Franklin Mint – Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing – Bleikristallglas mit 22K Gold - Glasfabrik Hofbauer Deutschland - Sculpture, "La Mercedes Papillon 1954" Sonderedition - 18 cm - 22kt gold - 1989

Franklin Mint – Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing "Papillon" scale 1:24 – lead crystal glass sculpture with 22K real gold plating/ galvanization.

A truly beautiful and highly collectible Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing sculpture from Franklin Mint, crafted from crystal-clear high-quality lead crystal glass in a fine-matte and high-gloss polished finish, refined with elegant 22-karat gold-plating decorative elements.

This exceptional interpretation of the legendary Mercedes 300 SL Gullwing combines the timeless elegance of one of the most iconic sports cars of the 1950s with the luxurious craftsmanship for which Franklin Mint is renowned worldwide.

The model details:
clear lead crystal glass body
22K gold-plated roof section including the gullwing doors (gold hardtop can be removed, I have not tried it myself yet)
22K gold-plated front and rear bumpers
22K gold-plated steering wheel
detailed gullwing doors "Papillon"
beautifully shaped body lines
elegant and luxurious presentation
includes a rare Belgian original accompanying booklet/certificate, in French.
Made in Germany sticker, because lead crystal was manufactured in Germany for Franklin Mint, USA
signed and embossed below with copyright 89 FM (c 1989 Franklin Mint)
All marks, symbols, proofs and indicators that absolute authenticity and originality prevail.