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24-05-2025
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Tommy Shelby Suit Breaks Record As Peaky Blinders Auction Nets $25.7K
Last Updated: A charity auction for The Christie NHS Foundation Trust raised $25,700 through the sale of Peaky Blinders costumes. A charity auction for The Christie NHS Foundation Trust raised about $25,700 through the sale of original Peaky Blinders costumes. Omega Auctions hosted the event from April 22 to May 20, culminating in a themed gathering at Manchester's Peaky Blinders bar with live bidding and costume exhibits. Cillian Murphy's grey three-piece suit, featured in the series finale as Tommy Shelby, was sold for $2,234. Inside the pocket, a handwritten note read 'takes off ring," referencing Shelby's emotional journey. Murphy's wool 'Tommy suit C" achieved the highest price at $4,063, according to a PA report. Sam Claflin's hat, worn by his character Oswald Mosley, fetched $243. Helen McCrory's coat from her role as Polly Gray, the fierce matriarch of the Shelby family, was sold for $880. Murphy's wedding suit from Season 3 raised $2,167, and Aimee Ffion Edwards' embroidered jacket, worn by her character Esme Shelby, sold for $325. Additional items, including ties, dresses, and shoes, were also auctioned. The proceeds will support cancer research and patient care at Manchester's Christie Hospital. The event celebrated the show's enduring impact, blending the gritty 1920s aesthetic of Peaky Blinders with a charitable cause. The series followed Tommy Shelby's evolution from a Birmingham gangster to a political figure, facing off against fascism, communism, and personal struggles. Claflin's portrayal of Mosley reflected real-world extremism, while McCrory's Polly provided a strong, witty anchor for the Shelby family. The Peaky Blinders franchise is set to return soon with a film sequel, written by creator Steven Knight and starring Murphy, due for release this autumn. Running from 2013 to 2022, the series skillfully combined post-war politics with family drama, securing its cult status. Fans were able to relive the show's intensity and contribute to cancer research through their bids on these iconic costumes. First Published:
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Peaky Blinders charity auction raises $25,700; Tommy Shelby suit fetches record price
An auction of original Peaky Blinders costumes raised approximately $25,700 for cancer charity, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Held by Omega Auctions from April 22 to May 20, it ended with a themed event at Manchester's Peaky Blinders bar, featuring live bidding and costume displays. Cillian Murphy's grey three-piece suit, worn as Tommy Shelby in the series finale, sold for $2,234. A handwritten note inside its pocket read: 'takes off ring', a nod to Shelby's emotional arc. His wool 'Tommy suit C' fetched the highest bid of a whopping $4,063, says a PA report. ALSO READ | Why are more American children falling sick? RFK Jr's MAHA report has this to say Sam Claflin's hat, worn as fascist leader Oswald Mosley, sold for $243. Helen McCrory's coat from her role as Polly Gray, the Shelby family's fierce matriarch, went for $880. Murphy's wedding suit from Season 3 sold for $2167, while Aimee Ffion Edwards' embroidered jacket as Esme Shelby, a fiery Shelby in-law, earned another $325. Other items included ties, dresses, and shoes. Proceeds support cancer research and patients at Manchester's Christie Hospital. The event celebrated the show's legacy, blending its gritty 1920s aesthetic with charity. Peaky Blinders followed Tommy Shelby's rise from Birmingham gangster to political schemer, battling fascism, communism, and personal demons. Claflin's Mosley embodied real-world extremism, while McCrory's Polly anchored the Shelby clan with steel-hearted wit. A film sequel, written by creator Steven Knight and starring Murphy, releases this autumn. ALSO READ | Skilla Baby update: Rapper recovering after Detroit shooting - What we know so far The series, spanning 2013–2022, wove post-war politics with family drama, cementing its cult status. Fans relived its intensity through these costumes, turning memorabilia into cancer funds. Every bid honored the show's impact and its cast's iconic roles.
