Ultra-rare one-of-a-kind set of 3 prototype die-cut store display standees created for the 1995 Star Wars Adventures book line — featuring original artwork by the late, legendary movie poster artist Drew Struzan (Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Back to the Future) R.I.P.
These prototypes were made for retail store promotions and were never mass-produced or sold to the public. Each one features stunning Struzan artwork and die-cut layers that create a dynamic 3D effect.
These pieces come directly from my uncle’s personal archives — he owned Rule One, a New Jersey steel rule die company that produced dies for Lucasfilm, Marvel Comics, and major record labels in the 1990s. Upon his retirement, I inherited these ultra-rare prototypes from his collection.
Star Wars: Dark Saber (1995) — 13 ¾” x 13 ¾”
Early teaser display for the Darksaber novel — the same weapon later featured in The Mandalorian! Features a Star Destroyer in 3D relief. Art by Drew Struzan.
Star Wars: The Crystal Star — 13 ¾” x 19 ⅛”
Features Luke Skywalker, with Struzan’s iconic cinematic style. Used as the back cover art for the novel.
Star Wars: The Paradise Snare — 13 ¾” x 17”
Featuring Han Solo, beautifully rendered in Struzan’s signature hand-painted realism.
These are authentic production prototypes used in the die-cutting process for Lucasfilm/Del Rey promotional materials in 1995. They were part of the pre-production phase to test alignment and cut quality before mass printing and assembly.
Excellent vintage condition for their age — stored flat for decades. Minor edge wear and surface marks consistent with prototypes, but overall crisp and display-worthy.
Art by Drew Struzan, the most iconic movie poster artist of our time
Features early Darksaber reference, decades before it appeared in The Mandalorian
Unreleased prototypes — virtually impossible to find
Direct lineage to the original production company (Rule One, NJ)
You will never find all three of these together again — especially not with direct provenance from the company that cut the dies for them. Frame them up and own a piece of Star Wars and Struzan history that none of your friends (or most collectors) have ever seen.