‘Star Wars’ fans are standing by, just like their favorite rebel pilots — ’cause a big ticket item from the franchise is hitting the auction block … but, you’ll need a whole bunch of Galactic Credits to pick up this one.
A rebel pilot helmet used during the filming of ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ has been added to the Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction in Los Angeles, taking place in September.
Propstore — a trusted name in the memorabilia game — is selling this custom-made helmet used during the Rebel Alliance’s battle against the Empire on the ice planet Hoth.
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Oscar-winning costume designer John Mollo designed the helmet, which is in its original, unrestored condition. It’s one of just two helmets with the original liner still intact … so, it’s expected to make a splash in its first public auction in a quarter-century.
Propstore
Experts expect this helmet to go for between $200K–$400K … enough money to pay off all of Han Solo’s debts to Jabba the Hutt!
Propstore’s gotten lucky with ‘Star Wars’ items recently … selling Chewbacca’s iconic weapon, the Bowcaster, for $768K … and Luke Skywalker’s Battle of Yavin medal for $378K.
Like we said, the auction is still a few months away … so interested megafans still have time to find a little extra scratch and improve their chances.
May the Force be with you, bidders!
