"The Cold War Relics Auction Featuring The KGB Espionage Museum Collection" is the world's first and most comprehensive auction event offering some of the rarest and most important artifacts from the U.S, Soviet Union and Cuba during the Cold War era ever to be assembled and offered at auction. The history memorabilia event of the season will take place on Saturday, February 13th, 2021 at Julien's Auctions in Beverly Hills and live online at juliensauctions.com.
5. A Soviet KGB spy book containing a hidden "Neozit" camera
A Soviet KGB spy book containing a hidden "Neozit" camera, with the lens operating through a small moveable section on the front of the book. 9 3/4 by 6 5/8 by 2 inches Estimate: $2,000 - $3,000. Photo: SWNS.com
6. spy miniature camera ring
A Soviet KGB spy miniature camera designed to look like a ring. Estimate: $5,000-$7,000 Photo: SWNS.com
7. stationary microphone listening device
One of the first transistorized stationary microphone listening devices or "bugs" with an adjustable frequency, circa 1964. This model was often installed in hotel rooms for eavesdropping on important conversations. Estimate: $500-$700 Photo: SWNS.com
8. A Soviet KGB spy ballpoint pen
A Soviet KGB spy ballpoint pen containing a hidden microphone "bug." Estimate: $300-$500. Photo: SWNS.com