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NEW IN BOX AND REMOVED ONLY FOR INSPECTION AND PICTURESBox Is Dirty From Being In StorageINFORMATION BELOW FOUND WHILE RESEARCHING THIS PIECEThe Minas Tirith sculpture was released by the Danbury Mint in 2001. It is a highly detailed, hand-painted replica of the iconic fortress city from J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. The sculpture stands 14 inches tall and features a total of 17 different tiers, each one carefully crafted to capture the look and feel of the city as it appears in the books.According to the Danbury Mint website, the Minas Tirith sculpture was "painstakingly crafted by skilled artisans, with each of its 17 levels individually cast and hand-painted for exceptional accuracy and detail." The sculpture is made from a combination of resin and porcelain materials and is mounted on a sturdy base for display.The Minas Tirith sculpture was a limited-edition item, with only 9,500 pieces produced worldwide. Each sculpture was individually numbered and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.I apologize, but I do not have any information on how many artists were involved in the creation of the Minas Tirith sculpture by the Danbury Mint. However, given the level of detail and craftsmanship involved in its production, it is likely that multiple artists and craftsmen were involved in the creation of this collectible. The sculpture was described as "painstakingly crafted by skilled artisans," indicating that a team of talented individuals contributed to its design and production. Unfortunately, I could not find any information about the number of hours it took to create the Minas Tirith sculpture by the Danbury Mint. However, it is safe to assume that the creation of such a highly detailed and intricate sculpture would have taken a considerable amount of time, likely involving hundreds of hours of work by skilled craftsmen and artisans. Given the complexity of the design and the level of detail in the finished product, it is clear that a great deal of care and attention went into creating this collectible. FREE SHIPPING (Condition: Brand New)

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