# $45,000 X-Ray Auctions The Marilyn Monroe Chest X-Rays Sold to a Dedicated Fan By Joanne Lam | Published 2010-07-01 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marilyn-monroe-chest-x-rays References: [telegraph](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/celebritynews/7858340/Marilyn-Monroe-chest-X-rays-sell-for-45000.html) & [marilynmonroe](http://www.marilynmonroe.com) The love for the once-famous starlet lives on as a set of three Marilyn Monroe chest x-rays were sold for $45,000. Auctioned off at the [Hollywood Legends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legend-of-the-seas) auction at a [Planet Hollywood Resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinclusive-by-marriott) and Casino in Las Vegas, these x-rays are definitely an unconventional means of obtaining memories of Monroe. Without a doubt, the diehard fan must be happy with his purchase given how it's a pretty hefty price tag for a set of Marilyn Monroe chest x-rays. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [World News](https://www.trendhunter.com/worldnews) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **High Value Celebrity Memorabilia:** Opportunity to explore the market for unique and unconventional celebrity memorabilia that can fetch high prices. - **Unconventional Collectibles:** Disruption in the collectibles industry by introducing unusual and non-traditional items for enthusiasts. - **Nostalgia Investment:** Rising trend of investing in nostalgic items related to famous personalities as a form of alternative investment. ### Where This Applies - **Auctions & Memorabilia:** The auction industry can tap into the growing demand for celebrity memorabilia and explore unique items to attract collectors. - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry can expand its offerings beyond traditional items and cater to the demand for unconventional collectibles. - **Alternative Investments:** Investment firms can consider offering opportunities for investors to diversify their portfolios with unique nostalgic items as alternative investments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pricey Baseball Memorabilia Jerseys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/called-shot.md) - [Mysterious Painted Car-Door Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crazy-horse.md) - [Martian Meteorite Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sothebys-nwa.md) - [Rare Camera Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pope-francis-leica-ma.md) - [Philanthropic High-Value Charity Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highvalue-charity-auction.md) - [Philosopher-Neighbouring Burial Plots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karl-marxs-tomb.md) - [Snack Artwork Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mischief-by-chester.md) - [Diamond-Encrusted Martini Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marrow-martini.md) - [Charitable Low-Cost Art Raffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1-picasso-for-100-euros.md)