At a recent auction in Los Angeles, a lightsaber once wielded by the notorious Darth Vader sold for a staggering $27 million, breaking the previous record for Star Wars memorabilia. The iconic weapon was used by the Sith Lord in the original trilogy of films, and has become a coveted piece of cinematic history.

The lightsaber, which was sold by Prop Store, had been estimated to fetch between $1.5 million and $2 million, but ended up surpassing all expectations. Bidders from around the world participated in the auction, with the winning bid ultimately coming from an anonymous collector.

This sale comes on the heels of another recent auction where a lightsaber prop used in the filming of Indiana Jones sold for over $3.6 million. The growing popularity and demand for movie memorabilia has driven prices to new heights, making items like Darth Vader's lightsaber incredibly valuable to collectors.

Fans of the Star Wars franchise and movie memorabilia enthusiasts alike are eagerly awaiting the next opportunity to own a piece of cinematic history at auction. The allure of owning a piece of movie magic, such as Darth Vader's lightsaber, continues to captivate audiences worldwide.