Luke Skywalker’s Severed Hand and Lightsaber from ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ Hit Auction Block for $1M+

A legendary piece of cinematic history is heading to auction as the original severed right hand and lightsaber used by Luke Skywalker in 'Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back' are listed for sale. With a starting bid set at a staggering 162 million yen (approximately $1.1 million USD), this marks the first time these specific props have been made available to the public in such a high-profile auction. This auction item captures one of the most iconic moments in pop culture history—the climax of the duel between Luke and Darth Vader. Given the massive global fanbase and the rarity of screen-used props from the original trilogy, collectors are bracing for a bidding war that could set new records for Star Wars memorabilia and cinematic artifacts worldwide.