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Original R2-D2 fetches $2.76 million at Profiles in History auction, among more coveted “Star Wars” memorabilia

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Posted on by Cristina Sanza
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R2-D2 was among the highly coveted “Star Wars” memorabilia recently auctioned by Profiles in History, and the droid sold for an astronomical price.

Assembled from parts from the filming of the original “Star Wars” trilogy and the first two prequels, this R2-D2 was auctioned for $2.76 million. The buyer’s name has not been revealed. Profiles in History had hoped to fetch $1 – $2 million for the collectible.

R2-D2 from Star Wars greets visitors atop the sandy landscape of Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber, which was used in the first two films, was also auctioned for $450,000.

A Star Wars-inspired lightsaber hilt with metallic ridges and buttons displayed against a black background, just like the legendary collectibles showcased at Disneyland’s Galaxy’s Edge.

Darth Vader’s helmet from the original movie sold for $96,000.

Darth Vader in his signature black armor greets visitors inside a frozen Star Wars-themed cave, with other characters from the galaxy far, far away in the background, offering a dramatic and immersive experience reminiscent of classic Star Wars attractions.

For more information on upcoming auctions, head over to the Profiles in History website.

 

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Cristina Sanza

Cristina is a writer living in New York City. She’s an expert on Disney, comedy, pop culture, and travel. You can find some of her other work at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater, Popularium, Ranker, and The Cnnekt.

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