Meet Paul Chu: Inside the Collection
May the Force be with you, always.
May. 3, 2026
Paul Chu’s Star Wars collection is otherworldly — like something from a galaxy far, far away. As a kid, he owned Star Wars toys but sold them to help pay for tuition and dental school. After becoming a dentist, he began rebuilding that galaxy, tracking down the collectibles he once had.
Today, his collection spans rare finds and one-of-a-kind treasures.
What started as childhood fandom has grown into a full-blown collecting empire. It's proof that the Force is strong with this one. And like any great saga, his story brings fans of all generations together.
Take a look!
1. Star Wars Concept Art Board
This conceptual art board was created for Star Wars X-wing fighter toy packaging. Paul acquired it from a former employee of Kenner Products, the company behind the original toys.
Before production, packaging designs had to be created by hand. This piece features hand-drawn illustrations of Yoda, Jabba the Hutt and an Ewok.
The toy itself was never produced, making this artwork especially rare.
Created in 1985, the piece may have come with a hefty price tag, but today it’s worth an even more out-of-this-world sum. According to our expert, its value is estimated at $20,000.
It’s proof that sometimes the Force works in mysterious ways.
2. Lili Ledy Figures
While Kenner Products distributed the Star Wars line in the United States, Lili Ledy produced Star Wars figures in Mexico.
Most Mexican releases are tied to Return of the Jedi, making this The Empire Strikes Back line especially unusual.
What makes these truly special is their near-myth status among collectors. For years, the card back was little more than a rumor... until examples finally surfaced. In other words, these finds are the stuff of legend... and the kind of discovery that would make any collector feel like they’ve struck gold in a galaxy far, far away.
Paul paid around $50,000 for the set of three. Today, our expert believes they could be worth about $150,000 if sold together.
3. Star Wars Photo Art
These are beautiful pieces of Star Wars photo art, featuring production stills from the films. They were sent to Kenner Products, where they were adapted into packaging designs for the figures.
The set features the Tusken Raider from Star Wars: A New Hope, the Snowtrooper from The Empire Strikes Back, and the Gamorrean Guard from Return of the Jedi.
All three were rescued from the trash by a former Kenner employee — proof that one person’s trash can truly become another’s treasure.
Now about 50 years old, these one-of-a-kind pieces highlight how much priceless art was saved from being lost to time. Talk about a rescue mission worthy of the Rebel Alliance.
According to our expert, the trio would be worth around $250,000 today. A picture may be worth a thousand words — but in this case, it’s worth a few thousand worlds.
4. Uzay Turkey Headman Figure
This is a Turkish-made figure from the Uzay line, produced by an individual who manufactured toys out of his garage under the name Uzay.
This garage-made piece is one of the rarest figures in an already scarce line. The design is based on the Emperor’s Royal Guard from Return of the Jedi.
These figures are highly sought after by collectors, largely because of their unique card packaging, which playfully mimics the Star Wars branding.
Paul’s example is especially significant, as it is believed to be the only complete version known, with both the card back and figure intact.
Today, it is estimated to be worth around $100,000.
5. Uncut Proof Card Backs
This is an uncut sheet of proof cards featuring eight different characters. The color bars were used by printers to ensure the colors matched properly and were rich enough for production.
Having an uncut sheet is rare, as many were later cut apart and sold individually for a higher profit.
Today, it is valued at around $30,000 — a true collector’s piece that proves sometimes it pays not to cut corners.
6. Rocket-Firing Boba Fett Figure
This item is one of the most expensive ever featured on Collector’s Call — a true Holy Grail filled with the Force.
This is the rocket-firing Boba Fett figure, one of the most iconic and sought-after pieces in Star Wars collecting.
Originally marketed as a figure with a firing rocket, safety concerns over the projectile led toy companies to reconsider. The item was ultimately pulled before a full release.
As a result, this is believed to be the only carded rocket-firing Boba Fett in existence. It was a Kenner Products display prototype, making it the real deal and one of the rarest pieces ever produced. While it never saw a full public release, about 100 prototypes were made and kept by Kenner employees.
Paul values it not just for its rarity, but for what it represents. It's a unique piece of toy history with an unforgettable backstory.
According to our expert, it is valued at around $10 million.
7. The total value of Paul’s Star Wars collection:
