Julien's Auctions Offers a $25 Million Infinity Gauntlet With Real Gems Julien's Auctions is selling a one-of-a-kind Infinity Gauntlet replica adorned with six high-value gemstones, including a 23-carat emerald and a 35-carat yellow diamond, on December 8, 2026. This piece, first shown at Comic-Con 2022, represents the ultimate Marvel collectible for serious fans. There are many pieces of Marvel memorabilia that can be called unique, but only a few can truly claim to be a one-of-a-kind item that collectors will probably only have one shot at owning. That is exactly the way the jewel lot of December's Pop Culture Legends Evening Sale on December 8, 2026, in Abu Dhabi can be described. The auction house will be auctioning off the closest thing to a real-life Infinity Gauntlet you will ever see. Those with good memories may recall this very special version of Thanos' Gauntlet was originally unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con in 2022, where it was offered for sale for the sum of $25 million.Real Infinity Stones Gemstone Replica DetailsWhile one of the most iconic objects of the Marvel Cinematic Universe thanks to its pivotal appearance in 'Avengers: Infinity War' and 'Avengers: Endgame', would even the most screen-accurate version of the Gauntlet really be worth that? It would if it included six actual gemstones representing the six Infinity Stones. This replica, curated by East Continental Gems and Hasbro, is far from the typical well-crafted collectible.As East Continental Gems president Adam Mirzoeff said in a press statement at the original reveal, "There has never been anything as exciting and interesting in the Marvel Universe than the prized Infinity Stones, and as a fourth-generation jeweler and fan, I am honored that Marvel entrusted us with the monumental task of curating the Infinity Gem Collection for our universe." Housed in a custom-made version of the Gauntlet crafted by high-end collectible toy company Gentle Giant Ltd, the six stones of Time, Space, Reality, Mind, Power, and Soul are each represented by some of the best examples of gemstones that match their color. It features a centuries-old Colombian emerald nearing 23 carats, an almost 30-carat sapphire from Madagascar, a 15-plus carat natural ruby from Mozambique, a 35-plus carat cushion-shaped Spessartite garnet, and a rectangular yellow diamond of almost 35 carats.High Value And Marvel Comic Book OriginsWith that kind of bling adorning a perfect replica of the Gauntlet, it is perhaps not surprising that $25 million is going to seem reasonable compared to the final price when the hammer falls. The Infinity Gauntlet first appeared in 1972's 'Captain Marvel #1', where it was used by Captain Marvel's nemesis Mar-Vell in a failed attempt to become a god-like being thanks to their combined power.Although the story is different, this became the principal behind the MCU's Infinity Saga, and Thanos and his Gauntlet were teased across several movies before its power was fully unleashed in 'Infinity War'. Being an iconic object of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is one thing, but being the object that the biggest movie of all time focuses on is a whole new level of iconic.That is why this hugely enhanced version is as holy a grail as you will ever get - a one-off piece being sold at auction for the first time, and one that probably won't turn up for sale again for many years. With 'Deadpool 3' and 'The Marvels' hitting theaters, it is hard to imagine either movie producing anything quite as iconic as the Infinity Gauntlet.Exclusive Bidding Requirements For Serious CollectorsThat is another reason why the December auction will draw a lot of interest from serious collectors of Marvel memorabilia, and you will need to be serious to even get the chance to bid. Julien's require those intending on bidding in the auction to pre-register their interest and pass vetting checks before the auction itself.By the time the hammer falls in around six weeks, we will know exactly what someone is willing to pay to hold one of the most powerful weapons in comic book history in their hands.