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Star Wars Props Auction Fetches Over $1.14 Million

3/30/2025

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Chewbacca's legendary bowcaster soared to an astonishing $768,600, while Luke Skywalker's iconic medal brought in $378,000 at auction, raking in over $1.14 million. These cherished relics from "Star Wars: A New Hope," once owned by props master Gerard Bourke, celebrate the franchise's timeless allure and its profound impact on film and fandom.

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Chewbacca's legendary bowcaster soared to an astonishing $768,600, while Luke Skywalker's iconic medal brought in $378,000 at auction, raking in over $1.14 million. These cherished relics from "Star Wars: A New Hope," once owned by props master Gerard Bourke, celebrate the franchise's timeless allure and its profound impact on film and fandom.