This lovely building belongs to a MEGA collector and past Dept 56 San Diego Chapter President who owns 6 complete villages and are just a few of the hundreds and hundreds of pieces that couldn't possibly all be displayed. So large a collection that there were many multiple purchases, pieces that have never been opened, or only displayed once. Such is the case with "Mainstreet Gift Shop #54887". It is brand new. In fact, I had to remove the tape and packing material to inspect the contents on this splendid building. It has a metal sign that reads "GCC" for Gold Crown Convention. These GCC pieces were limited edition items that were released for select Dept 56 retailers or at their conventions. Which makes them desirable because they are harder to obtain. This building has that gorgeous glossy finish for which SV is known. It was released in 1997 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Snow Village (which was inspired by Stillwater, MN - all that resembles Americana) and retired the same year. I left the original light cord untouched and used an extra cord I had to show the illumination.   

As you know this piece is hand painted and crafted with excellence. The box is slightly shelf worn from being in storage for decades. Comes from a smoke free/pet free environment. 

Buy with confidence - you'll be the first owner!

Weighs 3 lbs before packing material

I have sold hundreds of pieces of Dept. 56 and I understand the difference between new and gently used. I pack all items very well for shipping. I do not markup shipping costs. Shipping includes insurance.