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Item Description:
Up for sale is an incredibly rare, museum-grade "time capsule" set featuring the official 1976 Metropolitan Museum of Art (MMA) "Treasures of Tutankhamun" miniature funerary mask replica.
This piece was issued during the legendary 1976–1979 US tour of King Tut’s tomb artifacts. Beautifully hand-sculpted by artist Obie Fisher (Model G2645), this piece is cast in pewter and electroplated in shimmering 24kt gold. It features a built-in bale loop on the back to be worn as an Egyptian Revival pendant necklace, or it can be proudly showcased as a miniature sculpture.
What sets this particular listing apart is its absolute completeness. It has been meticulously preserved with all its original components from 1979.
What’s Included:
- Authentic MMA 1976 Gold-Electroplated King Tut Mask Pendant/Miniature
- Original Clear Acrylic/Lucite Display Stand
- Original Teal "The Treasures of Tutankhamun" Gift Box (bearing the original store price sticker matching the receipt)
- Original Informational "Eye of Horus" Exhibition Pamphlet
- Original Obie Fisher Sculptor Insert Card
- ORIGINAL METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART CASH RECEIPT dated January 21, 1979!
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. The gold plating remains exceptionally bright and lustrous with minimal vintage patina on the reverse side. The acrylic stand is clean and sturdy with no cracks. The original teal cardboard box shows minor vintage edge/shelf wear consistent with age but remains structurally sound. The paperwork and original thermal cash receipt are fully intact and legible—a monumental find for serious collectors of museum replicas or Egyptian Revival history.
Measurements:
- Mask: Approx. 2.5" H x 1.75" W
- Total Height on Stand: Approx. 4" H
Shipping:
Ships quickly and securely packed in a sturdy box to preserve the structural integrity of the original packaging. Buy with confidence!