Is the MMS 495 Yoda rare?
Only 12 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 495 Yoda, suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 16-Jun-18.
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Common questions about the MMS 495 Yoda from Hot Toys (16-Jun-18).
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Only 12 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 495 Yoda, suggesting it's relatively scarce in tracked collections. It was released in 16-Jun-18.
The MMS 495 Yoda originally retailed for $189.00. Live secondary-market data isn't indexed yet — check eBay sold listings for current value.
Hot Toys does not publish a public database or certificate of authenticity for individual MMS figures, so you cannot verify a specific unit through a serial number. Authentication relies on inspecting the packaging for official Hot Toys branding, checking the figure's sculpt details against official product images, and confirming the presence of a valid UPC barcode on the box. If the item was purchased from an authorized retailer, it is considered genuine.
The MMS 495 Yoda was released in 16-Jun-18 by Hot Toys.
Hot Toys has discontinued the MMS 495 Yoda figure, so it is no longer in print or available new from the manufacturer. Collectors must purchase this item from secondary market resellers, where prices often exceed the original retail cost.
Examine the sculpt for cracks, particularly around the ears and hands, and inspect the fabric robe for stains or fraying at the hem. Verify that the LED eyes function correctly and that the included accessories, such as the lightsaber and walking stick, are present and undamaged. Check the base for scuffs or wear, as this figure is known to have some paint transfer on the robe upon initial unboxing.
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12 I Has Stuff collectors report owning the MMS 495 Yoda Hot Toys (16-Jun-18).