"Rare 2001: A Space Odyssey Spacesuit Hits Auction Block"

The spacesuit worn by Dr. Bill Michaels in the film "2001: A Space Odyssey" is currently up for auction with a current bid of $82,500. The six-piece ensemble includes a helmet, reflective coveralls, backpack, replica chest unit, gloves, and boots. The suit exhibits signs of age and heavy production use, with paint cracking, crazing, and chipping. The helmet was repainted post-production, and the "memory cards" were replicated and installed.