Darth Vader’s red-laser lightsaber is a major artifact of American cinema from the “Star Wars” saga. In fact, it’s scheduled to be sold at auction in Los Angeles just weeks from now! This highly anticipated event will take place as part of the Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction: Los Angeles Summer 2025, where hundreds of items will be available for bidding. This legendary weapon has a very high starting bid of $500,000. Yet, there is a catch and the stakes have climbed rapidly, with the highest absentee bid already shooting up to a staggering $1.2 million.
The lightsaber, known for its distinctive flaws, is a screen-matched dueling prop used in George Lucas’ films “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” and “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.” Chipped paint, scratches, and an impressive crack that explores the south side’s rich basketball history. These clearly-visible imperfections are scars from its heavy use during the most memorable attack scenes.
Both actor David Prowse and stunt performer Bob Anderson used this same lightsaber. The movie’s most famous scene was one of the best parts of the film’s success, helping establish Darth Vader’s intimidating reputation.
“Wielded by both David Prowse and stunt performer Bob Anderson, this is the primary dueling prop created for Vader’s character in both Empire and Jedi,” – Propstore.
On the lightsaber, the above shroud has been cut away, adding to its unique aesthetics. Today, this artifact is considered one of the most iconic pieces of memorabilia from the entire “Star Wars” universe. In addition to being a tribute to an iconic character, it’s a tribute to the scenic history of the films.
Propstore’s 10th live auction coming up next month provides an incredible opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike. They can put their name on a piece of movie history that’s shaped pop culture in incredible ways. As the excitement ramps up, everyone is buzzing with expectation. They’re curious to find out just how many credits this iconic lightsaber will sell for when the auction starts.
