In a few short weeks, Star Wars fans will proclaim May the Fourth be with you, but in advance of Star Wars Day, celebrated on Sunday, May 4, they can claim their own piece of franchise history. Heritage Auctions has launched its May 4 Star Wars Day Entertainment SignatureAuction, featuring more than 300 lots ranging from original movie posters to screen-used props, high-end replicas, toys, comics and artwork. The auction includes some of the rarest of Star Wars treasures from across the entire franchise. Leading the fleet is the Star Wars Sears Exclusive Set of 12 Carded Figures (AFA Q-70+), the only graded example in existence. This legendary 1979 Kenner Canada release features 12 factory-sealed figures, including Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader and Princess Leia in their original bilingual packaging. Equally rare is the Star Wars Sears Exclusive Set of 9 Carded Figures (AFA Q-70), which includes the highly coveted Boba Fett on a Star Wars card. These sets, authenticated by industry expert Tom Derby and AFA, are expected to surpass six figures at auction. Collectors also have a shot at winningthe Star Wars Peach Boba Fett First Shot Figure (AFA 85), a preproduction prototype that is the only graded example known to exist. These sets represent a pivotal moment in cinematic history and were among the earliest opportunities fans had to bring the Star Wars universe into their home, mentioned Justin Caravoulias, Heritages Consignment Director of Action Figures and Toys. Finding them in such incredible condition is exceptionally rare, and the opportunity to win treasures like these on May 4 makes this auction even more special. The auction also features 20 pieces of original artwork from the early days of Lucas Film, including signed Star Wars Droids C-3PO Original Line Artby award-winning artist Alice Carter. As the only known surviving packaging illustration from Kenners 1985 Droids toy line, Carters dynamic depiction of C-3PO and R2-D2 in peril embodies the adventurous spirit of the animated series. Also gracing the auction block are John Alvins original concept paintings for theunreleased Star Wars Concert Series poster, Greg Hildebrandts strikingportrait of Darth Vaders funeral pyre maskand Olivia De Berardinis breathtakingGrogu paintingimmortalizing the galaxys most beloved foundling. This auction is a dream for Star Wars fans and collectors alike, added Caravoulias. The forces vying for treasures like Pedro Pascals Mandalorian helmet will be strong. Collectors celebrating May 4 also can bid on a lineup of original movie posters, headlined bythe Star Wars(1977) 24-sheet billboard poster featuring Tom Jungs iconic artwork. At 104-by-232 inches, this mammoth 12-panel display was designed for outdoor billboards, and few remain intact today. Equally rare isJohn Alvins Revenge of the Jediconcept sketch, a stunning relic from a brief moment in Star Warslore before George Lucas famously changed the films title to Return of the Jedito better reflect Jedi philosophy. Another highlight is the 2024 Topps Star Wars Galactic Antiquities Autograph Book Card (1/1), a once-in-a-lifetime trading card featuring the signatures of seven legendary actors from the original trilogy, including Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford. To learn more, visit www.HA.com..