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Vintage Brazilian Piranha Fish Display-Genuine Preserved Specimen/Brazil circa 1990
A fascinating vintage souvenir from Brazil
Offered is an unusual and highly collectible vintage preserved piranha fish display, purchased in Brazil approximately 35 years ago
The genuine preserved piranha is presented inside a clear protective plastic display enclosure measuring approximately 5 inches in diameter. An original Brazilian label remains visible inside the enclosure, adding an especially nice touch of provenance to this unusual piece.
The product has been preserved with itd characteristic large eye, powerful jaws and unmistakable rows of sharp, triangular teeth. It makes a wonderfully distinctive display piece for collectors of Brazilian souvenirs, Amazonia, natural history, curiosities, taxidermy, unusual fish, specimens, and conversation pieces.
Details
Item /preserved piranha fish display
Origin-Brazil
Age approximately 35 years old circa early 1990s
Overall displayed diameter approximately 5 inches
Material -genuine preserved fish in protected plastic display enclosure
Species -piranha exact species is not professionally identified
Original Brazil label -present
Condition -vintage condition with expected signs of handling, please examine all photographs carefully
A great conversation piece
This is a type of unusual travel souvenir that is becoming increasingly difficult to find with its original presentation and country of origin label intact
The dramatic teeth and unmistakable appearance of the piranha make it an eye catching addition to curio cabinet, office, library, game room, natural history collection, or eclectic display.
It would also make an excellent gift for someone fascinated by Brazil, the Amazon, unusual wildlife specimens, or vintage travel memorabilia
Condition
Please study all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description.
The fish is a vintage preserved natural specimen, and therefore exhibits the characteristics consistent with its age and method of preservation. The plastic enclosure also shows some surface scratching/scuffing from decades of storage and handling.
The Brazilian label is still present, which is a particularly desirable feature.
A genuinely unusual vintage Brazilian souvenir with an unmistakable appearance and original Brazil identification label.
