I was out in Los Angeles recently and interviewed CEO and President of Blacksparrow Auctions, Fong Sam, regarding his exciting online only, “I Love Lucy Auction” event. The 103 lot auction consists of original costumes, props, manuscripts, photos, posters, costumes sketches and autographs from Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, as well as and memorabilia pertaining to one of the most beloved television series in Hollywood history, the “I Love Lucy” Show.

In addition to being a gifted actress, writer, comedienne, singer, and dancer, Lucille Ball was also a marketing genius and knowledgeable businesswoman. She used the popularity of I Love Lucy to create various lines of merchandising, including clothing, toys, dolls and novelty items.

The auction includes private correspondences with other celebrities including, Doris Day, Barbara Walters, legal contracts for Desilu Productions, screen-used props and costumes, limited edition porcelain dolls, vintage key book photos, costume sketches by Elois Jenssen, personal mementos, and much more.

This is a rare opportunity for Lucy fans and prop and costume collectors to acquire a piece of important history.

Bid online HERE until April 16th, 2015.

See the auction lots HERE.

Lot #59: Original Set of Kitchenware Props Used in I Love Lucy: Estimated At:$1,000- 2,000.00 USD

Various lots of Lucy memorabilia

Lot #79:Lucille Ball “Gingham Girl” Apron Worn in I Love Lucy & Additional “Gingham Girl” Dress Apron. Estimated At: $1,000.00 – 2,000.00 USD

Lot #81: Vintage 1955 Necklace from I Love Lucy Jewelry Line. Estimated At:$100.00 – 200.00 USD

Lot #99: I Love Lucy Car Cookie Jar by Vandor. Estimated At:$200.00 – 300.00 USD

Lot #78: Lucille Ball Personal Custom Matching Colorful Print Blouse & Pants. Estimated At:$1,500.00 – 2,500.00 USD

Lots #73 & #75: Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz perosnal clothing: Estimates $400-600, and $2000-3000 respectively.