Record Sale of Darth Vader's Lightsaber
Heritage Auctions sold Darth Vader's lightsaber for a record $4.875 million. This is the highest amount ever paid for an item from the Star Wars universe.
Historical Significance of the Prop
The saber was used in filming The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. It played a key role in the iconic duel scene between Vader and Luke Skywalker, where the famous line 'I am your father' was spoken.
The new record broke the franchise's previous achievement. Previously, the most expensive lot — Luke Skywalker's lightsaber — was sold in July 2026 for $3.75 million.
Price Growth Dynamics
- September 2025: Vader's sword sold for $3.65 million
- July 2026: Luke Skywalker's sword went under the hammer for $3.75 million
- Current result: Darth Vader's lightsaber reached $4.875 million









