Lightsaber belonging to the iconic character Darth Vader breaks Star Wars auction record.

In a significant moment for collectors and fans of the Star Wars franchise, the iconic Darth Vader lightsaber has been sold for a record-breaking $3.6 million at an auction held by Propstore in Los Angeles, United States.

The sale of this red lightsaber, which was used by Darth Vader in the original Star Wars films, marks a landmark moment for Propstore and underscores the enduring cultural power of the Star Wars franchise. Brandon Alinger, COO of Propstore, believes that the sale speaks to the passion of fans and collectors.

The lightsaber, which came from a private collection and was sold publicly by Propstore in 2025, beat the previous record held by a plastic Star Wars action figure of Boba Fett, which fetched $1.342 million in a previous auction.

Other notable items sold at the auction include the Spider-Man suit worn by Tobey Maguire in the 2002 film, which was sold for $289,800, the Platform 9 3/4 sign from the Harry Potter films, which fetched $138,600, and the shark tooth clapperboard used in Jaws, which was sold for $94,500.

The sale of the Darth Vader lightsaber also set a new world record for the highest-valued product from the Star Wars franchise, making it the highest-valued Star Wars artifact ever sold at auction. The lightsaber is considered a touchstone of modern mythology and is sure to be a prized possession for the lucky bidder.

This is not the first time a Star Wars artifact has been sold by Propstore, but it is the most valuable. The auction of the Darth Vader lightsaber is a testament to the enduring appeal of the Star Wars franchise and the passion of its fans and collectors.