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An incredible, highly collectible 6-piece lot of authentic vintage sci-fi and news magazines published in 1980 specifically for the theatrical release of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back!
Sourced directly from an estate storage box. Features legendary covers with Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Yoda, R2-D2, C-3PO, and Boba Fett!
Lot Includes:
TIME Magazine (May 19, 1980): Famous Darth Vader cover ("The Empire Strikes Back! Archvillain Darth Vader"). Original 1980 issue.
Starlog #35 (June 1980): "Darth Vader Returns!" cover feature with Empire Strikes Back photo section and Billy Dee Williams interview.
Questar Magazine (August 1980): Outstanding painted Empire Strikes Back cover featuring Boba Fett, Vader, Yoda, and Luke Skywalker on a Tauntaun.
US Magazine (July 22, 1980): Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker cover ("The Good Guys of Star Wars").
Fantastic Films #17 (July 1980): Collector's Edition featuring R2-D2 and C-3PO on the Hoth cover + John Carpenter interview (The Fog).
Fantastic Films #16 (May 1980): Collector's Edition featuring Saturn 3 robot cover + Jack Kirby Lord of Light feature.
Condition:
Pre-owned - Very Good vintage condition. Given that these are 46-year-old original paper items, they show light age-appropriate cover wear and soft corner creasing, but covers remain vivid with intact spines and complete interior pages. TIME magazine features its original 1980 subscriber label. Please inspect all detailed photos for exact condition.
