Complete "R2-D2" unit assembled from original components from Episodes IV, V, VI, I & II

Hollywood Auction 89 - Day 3 ^ | June 28, 2017 | by Profiles in History

[Swordmaker]

If any Star Wars fans among our fellow Freepers has a spare million dollars, they could be the proud owner of a barely used R2D2 Droid. . . from a Galaxy Far Far Away and long long ago. . .

Lots of Star Trek, Star Wars, and other Hollywood goodies, costumes, props etc., are being auctioned off, including Star Trek phasers, Tricorders, Bridge stations from Star Trek, and a lot more (an earlier day has Superman's TV cape from the color years, and Excalibur from Camelot. Not to mention the one and only "Flying Fickle Finger of Fate Award" from Rowan and Martin's Laugh In.

[yarddog]

It was a good idea but eventually had more gadgets than would have been possible

[Swordmaker]

If you don't have the million to two million dollars for R2D2, you might be tempted by the original Darth Vader mask and shoulder armor from "Episode IV: A New Hope," the first Star Wars movie. . .

1304. “Darth Vader” production made helmet and shoulder armor from Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. (TCF, 1977) Vintage original Darth Vader helmet and shoulder/chest armor from Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. The 2-piece helmet is constructed of cast fiberglass and is composed of a faceplate mask portion with triangular open venting and interior screening at mouth and chin, tinted see-through Perspex lenses embedded in the eye sockets and metal finial components at either side of the mouth. The helmet section features the hallmark central fin and flared brow and affixes to the faceplate by a pin that snaps into a rolling clasp embedded in the forehead of the facemask. Also includes the matching fiberglass armor panel that sits on Vader’s shoulders below the iconic helmet. These original production made pieces originated from Lucasfilm and were expertly painted and detailed in the early 1980s by an FX artist who worked at the legendary Don Post Studios. The helmet and armor remain in vintage very fine condition. Comes on a professionally built steel pipe and wooden base display stand. Entire display measures approx. 34 x 29 x 26 in. Accompanied by an LOA from 35-year veteran FX artist Jim Leonard. $40,000 - $60,000

[publius911]

Complete "R2-D2" unit assembled from original components from Episodes IV, V, VI, I & II.

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[real saxophonist]

If you don't have a million bucks, you can get one of these for only $7450.

[Swordmaker]

I think I'd rather buy this, Luke Skywalker's original Lightsaber:

1307. Mark Hamill “Luke Skywalker” hero Lightsaber from Star Wars and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. (TCF, 1977 & 1980) This lightsaber was used by Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in both Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back. It is the non-fighting version of the famous Jedi weapon. This particular version is constructed from an existing Graflex flashgun from the 1930s, measuring 10.5 in., and is fitted with resin black grips around the base attached with adhesive and rivets, as well as a D-ring riveted on the bottom to attach to Luke’s belt. This lightsaber is in quite good condition for its age, but is missing the circuit board detailing usually attached to the clasp. The silver tape, which originally covered the Graflex name, has also been removed. An incredibly important and iconic piece of Star Wars lore, this hero lightsaber used by Luke comes directly from the archive of Gary Kurtz, producer of Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back, and is accompanied with a letter of authenticity signed by Gary Kurtz. An incredible piece of film history used for the very first appearance of the spectacular Jedi weapon which thrilled audiences the world over. Provenance: Profiles in History Auction #33, lot 347, December 11, 2008. $150,000 - $250,000

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Rats. . . they say it really doesn't work like they showed in the movies. . . piece of junk prop. I think I will hold out for Han Solo's blaster. . . LOL!

[Swordmaker]

One of the Cherubim from the Ark of the Covenant in Raiders of the Lost Ark. . .

[Joe 6-pack]

I was going to place a bid, but it’s not the droid I’m looking for.

[FoxInSocks]

Perfect!

[ExGeeEye]

I’m dead.

[KarlInOhio]

I'm waiting for a Luke Skywalker made entirely from Mark Hamill's shed hair, skin and bodily fluids plus the hand from Episode V.

See also Ship of Theseus

[DiogenesLamp]

Rats. . . they say it really doesn't work like they showed in the movies. . . piece of junk prop. I think I will hold out for Han Solo's blaster. . . LOL!

Then perhaps this will interest you.

http://hackaday.com/2013/07/11/building-han-solos-blaster/

[TChad]

Just right.

[boop]

There are so many fanboy bajillionaires out there, it wouldn't surprise me if it went for ten times the estimated price.

IIRC, an original series Captain Kirk uniform shirt was estimated to go for 80k, it went for some ungodly and unthinkable sum.

It wouldn't surprise me if someone like Paul Allen outbids everyone.

[Diana in Wisconsin]

Meh. You guys are PIKERS! My friend, ‘Sheldon’ (let’s call him) has one of the ‘original’ Five Rings!

Bidding starts at...

[Diana in Wisconsin]

LOL!

[EEGator]

Keep an eye out for the Howard the Duck suit for me...

[11Bush]

He appears, throws the Amazing Quip Grenade, and then disappears to lurk in the shadows until needed again.

You win the Interweb tonight!

[Redcitizen]

It’s not worth 1-2 million unless it has the drink trayholder from ROTJ. Otherwise I’ll give em 5 bucks.

[mountn man]

I just killed 1-1/2 hours, because of your link and subsequent other links on Youtube about lightsabers.