Ultra-Rare 1946 Flamingo Hotel Porcelain VIP Statue ? Opening Night Bugsy Siegel Collectible Own a true Las Vegas time capsule ? an original 1946 Flamingo Hotel VIP porcelain flamingo statue, given exclusively to high-profile guests on the historic opening night of the Flamingo Hotel Casino, December 26, 1946. Commissioned by mobster Benjamin ?Bugsy? Siegel himself, this hand-painted porcelain sculpture was crafted by the renowned Will-George Ceramics of California as a luxury gift for 200 elite guests in attendance. These pieces were part of Siegel?s vision to launch the Flamingo as the first luxury resort on the Las Vegas Strip, blending Hollywood glamour with high-stakes gaming. This rare flamingo statue embodies that moment in time ? where organized crime, celebrity, and the neon future of Las Vegas all collided. Key Features: Authentic 1946 Flamingo Hotel opening night collectible Commissioned by Bugsy Siegel, legendary figure in Mafia and Vegas history Crafted by Will-George Ceramics, known for fine porcelain art Only 200 ever made ? extremely few survive today Museum-quality Las Vegas memorabilia Stunning vintage condition, especially rare for its age Why This Piece Matters: Original Flamingo memorabilia from the Siegel Era (1946?1947) is exceptionally rare and highly sought after by collectors of Las Vegas casino history, mob-era artifacts, and vintage hotel collectibles. Of the 200 sculptures created, many were damaged or lost over the decades, making surviving examples almost impossible to find. This is not just a collectible ? it's a historic artifact tied to the very birth of the modern Las Vegas Strip, created under the direction of one of the most infamous figures in American organized crime. A true conversation piece with investment-grade value. Perfect For: High-end Las Vegas memorabilia collectors Mafia history and Bugsy Siegel enthusiasts Vintage casino and hotel memorabilia collections Museums, exhibits, or premium decor with a story Don?t miss your chance to own one of the rarest pieces of Vegas history. Items from the Flamingo?s grand opening night almost never come up for sale ? this is an opportunity to secure a piece of the legend.