Isn't it great that we live in America where it's okay to charge 99 dollars for an 8 inch tall, illuminated, resin scupture of the Statue of Liberty?
Today's post is on Freedom's Light Endures, from The Bradford Exchange. This sculpture is supposed to "capture all the timeless details of the Statue of Liberty" while being a "tribute to the 10th anniversary of 9/11." "A handcrafted, illuminated sculpture embraced by a REAL FABRIC American flag", this statue also "lights up with changing colors of red, white, and blue!"
I was reading these statements, thinking that absolutely no one is going to pay that much for a resin copy of Lady Liberty, when I came to this: "A portion of the proceeds will be donated to support families of emergency responders who died in service." Hmm, I'm a little curious about what the percentage will be.
So here's what I think. I believe that some people are going to look at this, scoff at the price, roll their eyes at the light-up factor, and then place an order when they read about the donation. Come on people! Instead of buying the statue, write a $99 check to one of the charities at: http://www.sheckys.com/2010/09/10/911-charities-that-help-us-never-forget/ Your money will go to better use.
What do you think of this statue? Is it crap or treasure?
I say half and half.
ReplyDeleteI would have to agree with you. It's nice that they give away some of the money, but the statue is sooo cheesy and overpriced.
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