Is the MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv) rare?
Only 4 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv), suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 6-May-20.
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Common questions about the MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv) from Hot Toys (6-May-20).
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Only 4 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv), suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 6-May-20.
The MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv) originally retailed for $285.00. Live secondary-market data isn't indexed yet — check eBay sold listings for current value.
I cannot verify the authenticity of a specific physical item without inspecting it in person. To authenticate your Hot Toys MMS 572 Darth Vader, check the packaging for the official Hot Toys logo, a valid UPC, and a certificate of authenticity, and compare the figure's paint application, sculpt details, and articulation against verified images from the manufacturer. If the item lacks these standard markers or appears poorly made, it may be a counterfeit.
The MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv) was released in 6-May-20 by Hot Toys.
The Hot Toys MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniversary) is no longer in print and is not available to buy new from the manufacturer. As a limited-edition figure released in May 2020 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of *Star Wars: A New Hope*, it has been discontinued. Collectors seeking this item must look for used or pre-owned copies on the secondary market.
To grade the Hot Toys MMS 572 Darth Vader, you should submit the figure to a professional third-party grading service such as PSA, which will assign a numerical score based on the condition of the sculpt, paint, and accessories. For a self-condition check, inspect the figure under bright light for paint chips, scratches, or molding defects, and verify that all included accessories, such as the lightsaber and display stand, are present and undamaged. Note that the provided UPC and SKU appear to be placeholders, so you should verify the specific product details against the original packaging to ensure you are evaluating the correct 40th Anniversary variant.
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4 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 572 Darth Vader (40th Anniv) Hot Toys (6-May-20).