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Rare Nike Jordan 1 Retro High OG Pro "Prototype"
Located in Milano, IT
Style and fashion lovers these days are no longer limited to just finding the latest trend. Nike
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2010s American Shoes

Vintage Rare Alain Mikli " Plume " Prototype Black & White Sunglasses 1988
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
diverse plastics artist like Andy Warhol, photographers like Helmut Newton, fashion designers as Claude
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1980s French Sunglasses

New Vintage Alain Mikli Blue Swans Prototype France Sunglasses 1980's
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Alain Mikli blue swans prototype. Rare item in new and unworn condition. Spotless
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1980s French Sunglasses

McCartney 2003 Prototype LingerieLike Lace SilkChiffon Satin Black HaremPants
By Stella McCartney
Located in Chicago, IL
unreproduced hand-finished one-off prototype, British Stella McCartney debuted these jaw-dropping highly
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Early 2000s British Petticoats

Vintage Alain Mikli " BUBBLES " Black Matte Prototype France Sunglasses 1980's
By Alain Mikli
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Ultra rare vintage Alain Mikli black frame bubbles motif frame. Rare item in our collection, this piece has significant and heavy wear on the lenses, frame shows no repairs or modif...
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1980s French Sunglasses

BYBLOS – Y2k Vintage Beige Sleeveless Blouse with Volants - Unique Prototype
By Giorgio Facchini, Byblos
Located in Cuggiono, MI
Made in Italy during the early 2000s, this is a prototype for the yearly Spring/Summer Byblos
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Early 2000s Italian Tank Tops

S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Prototype Sample Patent Leather Wrap Mini Skirt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
collection, this sample skirt features a patent leather tie accent at one hip. A true prototype, the leather
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1990s Italian Pencil Skirts

A RUNWAY PROTOTYPE of a CHANEL Jumbo denim bag with CHANEL Icons 2007-2008A
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
jewels from Chanel. It is a prototype Autumn 2007-2008 and was only produced once. IT WAS MADE ONLY FOR
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Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Surreal Collage: 'Prototypes #3'
By David Barnett
Located in New York, NY
objects. “My objective is to integrate these found elements with those fashioned after my own hand to
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2010s Surrealist Mixed Media

Materials

Pencil, Pastel, Found Objects, Acrylic

1995s Chanel Top Black Wool and Silk Mini Bralette
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
composition or size label (it may be a prototype) but it is suitable for FR34/36: total back length (without
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1990s French Shirts

1995s Chanel Top Navy Wool and Silk Mini Bralette
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
composition or size label (it may be a prototype) but it is suitable for FR34/36: total back length (without
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1990s French Shirts

Chanel Shoes Sneakers EU39 Beige Leather Camelia
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in PARIS, FR
interior marking of the shoes is particular and they may be prototypes but these sneakers are perfectly
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2010s French Shoes

A French Safari Jacket In Beige Linen And Silk Toile Circa 1968-1972
Located in Toulon, FR
unsigned prototype for Haute Couture, dating from 1968 -1972. Fitted cut with Mao collar closed by a snap
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1960s French Jackets

Chanel Pendant Prototype Collection Haute Couture , France, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Denia, VC
Large unique and daring prototype medallion in gold metal on a large chain with oval links in gold
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1990s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Circa 2017 Louis Vuitton Black silk Jacket FR36
By Louis Vuitton, Nicolas Ghesquière
Located in PARIS, FR
are no buttons ( and there never was one) on this jacket (it may be a prototype or a parade example
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2010s French Sweaters

Betony Vernon "Essence Ring" with Funnel Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
original prototype, or master, handcrafted by Vernon in her Milanese atelier in 1995. The "Essence Ring" is
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1990s Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Gold

Evening gloves in black suede and rhinestone Daniel Swarovski
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening gloves in black suede and rhinestone with silk lining. One of a kind / prototype
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Early 2000s French Gloves

Yves Saint Laurent New Studded Suede Gloves
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Unusual, never worn 80’s YSL black gloves, probably a prototype or a runway model, with gold metal
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1980s French Gloves

S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Blue Green Liquid Magma Print Sheer Knit Tie Skirt
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an unusual blue lava print Gucci skirt sample/prototype, designed by Tom Ford. The
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Early 2000s Italian Skirts

S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Beige Sheer Wrap Floor Length Sample Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning beige prototype Gucci wrap gown, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Sonia Rykiel Vintage Pink Striped 1980s Knit Sweater Top w Logo Emblem
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Portland, OR
hasn't been invented yet, are the most successful. We believe that the same is true for fashion designers
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1980s Italian Pullovers

CHANEL Haute Couture ecru boucle tweed oval pocket nautical 2 piece jacket FR38
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Extra Detail: Paquito"""" is handwritten on the prototype label meaning this was the exact original
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1980s French Blazers

FLORA KUNG made in France Tangerine Silk Duchess Satin Floral Blazer NWT
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
for the waist area, the fit is very flexible as it can open up more. Size : prototype no size tag
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Early 2000s American Smoking Jackets

Rare Save the Seals Frozen Tears Swatch Watch Prototype New Never worn
By Swatch
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a rare collectible Swatch Watch called Frozen Tears Save the seals. It is a prototype. It
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Silk Shantung minimalist mini waif dress - Flora Kung
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
natural nubs. Without Flora Kung tag because it is a prototype. Listing as size 2 Condition: Pristine New
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Early 2000s American Mini Dresses

Boho Print yellow brown Silk Wrap Dress - NWT Flora Kung
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
" long. Fit is flexible because it's a true wrap. Prototype - no neck tag. Listing as size M From FLORA
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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2005 Versace by Donatella Pale Pink Satin Gold Medusa Medallion Sample Coat
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a light pink satin Versace double-breasted prototype coat, designed by Donatella Versace
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Early 2000s Italian Coats

F/W 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Velvet Bow Sheer Silk Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredibly rare prototype designed by Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent's Fall/Winter
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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

1970S PACO RABANNE Attributed Mustard Yellow Cashmere Blend Knit Sexy Cut-Out D
Located in New York, NY
We purchased this piece in Paris from a dealer who said it was a hand knit prototype from the Paco
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1970s Casual Dresses

S/S 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Surrealist Stitch Silk Trench Coat Dalí
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Gauche. This coat is a rare prototype of look 4 on the Spring/Summer 2003 runway, worn by Liya Kebede
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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

1960s Roberta di Camerino Trompe L'oeil Ultrasuede Dress
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
different was made very popular by di Camerino. Originally a prototype, the dress was simply basted when it
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1970s Italian Casual Dresses

Pink top and skirt ensemble with beaded fringes Ines de La Fressange
By Ines de la Fressange
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
% acetate, 49% rayon. Silk lining. ( only on the skirt) One button in the middle back. PROTOTYPE.
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Early 2000s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Sleeveless wrapped and printed evening dress with bead work on waist André Laug
By André Laug
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
. Snap to close it in the middle front. SHOW PROTOTYPE. SIZE XS
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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses

Roberto Cavalli F/W 1999 runway sample hand-painted leather jacket and skirt set
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
- Roberto Cavalli 1 of 1 runway prototype - Red and blue hand-painted ink tribal motif - Tan maxi
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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Silk chiffon evening dress with beadwork and rhinestone André Laug
By André Laug
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
-through sleeves. Fabric buttons and buttonhole on the cuff. PROTOTYPE SIZE L
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1970s Italian Evening Dresses

Saint Laurent 2014 Slimane Black silk mini dress fr34/36
By Hedi Slimane, Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
composition or size label (may be a prototype) but the measurements indicate a 34/36FR: chest 36 cm, waist
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black velvet and gold lace evening dress Lecoanet Hémant
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
cm. Show prototype. SIZE XS
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Sample Black Net Overlay Strapless Satin Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
prototype gown was never mass-produced. This strapless dress is constructed entirely of silk and features a
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Early 2000s Italian Formal Gowns

555: Revisiting The Fashion Archive of Francisco Costa
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
renowned image-makers that celebrates the iconic archival fashion designs of Francisco Costa for Calvin
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

Materials

Paper

S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Magma Print Backless Tank Top
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an unusual blue lava print Gucci skirt sample/prototype, designed by Tom Ford. The
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Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops

BOTTEGA VENETA Limited Edition Large "Cabat" Woven Tote Shoulder Shopper Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
and 10 to 15 prototypes to get the double-faced intrecciato right. Utilising a total of approximately
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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Robert Lee Morris Gold Ball Explosion Fashion Choker
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
options of length. Created in 2015 as a prototype, it is a one of a kind piece. Party jewelry, fun and
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2010s Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Robert Lee Morris Gold Ball Explosion Fashion Choker
Robert Lee Morris Gold Ball Explosion Fashion Choker
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H 3 in W 3.5 in D 3 in Dm 3 in L 22 in
Beaded cocktail dress with black feather Lecoanet Hemant ( no brand tag)
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beaded cocktail dress with black feather. No lining. No brand tag. Show prototype. Corset with zip
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

A Madame Grès Woollen Beige Couture Dress (attributed to)- France Circa 1970
By Madame Gres
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 France Prototype or parade dress attributed to Madame Grès and dating from the 1970s
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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Gray Pearl Strand on Vanilla silk jersey Wrap Dress - NWT Flora Kung
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
is a beloved one-off prototype hence no neck tag, only hangtag. Authentic FLORA KUNG silk dresses are
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Early 2000s American Tunics and Wrap Dresses

FLORA KUNG Boho Pink Black Print NWT Silk Wrap Dress
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
sleeves with soft gathers. No shoulder pads. Approximately 40" long. Prototype - no neck size tag
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2010s American Tunics and Wrap Dresses

'90s Wristwatch "Ollo" by Museo Alchimia Alessandro Mendini, Italy
By Alessandro Mendini, Studio Alchimia
Located in Milano, IT
pioneering prototype for Swatch, a renowned company for which Mendini created numerous timepieces in that era
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tubular Lounge Chair 'Frank' by Bradley L. Bowers
By Bradley L. Bowers
Located in New York, NY
: Bradley L. Bowers' work explores the dynamic overlap between rapid-prototyping and artisanal craftsmanship
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Foam, Wood

Tubular Art Chair 'Frank' by Bradley Bowers
By Bradley L. Bowers
Located in New York, NY
-prototyping and artisanal craftsmanship. The studio uses contemporary digital-modeling tools in unison with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Upholstery

HARPER Wall Light or Sconce in Blown Glass & Brass, Blueprint Lighting 2021
By Fontana Arte, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
; artist, musician, fashion designer, mother and wife of iconic rock drummer Matt Sorum. From our Chief
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Contemporary Lafaiette S Wall Light Sconce Lamp Abstract Sculptures Brass Radar
By Colé
Located in Milan, Lombardy
two very special cities that enlighten art, fashion, design and culture”, as the designer explains. “A
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2010s Polish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Elizabeth Taylor as CLEOPATRA 1962-1995
By Michaele Vollbracht, Bert Stern
Located in New York, NY
, and the international fashion scene for decades, Stern became the prototype of the fashion
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1990s American Other Contemporary Art

Materials

Gold Leaf

 Elizabeth Taylor as CLEOPATRA 1962-1995
 Elizabeth Taylor as CLEOPATRA 1962-1995
H 53 in W 38.5 in D 1.25 in
3-Level Planter in Patinated Living Finish Cast Iron (Indoor or Outdoor)
By Bradley L. Bowers
Located in New York, NY
-prototyping and artisanal craftsmanship. The studio uses contemporary digital-modeling tools in unison with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Planters and Jardi...

Materials

Iron

“Marilyn (Head Shot)” Blue Silkscreen Portrait Print on Silver Foil Ed. 47/100
By Bert Stern
Located in Houston, TX
prototype of the fashion photographer as the embodiment of glamour- a legend himself. Stern’s photographs
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Mid-20th Century Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Foil

A Pair of "Kit" White Sculptural Lamps, Gaspare Asaro for Esperia
By Esperia, Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro
Located in Palm Desert, CA
geometric fashion. The lamps are marked "Esperia" as seen in photo #4. Designed in 2016, these lamps exude
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Robert Lee Morris Gilded Moonfeather Bib Casual Necklace
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
dedicated collector of RLM! One of a kind prototype, this is a dazzling bold gold necklace that helped
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Robert Lee Morris Gilded Moonfeather Bib Casual Necklace
Robert Lee Morris Gilded Moonfeather Bib Casual Necklace
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H 6.5 in W 6.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 18 in L 18 in
Lafaiette L Wall Lamp in Brass
By Colé
Located in Milan, Lombardy
two very special cities that enlighten art, fashion, design and culture”, as the designer explains. “A
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2010s Polish Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Lafaiette L Wall Lamp in Brass
Lafaiette L Wall Lamp in Brass
H 3.94 in Dm 23.63 in
Low brass table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí spanish surrealist design
By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí­
Located in Barcelona, ES
the painting “Femme à tête de roses” (1935). The prototypes were made by the sculptor Joaquim Camps
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century Spanish Surrealist brass "Leda" coffee table by Salvador Dalí
By Salvador Dalí­, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, ES
the painting “Femme à tête de roses” (1935). The prototypes were made by the sculptor Joaquim Camps
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Low brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí 20th century spanish design
By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí­
Located in Barcelona, ES
the painting “Femme à tête de roses” (1935). The prototypes were made by the sculptor Joaquim Camps
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

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Prototype Fashion For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary piece of prototype fashion you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, blue and more. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of prototype fashion from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Alain Mikli, Helmut Lang and Byblos — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Prototype Fashion?

Prices for a piece of prototype fashion can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $189 and can go as high as $39,564, while, on average they fetch $1,386.