Lightsabers from "Star Wars" films, including one used in "I am your father" duel, go up for auction
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Key Points:
- Darth Vader's lightsaber from the iconic duel in "The Empire Strikes Back," where he reveals to Luke Skywalker that he is his father, is set to be auctioned next month with an estimated value of at least $1 million.
- The Ultimate Star Wars Auction on November 12 will feature over two dozen lightsaber props, including those used by Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker in "Revenge of the Sith," each expected to sell for at least $10,000.
- Other notable items include Boba Fett's EE-3 carbine blaster from "The Empire Strikes Back," estimated to fetch over $100,000, and a Hero Rebel DH-17 Pistol expected to sell for more than $10,000.
- The auction also offers unique memorabilia such as a Yoda puppet hand used by Frank Oz, Anthony Daniels' signed screenplay for the original 1977 "Star Wars," and a TIE Fighter pilot helmet from "Rogue One."
- Additionally, a miniature snowspeeder from Carrie Fisher's private collection, used during filming, could sell for over $10,000.
