Sony Plaza
Height to roof: 197 meters
Date built: 1984
Use: Office
Location: 550 Madison Ave. at 55th St., NYC
Architect: Philip Johnson
 

This is a solid metal souvenir replica of the Sony Building of New York City. Overall height measures 3.6". The base measures 1.5" x 1.2". On the front, the base reads in raised lettering, "Sony Plaza". On the back, "NYC". Left side, "1984" and right side, "197 M".

Originally built for AT&T, this office tower is perhaps the most well-known skyscraper of the 1980s. It was designed by Philip Johnson, one of the masters of 20th century architecture. In many respects, the building is a tribute to the indulgent corporatism that has given rise to the tall buildings vying for attention on the New York skyline. Certainly, in this sense, it is one of the most noticeable. In 1992, Sony purchased the building from AT&T and added the 60 foot high atrium to the back of the building proper.

Note: This replica is in the new standard scale