CroatiaThe lightsaber used by actor Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in the 1980 Star Wars film 'The Empire Strikes Back' has set a new auction record. The weapon, along with a severed hand from Luke's character, was sold for $3.75 million (approximately €3.29 million). This iconic prop was used in the climactic duel with Darth Vader in Cloud City, where Vader delivers one of the most famous movie lines ever: 'I am your father.' The auction house Heritage Auctions reported that this item achieved a record price during the Hollywood & Entertainment Signature Auction. Joe Maddalena, the executive vice president of Heritage Auctions, called it one of the most significant preserved items from the Star Wars saga, highlighting its emotional climax and impact on the franchise. This lightsaber now holds the title of the most expensive Star Wars-related prop ever sold at auction, surpassing the previous record held by the original X-wing starfighter model from 'Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope,' which sold for $3.135 million in November 2023.
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