Darth Vader Lightsaber Sells for Record $4.87 Million at Auction
Summary
Darth Vader's lightsaber, used in 'The Empire Strikes Back' and 'Return of the Jedi,' sold for nearly $5 million at auction, breaking the previous record set by Luke Skywalker's prop. The hilt was made from a 1950s camera flash attachment.'
How coverage differs
Left outlets emphasize the lightsaber's cultural significance and record-breaking price, while right outlets highlight its value and connection to the “I am your father” duel.
- Left: Darth Vader's Lightsaber Fetches Record Price at Star Wars Auction Left-leaning outlets emphasize the record-breaking sale of Darth Vader's lightsaber, highlighting its use in iconic scenes from 'The Empire Strikes Back' and 'Return of the Jedi'. They focus on the prop's cultural significance and its nearly $5 million price tag, noting it surpassed Luke Skywalker's previous record.
- Center: Iconic Lightsaber from Vader's Reveal Breaks Star Wars Auction Records Center outlets report on the sale of Darth Vader's lightsaber prop, noting it fetched nearly $5 million at auction. They mention its use in 'The Empire Strikes Back' and 'Return of the Jedi' and that the hilt was made from a 1950s camera flash attachment.
- Right: Vader's ‘I Am Your Father’ Lightsaber Sells for Millions Right-leaning outlets focus on the substantial sale price of Darth Vader's lightsaber, specifically mentioning its use in the 'I am your father' duel. They present the auction as a significant event for movie memorabilia, underscoring the prop's value and its connection to a pivotal cinematic moment.