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Star Wars C-3PO head fetches over $1 million at auction

Star Wars C-3PO head fetches over $1 million at auction

A C-3PO head used in the Star Wars film 'The Empire Strikes Back' has sold at auction for over $1 million. The prop was part of the original costume worn by actor Anthony Daniels during the 1980 production.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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