Vintage Italian Sterling Silver Gyro Gearloose Figurine, Tuscany, Italy, 1980s

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Rare vintage miniature sculpture packed with pure pop culture, depicting Gyro Gearloose ("Archimede Pitagorico" in Italian), the legendary Disney character, … Read more Rare vintage miniature sculpture packed with pure pop culture, depicting Gyro Gearloose ("Archimede Pitagorico" in Italian), the legendary Disney character, handmade in Italy between the 1980s and 1990s in genuine solid Sterling Silver (925/000) with enamel details.

A true collector’s piece. The figure is incredibly detailed and has an impressive presence despite its compact size, made even stronger by the rich enamel work.

Gyro is shown in a brilliant, highly narrative scene: focused and fully in “inventor mode”, holding a book titled “Il Volo” (“Flight”), as if studying the perfect way to take off, while wearing a propelling device on his back.

Between sterling silver, enamel, and Italian craftsmanship, this miniature is a serious little gem for real Disney collectors.

A perfect item for Disney collectors, lovers of vintage Italian enameled miniatures, or anyone looking for a rare vintage silver piece with an instantly iconic subject.

Main details:

Disney Gyro Gearloose enameled miniature in solid Sterling Silver (925/000)
Estimated period: 1980s to 1990s
Weight: 32.09 g (1.132 oz / 1.03 t oz)
Hallmarked 925 with the Italian silversmith code
Origin: Arezzo (AR), Tuscany, Italy
Measurements: 5 cm height x 1.7 cm width x 3.1 cm depth
Depicted reading a book titled “Il Volo”

Additional benefits:

• Extremely rare and highly collectible Disney character
• Enamel details that enhance the figure’s features
• High quality Italian craftsmanship
• Solid miniature with excellent weight presence
• Unique piece that stands out instantly in any collection See less