C-3PO’s Head from ‘Star Wars’ Sells for $1M at Auction
In an exciting auction, a light-up head of the beloved droid C-3PO from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back sold for a remarkable $1,058,400. This sale took place during Propstore’s spring entertainment memorabilia auction, marking a significant moment for collectors and fans alike.
C-3PO’s Head Auction Highlights
C-3PO’s head achieved the highest sale at the auction, surpassing other collectible items from iconic films such as Jaws, The Lord of the Rings, and Pirates of the Caribbean. The auction showcased over 250 film and television lots, generating an impressive total of $6.5 million during its first day.
Key Details of the Sale
- Item: Light-Up C-3PO Head
- Film: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
- Sale Price: $1,058,400 (£801,818)
- Noteworthy Fact: This is the only known head from the film in the collector’s market.
This is not the first time Star Wars memorabilia has reached seven-figure sales. Previous auctions have seen Darth Vader’s lightsaber sell for $3.654 million and an X-wing starfighter fetching $3.135 million.
Overall Auction Performance
The Propstore auction, which began Wednesday, proved lucrative for all iconic memorabilia. The success is attributed to high levels of competitive bidding. Propstore COO Brandon Alinger noted the exceptional performance of various items within the auction.
Among the notable sales were:
- Quint’s Harpoon Gun from Jaws: $327,600 (£248,182)
- Shards of Narsil from The Lord of the Rings: $252,000 (£190,909)
- Wilson Volleyball from Cast Away: $189,000 (£143,181)
- Maximus’ Helmet from Gladiator: $189,000 (£143,481)
C-3PO’s head sale not only highlights the enduring popularity of the Star Wars franchise but also reinforces the significant cultural impact of such iconic film memorabilia. The auction continues, with eager bidders anticipating more unique items from cinematic history.
