Jordy Verrill’s Broken Meteorite Prop from Creepshow Sells for $9,000 at Propstore Auction

Horror collectors and Creepshow fans, another legendary piece of horror history has surfaced! On March 26, 2025, the original broken meteorite prop from Creepshow (1982) was sold at the Propstore Auction for an impressive $9,000. This is the very same meteorite that doomed Jordy Verrill, played by horror maestro Stephen King, in the chilling segment “The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill.”

A Legendary Prop from George Romero’s Creepshow

Directed by George A. Romero and written by Stephen King, Creepshow was a vibrant tribute to 1950s horror comics like Tales from the Crypt. To achieve the comic book aesthetic, Tom Savini was enlisted to create its signature special effects.

In “The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill,” a well-meaning but dimwitted farmer, Jordy, discovers a glowing meteorite that crashes onto his property. Hoping to sell it for a quick payday, he foolishly pours water onto the rock, cracking it open and exposing himself to an alien grass-like organism that soon overtakes his body, house, and land. The segment blends horror and dark comedy, making it one of Creepshow’s most memorable tales.

Details of the Screen-Used Broken Meteorite Prop

This screen-used meteorite, originating from a crew member, is a foam-sculpted and hand-painted prop meticulously designed to appear otherworldly. The auction description details its features:

  • Material: Foam sculpted with a textured, rock-like exterior.
  • Coloration: Hand-painted in shades of yellow, green, and gray, with light-orange spotting to enhance its alien aesthetic.
  • Condition: Exhibits chipped paint and foam, revealing the interior material, along with grime buildup in fine crevices due to decades of storage.
  • Dimensions: 10″ x 10″ x 6″ (25.5 cm x 25.5 cm x 15.25 cm).

A Must-Have for Creepshow and Horror Memorabilia Collectors

This meteorite represents both Stephen King’s storytelling genius and Tom Savini’s practical effects mastery. For horror fans and collectors alike, owning a piece of Creepshow history is a rare opportunity.

Original Auction Link at Propstore