# First Avenger Movie Props The Captain America Shield Replica Flys from the Screen to Your Hands By Matt Ho | Published 2011-07-27 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/captain-america-shield-replica References: [theawesomer](http://theawesomer.com/capt-america-shield-replica/115096/) & [entertainmentearth](http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DS19079) Finally, the First Avenger made it to the big screen and now you can own a piece of that movie with the Captain [America](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myprotein-captain-america) Shield Replica. While [many toys have been created](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2) in the form of the hero's weapon, the Captain America Shield Replica is actually a [full-scaled version](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bethesda-pipboy-3000-replica). It may not be from the actual movie, but in terms of design and its 24" diameter, this is as legit as it gets. The exterior features the iconic red, white and blue colors of American flag as well as the star right in the middle. This is also crafted from metal it can be pretty weighty. Show off your love for the hero by getting this for the home -- just don't throw it and expect it to fly back at you. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Movie Prop Replicas:** The trend of creating full-scale replicas of movie props for fans to own and display at home presents an opportunity for companies to capitalize on fan loyalty and nostalgia. - **Nostalgic Collectibles:** Manufacturing and selling collectibles for movies, comic books, and TV shows that evoke feelings of nostalgia in fans can provide an opportunity for companies to tap into a lucrative audience. - **Licensed Merchandise:** Partnering with movie studios or TV networks to create licensed merchandise like prop replicas can present an opportunity for companies to gain brand recognition and generate revenue through selling fan memorabilia. ### Where This Applies - **Entertainment Merchandise:** The entertainment merchandise industry can capitalize on the trend of movie prop replicas by partnering with studios to create high-quality and accurate replicas for fans to purchase. - **Collectibles and Memorabilia:** The collectibles and memorabilia industry can benefit from the nostalgic emotions associated with owning and displaying replicas of fan-favorite movie props and other memorabilia. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce businesses can take advantage of the trend of movie prop replicas by offering a wide variety of licensed merchandise for sale to fans around the world. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero Nutritional Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/myprotein-captain-america.md) - [Comic-Inspired LEGO Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-lego-helmet.md) - [Superhero-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thors-hammer1.md) - [Theater Collectible Popcorn Buckets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galactus-popcorn.md) - [Cooling Superhero Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvels-avengers-12count-assorted-tray.md) - [Multi-Hero Figurine Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-4.md) - [Superhero-Themed Block Pen Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-helmet.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Replica Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clone-trooper-phase-ii.md) - [Collectible Action Icons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-2.md)