Princess Leia's iconic gold bikini from Star Wars was recently sold at auction for £136,000.

Carrie Fisher's iconic portrayal of Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise is still remembered and celebrated by fans all over the world. One of her most famous scenes is in the 1983 film Return of the Jedi, where she is seen wearing a gold bikini-style costume while being held captive by the alien monster Jabba the Hutt. This costume has become a trivia favorite and has now made headlines again as it was recently sold at an auction for an impressive £136,000.

For those who may not be familiar, Princess Leia is captured by Jabba after attempting to rescue her love interest, Han Solo, played by Harrison Ford. In an epic moment, Leia ultimately strangles Jabba with the very chain that bound her, all while wearing the iconic gold bikini. It was a memorable and somewhat controversial scene due to the sexualized nature of the costume.

In a 2016 interview with NPR, Fisher revealed that she initially thought director George Lucas was joking when he showed her the costume. She also admitted that she felt "nearly naked", which was not her usual style, and it made her feel quite nervous. The outfit was designed by Star Wars concept sculptor Richard Miller and includes a bikini top, bikini plates, hip rings, an armlet, and a bracelet.

The gold bikini was recently sold at the Heritage Auctions in Dallas, with the company confirming the news on their social media. The garment was accompanied by a signed letter of authenticity from Lorne Peterson, a veteran of 33 years at Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) who hired Miller to create Leia's iconic costume.

But the gold bikini wasn't the only Star Wars item that was sold at the auction. A miniature Y-Wing starfighter, famously "flown" by Gold Leader in the original Star Wars film, was also up for bidding. After a fierce competition, the miniature sold for a whopping £1.21 million, making it one of the most expensive Star Wars collectibles ever sold.

The legacy of Carrie Fisher and her beloved character Princess Leia continues to live on, even after her passing in 2016. The gold bikini costume, along with other iconic items from the Star Wars franchise, serves as a reminder of the impact and influence of the beloved film series.

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