MGM Lion bronze studio desk paperweight....

Description

MGM Lion bronze studio desk paperweight. (ca. 1930s-1940s) Vintage original cast bronze MGM lion paperweight measuring 5 x 3 x 2.5 in. and featuring the majestic mascot roaring from a rocky ledge. With raised text reading, "Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Lion, The Greatest Star on the Screen" embossed on both sides of the base and retaining detached, but present, green felt bottom. Made by the A. C. Rehrberger Co., Chicago, IL. Exhibiting age and patina. In vintage very good condition.

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