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Pop Culture Time Capsule: TV Memorabilia & Vintage Toys
Lot 331:
This lot features two vintage Kenner Star Wars Mini-Action Figure Collector Cases containing a total of 48 plastic action figures from the original trilogy era. The vinyl-covered cases feature iconic collage graphics including Han Solo, Chewbacca, Darth Vader, and the Death Star, with copyright dates of 1977 and 1978. Each case contains a molded grey plastic tray designed to hold 24 figures. The collection includes a wide variety of 3.75-inch scale characters such as Han Solo (Hoth Battle Gear), Luke Skywalker (Hoth Battle Gear), Lando Calrissian, various Stormtroopers, TIE Fighter Pilot, Greedo, Walrus Man, Hammerhead, Snaggletooth, R2-D2, and several Rebel and Imperial personnel. The trays include various typed and handwritten identification labels. These figures were manufactured by Kenner Products and represent the foundational era of Star Wars toy collecting. Each case measures approximately 9 by 12 inches.
Condition: The collection is in used, vintage condition. The vinyl cases show significant external wear, including scuffing, creasing, and visible tape residue on the front graphic panels. One case has a prominent vertical strip of adhesive residue. The interior plastic trays are intact but show some age-related discoloration and dust. The 48 action figures are in played-with condition with varying degrees of paint loss. Most figures are incomplete, missing original accessories such as weapons, blasters, lightsabers, or vinyl capes. Several identification labels in the trays are mismatched to the figures currently occupying the slots.
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The collection is in good vintage condition, exhibiting signs of light play wear consistent with age. Some of the thinner plastic elements, such as the lightsaber blades and spears, show minor warping. The plastic remains generally supple without significant brittleness. All items appear to be original period components.
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