Star Wars Darth Vader 12-Back A, AFA 80 (Kenner, 1978)....

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Star Wars Darth Vader 12-Back A, AFA 80 (Kenner, 1978). One of the most iconic figures in the history of toy collecting, this original 12-Back A Darth Vader marks the Dark Lord's debut release in Kenner's groundbreaking 1978 Star Wars line. The 12-Back card style represents the earliest wave of Star Wars action figures to ever reach store shelves, and Vader stood tall among them, quickly becoming a must-have centerpiece for fans of the saga and collectors alike. This example is graded AFA 80 NM, with subgrades of C80 B80 F85, making it a strong high-grade representation of the figure's earliest packaging. The figure itself showcases the early sculpt that would define the character for generations. A landmark piece in vintage Star Wars history, this Darth Vader 12-Back A is a commanding addition to any classic trilogy display-an essential figure that helped launch the golden age of modern action figure collecting.

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