Action Figure Name: Han Solo
Han Solo
Collector's Notes for a vintage Star Wars Han Solo Action Figure:
One of the biggest points of consideration on a vintage Han Solo figure is if it's Big Head or Small Head Han.
Small Head Han was an earlier release that was phased out, as such, they are fewer and tend to cost a bit more - though a pristine Big Head Han can hit a similarly high price point, so condition carries a LOT of weight.
There is also a "Painted Leg" Small Head Han whose legs are molded in white plastic and painted black. These are sought after by variation collectors and can fetch a better price when marketed right - though many get picked up unnoticed because it's not a detail a lot of sellers are aware of. You can tell if you have this variant if their are scratches in the leg paint that show white, or if you can see white when looking in the foot peg holes.
The terms Big Head and Small Head can be a little misleading, the actual head sizes aren't that different. I think a more appropriate phrasing would be "Block Head" and "Bulb Head" - Small Head Han seems blockier to me, and Big Head Han I'd describe more as bulbous. Or maybe even better: Widow's Peak and Bowl Cut Han! Here you can see the difference:
There is also a "Painted Leg" Small Head Han whose legs are molded in white plastic and painted black. These are sought after by variation collectors and can fetch a better price when marketed right - though many get picked up unnoticed because it's not a detail a lot of sellers are aware of. You can tell if you have this variant if their are scratches in the leg paint that show white, or if you can see white when looking in the foot peg holes.
The terms Big Head and Small Head can be a little misleading, the actual head sizes aren't that different. I think a more appropriate phrasing would be "Block Head" and "Bulb Head" - Small Head Han seems blockier to me, and Big Head Han I'd describe more as bulbous. Or maybe even better: Widow's Peak and Bowl Cut Han! Here you can see the difference:
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Current pricing on the Han Solo Action Figure
How much is a vintage Star Wars Han Solo Action Figure worth?Currency is set to:
The below ranks are from high to low for loose complete figures. The highest priced figure would be ranked #1, etc.
The Han Solo action figure is one of the more expensive figures (top third). Rank: 33/101
This figure has a high number of sales (top third - many available). Rank: 18/101
This figure gets a high number of bids at auction (top third - desirable). Rank: 28/101
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A Loose Incomplete Han Solo is worth on average $13.56 as of 7/19/2024. In poor condition, it is closer to $6.21, while excellent condtion examples are closer to $22.95. (click here see the sold listings)
A Loose Complete Han Solo is worth on average $45.26 as of 7/19/2024. In poor condition, it is closer to $22.55, while excellent condtion examples are closer to $76.25. (click here see the sold listings)
A Carded Han Solo is worth on average $632.76 as of 7/19/2024. In poor condition, it is closer to $319.91, while excellent condtion examples are closer to $1,218.71. (click here see the sold listings)
A Graded Han Solo is worth on average $155.10 as of 7/19/2024. In poor condition, it is closer to $96.17, while excellent condtion examples are closer to $233.68. (click here see the sold listings)
A On Card Graded Han Solo is worth on average $1,077.23 as of 7/19/2024. In poor condition, it is closer to $475.44, while excellent condtion examples are closer to $2,056.00. (click here see the sold listings)
A Mail Away/Sealed Bag Han Solo is worth on average $176.00 as of 7/19/2024. In poor condition, it is closer to $137.50, while excellent condtion examples are closer to $198.75. (click here see the sold listings)
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Price Table
Pricing Across Common Han Solo Action Figures
For general pricing purposes, we tally both Big Head and Small Head Hans together. Small Head Hans are a bit more valuable, but they are still fairly common.
How much is a vintage Star Wars Han Solo Action Figure worth?
| Low Price (Poor Cond) | Avg Price | High Price (Great Cond) | Avg # Bids | Total Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loose Incomplete | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 6.21 | 13.56 | 22.95 | 4 | 118 |
| Loose Complete | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 22.55 | 45.26 | 76.25 | 13 | 176 |
| Carded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 319.91 | 632.76 | 1,218.71 | 22 | 17 |
| Graded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 96.17 | 155.10 | 233.68 | 18 | 54 |
| On Card Graded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 475.44 | 1,077.23 | 2,056.00 | 25 | 11 |
| Mail Away/Sealed Bag | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 137.50 | 176.00 | 198.75 | 14 | 6 |
Pricing Variant 1 - Big Head Han Solo
"Big Head" Han Solo is the more common variation, and will typically drive a lower value.
How much is a vintage Star Wars Big Head Han Solo Action Figure worth?
| Low Price (Poor Cond) | Avg Price | High Price (Great Cond) | Avg # Bids | Total Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loose Incomplete | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 5.63 | 10.53 | 16.49 | 4 | 76 |
| Loose Complete | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 20.11 | 34.11 | 52.00 | 11 | 99 |
| Carded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 296.12 | 457.50 | 739.01 | 18 | 11 |
| Graded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 93.65 | 134.44 | 181.80 | 17 | 30 |
| On Card Graded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 430.91 | 772.44 | 1,345.39 | 23 | 8 |
| Mail Away/Sealed Bag | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 137.50 | 172.20 | 200.00 | 12 | 5 |
Pricing Variant 2 - Small Head Han Solo
"Small Head" Han Solo is easy to find, but not as common as his "Big Headed" brother. When his paint is worn, his value can drop significantly. When his paint is good, he can fetch a pretty hefty price at auction.
How much is a vintage Star Wars Small Head Han Solo Action Figure worth?
| Low Price (Poor Cond) | Avg Price | High Price (Great Cond) | Avg # Bids | Total Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loose Incomplete | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 9.14 | 18.89 | 30.34 | 5 | 41 |
| Loose Complete | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 29.66 | 60.04 | 99.52 | 15 | 76 |
| Carded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 385.00 | 954.08 | 1,925.75 | 29 | 6 |
| Graded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 100.38 | 180.93 | 289.56 | 20 | 24 |
| On Card Graded | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 1,890.00 | 1,890.00 | 1,890.00 | 29 | 3 |
| Mail Away/Sealed Bag | ||||
| (click here see the sold listings) | ||||
| 195.00 | 195.00 | 195.00 | 23 | 1 |
Last updated 7/19/2024
Pricing data is based on recently completed online auctions. The data is currated to ensure quality, so there were likely more actual auctions for this figure - we do our best to exclude: figures that are in rough shape, figures that have reproduction accessories, figures that have an incorrect accessory, auctions by sellers known to sell reproduction items, as well as other criteria.
Accessories
Han Solo has the following accessories (click item for details):
Rebel Blaster -Blue/BlackCardbacks
If you collect carded figures, the general trend is that the earlier the card, the more valuable the figure will be - though there are special cases where alternative cards such as foreign labels might fetch more money. The Han Solo Action Figure is on the following cardbacks:
First Twelve
20 Figure Cardback
21 Figure Card Back
31 Figure Cardback
32 Figure Card Back
41 Figure Cardback
45 Figure Cardback
47 Figure Cardback
48 Figure Card Back
65 Figure Card Back
77 Figure Card Back
79 Figure Cardback
92 Figure Card BackVariations
One thing ALL collectors can agree on is that there is more than one way to define a "variation". While Variant Villain is often considered the top variation resource, there are often other resources worth checking too. We recommend the following sites for Han Solo action figure variation information. (The following buttons will open these external sites in a new tab/window.)Advice for selling a vintage Han Solo Action Figure: (see next section for general selling advice.)
No specific advice for selling a Han Solo figure. See General Sellers Advice section below.
General advice for selling vintage Star Wars collectibles:
The following suggestions are intended to help you get the best price possible for the figure you are trying to sell, whether you are selling on eBay, Mercari, or any other online platform.
Best Platforms for Selling Vintage Star Wars Action Figures
Every platform has its advantages. If you have a solid brand built in a particular platform - you should definitely sell there. In general, our top pick is eBay. Yes, we are an eBay affiliate, but eBay is a solid, reputable platform that has been around as long as e-commerce. People trust it, and it has solid protections for sellers and buyers. Other platforms like FaceBook Market Place, Mercari, Etsy, and even Poshmark are all solid platforms, but most sellers do not rely on any one of them singly. Often, if you find a listing on one of these platforms, it is likely cross-listed on eBay. So if you are looking to post on a single online platform, eBay is our top recommendation. For local sales, FaceBook Market Place and Craigslist are your best bets. Facebook will probably get you a larger audience, but Craigslist still attracts a large group of people that shy away from social media.Tips For Listing Vintage Star Wars Action Figures Online
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Take clear, close-up photos of the figure, including the following:
- Full body from the front, back, sides AND top.
- Close ups of the accessory/weapon, by itself, from both sides.
- Take photos of any damaged areas, including scratches, rubbed off paint, or discoloration.
- Take photos of the figure standing without help of a stand if you can to demonstrate the tightness of the legs.
- Take photos of the figure with arms extended to demonstrate the tightness of the arms.
- Any the above photo suggestions can of course be combined to minimize the number of photos you need to take/upload. Consider an action pose of the figure from an angle, with weapon in hand, and the head pointed at the camera. This demonstrates a number of traits while at the same time making a cool main photo.
- If the arms and/or legs are loose, disclose that in the listing.
- If there is any damage or discoloration, disclose that in the listing.
- DO NOT buy reproduction weapons to sell with a figure to make them "look complete". Collectors do NOT want reproduction items and your reputation can be ruined for selling them. Do your best to verify the weapon with resources like The Imperial Gunnery. If you can't verify it, mention that in the listing. The more effort you put into knowing the product, the more trust you will earn from the buyers!
- DO NOT post a figure with a vintage accessory that does not go with it and claim that's it's "100% original". Even if the accessory is an original, if it doesn't go to the figure - no one wants to buy it that way. You are better off listing the accessory separately.
- Avoid using the phrase "No Repro" in the listing to try to indicate that it's all original. Many serious collectors have advanced searches that they use, and frequently block "repro" in the search. So, even though you have a "no" in there, you may be losing some of your audience. Instead, use phrases like "100% original" or "complete and all original vintage accessories".
- Do NOT post fuzzy or out of focus pictures. Buyers will likely think that you either don't know what you are doing, or that you are trying to hide something about the figure.
- You do not need fancy cameras to take good pictures for your posting. An older cell phone can often take perfect photos. If you are having trouble getting a clear shot, consider getting or making a simple mount for your phone. This will hold it steady for you while you make sure it gets in focus.
