Indy's Money Belt

Indy reaches into his shirt and extracts bundles of cash from a money belt strapped around his waist. Hidden beneath his clothing, the belt holds substantial funds—five thousand dollars in total—that he counts out and places as a down payment on the bar counter amid tense negotiations with Marion Ravenwood. Surrounded by brawlers and saloon chaos, Indy accesses it swiftly to prove his commitment.

3 appearances

Purpose

Securely storing and transporting large sums of cash for transactions

Significance

Enables Indy's down payment to Marion, sealing their bargain for the sun-shaped bronze piece despite their fraught history; underscores his preparedness and tests trust in the high-stakes Ark pursuit

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

3 moments

S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Marion Purges The Raven — The Broken Sun and a Price

Indy removes the money from a money belt beneath his shirt, enabling a discreet but decisive transfer of funds in front of Marion. The belt functions as a practical plot device to make immediate payment believable and plausible.

Before: Concealed under Indy's clothing, containing cash.

After: Emptied of the five thousand taken out for Marion; remains on Indy's person as he leaves.

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S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Bargain, Bite, and the Sun

Indy reaches into his money belt to retrieve cash, demonstrating his commitment and seriousness; the belt functions as the practical source of the collateral he lays down for Marion.

Before: Worn under Indy's clothing, containing his funds.

After: Partially depleted after Indy withdraws $5,000; remains on Indy's person as he leaves.

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S1E1 · RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK

Marion's Hidden Sun: The Medallion Revealed

The money belt is the source of the five thousand dollars; Indy reaches into it to produce the bundled cash, demonstrating preparedness and the seriousness of his offer.

Before: Strapped around Indy's waist, holding his funds.

After: Emptied of the five-thousand bundle; remains on Indy retaining any remaining cash.

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