots, drawing 1,840 bidders worldwide. Held Oct. 30–Nov. 1, the event marked a landmark celebration of one of television’s most influential, expansive and enduring franchises.

Leading the results was Rick Grimes’ (Andrew Lincoln) hero .357 Magnum revolver, which sold for $125,000, followed by Negan’s (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) “Lucille” baseball bat, which brought $100,000. Also commanding top prices were Daryl Dixon’s (Norman Reedus) hero crossbow, which realized $35,000, and the custom Pontiac GTO signed by Andrew Lincoln from Season 1, which sold for $31,250. Vehicles proved especially popular, with Althea’s MRAP from Fear the Walking Dead matching that total at $31,250.

Other highlights included Negan’s signature ensemble and action “Lucille” bat ($30,000), another of Daryl Dixon’s early-series crossbows ($27,500), and Michonne’s (Danai Gurira) hero katana and sheath, which achieved $25,000. Daryl’s signature leather vest from The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon realized $25,000, while Rick’s non-firing .357 Magnum brought $20,625. Among the most recognizable items from the franchise’s history, the “Teddy Bear Girl” walker costume, from the pilot episode, sold for $19,375, underscoring the enduring power of The Walking Dead’s earliest imagery.

“This event proved that The Walking Dead is more than a television series. It’s a cultural phenomenon,” says Joe Maddalena, Executive Vice President at Heritage Auctions. “The response from fans and collectors was extraordinary. Every bid reflected a personal connection to the show and the characters that redefined modern television.”

Rob Fox, Executive Vice President of Production for AMC Networks and AMC Studios, adds: “Seeing the excitement and emotion these pieces inspired among fans has been incredible. Each prop and costume represents a piece of storytelling history, and Heritage has given these artifacts a second life with the people who love them most.”

From Rick’s revolver to Daryl’s crossbows, Michonne’s katana to Negan’s Lucille, The Walking Dead Universe Auction offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans to claim their piece of AMC’s legendary saga, proving that, even after 15 years, this universe remains very much alive.

Complete result for Heritage Auctions’ and AMC Networks’ Oct. 30-Nov. 1 The Walking Dead Universe Auction can be found here.

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