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EntertainmentLuke Skywalker's lightsaber, one of the most iconic pieces of film memorabilia, sold at auction for $3.75 million US (roughly $5.15 million Cdn), Heritage Auctions shared on Wednesday. The prop was constructed by Star Wars' makeup artist Stuart Freeborn, and includes the model-cast of actor Mark Hamill's hand that detached alongside it in the iconic scene. Original prop from Star Wars: Episode V — The Empire Strikes Back sells for $3.75M USJackson Weaver · CBC News · Posted: Jul 16, 2026 4:35 PM EDT | Last Updated: July 16Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Heritage Auction's promotional images of the Star Wars lightsaber prop, which sold at auction for $3.75 million US this week. (Heritage Auctions.)Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, one of the most iconic pieces of film memorabilia, sold at auction for $3.75 million US (roughly $5.15 million Cdn), Heritage Auctions shared on Wednesday.

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