Star Wars Princess Leia Endor First Shot Figure AFA 80 ** POP 1 Highest Grade ** (Kenner, 1984)....

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Star Wars Princess Leia Endor First Shot Figure AFA 80 ** POP 1 Highest Grade ** (Kenner, 1984). At the height of Star Wars mania, when the galaxy far, far away dominated pop culture with an unstoppable force, Kenner was busy shaping the dreams of an entire generation. The Return of the Jedi toy line, released in the early '80s, wasn't just a collection of action figures-it was a gateway to endless adventures in living rooms across the world. Among these treasures, the Star Wars Leia Endor Painted First Shot figure, released by Kenner in 1984, stands as a rare glimpse into the preproduction magic behind the toy empire.

A true behind-the-scenes artifact, this first shot prototype reveals Kenner's meticulous development process. Unlike the typical unpainted test shots molded in random colors, this version was fully painted to evaluate color accuracy, durability, and consistency before mass production. Used for internal approvals, photography, or trade show displays, this figure represents a pivotal step in bringing Leia's Endor look to life. This loose vintage figure features a Hong Kong (HK) COO stamp and a light brown hair variation, encased in acrylic and graded AFA 80 NM. As the only AFA-graded example known, it stands alone as a POP 1 with none higher-a truly elite piece of Star Wars history, complete with an official certificate of authenticity from AFA.

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