LEGO 10188 Death Star is a Star Wars set from 2008 currently valued at $1,050 for new and sealed sets. Originally retailing for $399.99, the set has gained 163% in value since retiring in December 2015, with annual appreciation averaging 9.67%. On the used market, values range from $580 to $776 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $897 and $1,100.
LEGO 10188 Death Star is a Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series set released in 2008, containing 3803 pieces and 24 minifigures. The multi-level Death Star model recreates numerous scenes with functional elements, including the Superlaser control room, the Emperor’s throne room, and the detention block. The character lineup features Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Darth Vader, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Chewbacca, R2-D2, C-3PO, Grand Moff Tarkin, Darth Sidious, Stormtroopers, Royal Guards, and several droids such as R2-Q5, the IT-O Interrogation Droid, and a Mouse Droid, along with a brick-built Dianoga.
The set depicts locations from both the Death Star in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope and the Death Star II from Return of the Jedi. It was later re-released with updates as 75159 The Death Star in 2016.
A new and sealed Death Star is currently valued at around $1,050, with annual growth of approximately 6%. The average used price is $647 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $984 to $1,200. Based on current trends, this set could be valued near $1,143 within the next year. The set was available for 90 months, from June 2008 to December 2015.