Lot 23
  • 23

Star Wars Luke Skywalker action figure with Double-Telescoping Saber, 1978

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • Plastic, cardboard, paint
  • 6 by 9 inches
A key Star Wars item with rare two piece double telescoping lightsaber, there are approximately only 20 confirmed examples. Card presents as a C-8, but with the bubble defects, the overall grade would be C-7

This figure also has a serial number on the footer indicating it is one of the first figures that came off the assembly line.



Certificate of Authenticity for Luke Skywalker has been obtained from Tom Derby.

Condition

The card back retains most of the original color with some light edge wear.There is a slight shadow from a price sticker in the upper right corner and some minor non-color breaking veins in the lower right. The bubble has some minor surface wear, but is clear and firmly attached to the card. There is some warping to the top half of the bubble and there is a larger then normal gap on the base of the footer.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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Catalogue Note

Luke Skywalker comes with a certificate of authentication.

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