Vintage 1980 Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back Chewbacca Metal Pencil Case Appraisal

Vintage 1980 Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back - Chewbacca Metal Pencil Case

A rectangular, double-sided vintage metal lithograph pencil case featuring imagery from the 1980 film 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back'. The item is constructed of lightweight tin/steel with a hinged opening. One side displays a clear, full-body photographic image of the character Chewbacca standing against a white background. The opposing side features a dark navy or black 'starfield' pattern scattered with white dots, prominently displaying the 'The Empire Strikes Back' logo in blue and red. Small copyright text along the hinge line identifies the manufacturer or licensing as 'TM & © LFL 1980' and 'Made in England', likely produced by Metal Box Ltd or a similar UK-based manufacturer during the film's original release cycle. Conditions show moderate signs of age and use: significant paint chipping and shelf wear are visible along the edges and hinges, revealing the underlying silver-toned metal. There are light surface scratches and minor scuffs consistent with a school supply item from the late 20th century. The interior, though partially obscured, appears to be an unpainted reflective metal. No major dents are immediately visible in this view, though the patina suggests a long history of handling.