Crystar, Crystal Warrior, a fantasy-based comic book series published by Marvel in the early 1980s began the inspiration for Crystar toys. These toys first debuted throughout stores in 1982 and captivated fans all over the world. The toys’ multiple crystal transformations and posable possibilities took the interest of many fans. The toy company, Remco, created toys with imaginative design and detail. Although Crystar toys reached popularity initially, the toy line discontinued a couple years later in 1984. Since then, Crystar toys developed a nostalgic following, gaining popularity once again. These toys also hold high value through their rarity and unique designs. Follow along as we go through the Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys. All products and prices are found on Worthpoint.
10. Crystar Moltar Figure
Starting our list up at number 10, we have the 1982 Crystar Moltar Figure. This specific one released in Spain, as seen through the language on the cardboard backing. This figure appears bright orange and covered entirely in spikes, making his toughness clear to his opponents. The character also shows uniqueness through the bright colors and detailed pattern. Although many of Crystar’s figures appear transparent, the Moltar figure is entirely made up of a solid orange plastic. The Crystar comics show the character Moltar as Crystar’s brother. Together they lead the forces of good and triumph over evil. This Moltar figure appears in fairly good condition and still remains in the original sealed bubble packaging. It sold through eBay on August 1, 2023 for $200.
9. Crystar Lava Dragon
At number 9 on our Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys list, we have the 1982 Crystar Lava Dragon. This six inch tall by eight inch in length lava dragon also comes with a lava dragon warrior and weapon. The dragon itself features “gripping jaws” as seen on the box. This makes the lava dragon appear fierce through it’s open mouth and pose, ready to defend itself. As well as the dragon, the dragon warrior figure appears fierce and blends in well with the dragon. Both characters remain in their original packaging, with colors the same as the figures. The bright red and yellow on the packaging corresponds well with the toys and the box appears to be in good condition which adds to the toy’s value. This Crystar Lava Dragon toy sold on eBay on December 14, 2018 for $250.
8. Crystar Crystal Warrior Catapult Set
At 8th on our Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys list, we have the Crystar Crystal Warrior Catapult Set. The Crystal Warrior Catapult Set includes a green warrior figure as well as a net, sword, catapult, and three crystal boulders/ rocks. The figure, sword, and crystal boulders show the “crystal look” by their transparent design. Since they appear transparent and crystal-like, they display the uniqueness of Crystar’s designs. Both the net and catapult enhance imaginative play and allow the green Crystar figure to fight while launching crystal boulders at opponents. This Crystar Crystal Warrior Catapult Set remains unpackaged and in good condition. The bubble packaging also remains un-yellowed, making the set’s value much higher. This catapult set sold through eBay on November 7, 2019 for $294.99.
7. Saga of Crystar Warbow
Number 7 on this Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys list is the the 1982 Crystar Warbow figure. This figure appears entirely green and includes a vest, crossbow, and prisma crystal. The figure stands at 3 3/4 inches entirely transparent except for it’s eyepatch, armor, and shoes. As well as the accessories and weapons, the toy’s cardboard back features a mini comic. The comic mentions different characters through the Crystar story. The Crystar Warbow figure is a part of a subcategory series, Forces of Order, and also included in the previous playset mentioned on our list. The Forces of Order line on the cards means this Crystar Warrior stands as one of the good guys.
Since this figure still includes the carboard back and remains in fairly good condition, the value continues to rise. The figure is also very rare with the short release of the toy line. This 1982 Saga of Crystar Warbow action figure sold through eBay on August 22, 2023 for the high price of $299.99.
6. Crystar Crystal Dragon
Heading up at number 6 on our Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys list, we have the 1982 Crystar Crystal Dragon. This rare dragon from the Crystar toy line features the same transparent look that most of the other characters also feature. The Crystar Crystal Dragon also includes detachable wings to enhance the epic appearance of the character. The spiked design shown throughout the figure adds to both the fierceness of the dragon and the crystal appearance. The Crystar Crystal Dragon is quite rare and usually comes with one or both wings broken. Since this one includes both wings intact, it holds a high value. This dragon figure sold through eBay on April 4, 2023 for $405.
5. Crystar Crystal Warrior Battle Set
Now, reaching the top half of our list, at number 5 is the 1982 Crystar Crystal Warrior Battle Set. This set contains an array of accessories and weapons including the battle warrior figure, campfire, weapon rack, sword, shield, axe, club, spear, and star weapon. All pieces stayed in the sealed bubble packaging and the bubble itself isn’t super yellowed which helps raise the value of the playset. This playset also features a mini comic on the back explaining the Crystar storyline. Also on the back of the cardboard, the toy features the different playsets made to help explain the world of Crystar. This sealed epic 1982 Crystar Crystal Warrior Battle Set incudes all pieces as well as the cardboard back, all in good condition. It sold through eBay on November 11, 2023 for $499.99.
4. Crystar Crystal Catapult Shatterpult
At 4th on this Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys list we have the Crystar Crystal Catapult Shatterpult. This specific catapult model released in Italy, as shown in the language of the title and description on the packaging. Made from bright blue and green transparent plastic, the catapult also comes with two crystal boulders/ rocks of the same material. As well as the crystal boulders, the catapult also contains a rubber band, string, and a battering ram, allowing the catapult to actually launch the boulders. This catapult remains with it’s original packaging, still in great condition. This rare Italian Crystar Crystal Catapult Shatterpult sold through eBay on March 23, 2023 for $580.
3. The Saga of Crystar Catapult
Now at the top three on this Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys, we have another Crystar catapult. However, this one does not contain the same transparent look that the others do. This catapult, made up of red and black solid color plastic, also comes with multiple solid red boulders/ rocks. The toy still functions as a catapult and launches the boulders for epic play. This catapult also still stands in good condition. It later sold through eBay, more than 30 years after it’s release, on August 9, 2020 for $590.
2. Crystal Warrior Crystar Figure
Coming in 2nd, we have the Crystal Warrior Crystar Figure. This figure, clothed in bright red and transparent blue, also comes with a prisma crystal, shield, and sword. This figure remains sealed in it’s packaging and it’s packaging also remains clear, not yellowed. The cardboard backing still remains in good condition as well. The Crystar figure’s cardboard back also contains the mini comic explaining the storyline of the Crystar characters. Crystar here is the star of the toy line and comics of the same name. Crystar and his brother, Moltar, lead the forces of good together to triumph over evil. This figure sold for the high dollar of $1,899.99 on July 2, 2023 through eBay.
1. Crystar Castle Remco Playset
Reaching first on our Top 10 Expensive Crystar Toys list, we have the Crystar Castle Remco Playset. This playset, mostly made from a transparent plastic, corresponds with the storyline of the characters as well as the design through the crystal appearance. The castle features two deep blue levels with an outer platform on each and red doors. This castle remains in almost pristine condition, even though the playset released over 40 years ago. The plastic still remains intact and the colors still appear vibrant. This Crystar Castle Remco Playset sold for a whopping $2,000 through eBay on November 25, 2023.
Final Thoughts
Finally, the toys that came from the comics line hold great popularity and value. They still bring joy and nostalgia to fans all around the world. The crystal appearance to these toys creates a unique line of toys remembered by many.
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