Sideshow Featured Collector: Virgil Ghita

Collector: Virgil Ghita

Location: Norton, Massachusetts

How and when did you start collecting?

I’ve been collecting toys for about 20 years. I saw a picture of the HulkBuster prototype and was immediately hooked. I’ve been selling my old collection of mint on card 6 inch toys for over two years and have bought my collection of Hot Toys and Sideshow Collectibles since, starting with Iron man Heartbreaker.

What do you collect? Does your collection have a theme, such as Star Wars, Batman, etc.?

I exclusively collect 1:6 scale MCU figures and use them in my toy photography hobby. These pictures can be seen on my Instagram account @virgils_stuff

What makes your collection unique?

I think my collection is unique because it incorporates all my childhood loves brought to life on the big screen and then transformed into highly detailed beautiful figures.

What are your favorite or the most prized pieces in your collection?

I love the Iron Man armor, but each piece in my collection is dear to me.

What items are on your wish list?

I’d love to have all the Iron Man armor, from Mark 1 to Mark 46 and display them in a giant hall of armor.