ID: 144240 Closed

2004 Takara Lupin III & Fujiko Mine Metal Disentanglement Puzzle

MonkeyPuzz 233

Item Location: United States

$80.00

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Bidder	Amount	Date
Bacon 143	$80.00	21.02.2026 17:37:46
Gocrager 305	$75.00	21.02.2026 17:37:46
Gocrager 305	$25.00	18.02.2026 06:23:52
trich 55	$20.00	17.02.2026 19:46:58

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A Rare, Collectible Brainteaser for Anime Fans & Puzzle Enthusiasts

Own a piece of anime history with this "Puzzle Museum" series metal disentanglement puzzle. Produced by Takara in 2004, this retired collectible features the iconic duo of the master thief Arsène Lupin III (finished in polished gold) and the cunning femme fatale Fujiko Mine (finished in sleek silver).

This isn't just a display piece; it is a sophisticated mechanical puzzle designed to test your dexterity and patience.

Product Highlights

Characters: Lupin III (Gold) & Fujiko Mine (Silver)

Manufacturer: Takara (Japan), marked with official Monkey Punch / TMS-NTV licensing.
Material: Heavyweight die-cast metal with a premium weighted feel.
The Challenge: The two figures are intricately "danced" together. Your mission is to find the precise sequence of rotations and slides to separate them—and then, the even harder task of locking them back together.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with original 2004 hallmarks visible on the reverse side.

Why It’s Collectible

Released over two decades ago, these puzzles were part of a limited run "Puzzle Museum" series that is now increasingly difficult to find, especially in the West. It appeals to three distinct markets:

Lupin III Fans: A unique piece of "Monkey Punch" memorabilia that captures the characters' dynamic relationship.
Puzzle Collectors: Similar in quality and difficulty to high-end Hanayama cast puzzles.
Display Enthusiasts: The gold and silver contrast makes for a striking conversation piece on a desk or bookshelf.

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2004 Takara Lupin III & Fujiko Mine Metal Disentanglement Puzzle

MonkeyPuzz 233

$80.00

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RARE One-of-a-Kind Bill Darrah Prototype - 6-Piece Wooden Burr Puzzle - Estate Collection

MIB UNOPENED "Shifty Maze" All-Acrylic Puzzle by Bill Darrah - IPP22 (2002) - Darrah Estate!

RARE 2-Puzzle Lot: Sticky Stack of Sticks + Large Variant - Bill Darrah Personal Collection (IPP23)

"12 Piece Box" by Hidekuni Tamura - Beautiful Japanese Craftsmanship - Bill Darrah Estate!

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Why It’s Collectible