How much is an Oscar actually worth and what is it made of?

AI BRIEFING

• ⬤ The gold-plated statuette weighs 8.5 pounds and is made of 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper, and 0.5% other metals.
• ⬤ The base is made of a thick, heat-treated, and polished aluminum alloy.
• ⬤ A gold-plated bronze medal is used for the smaller statuettes, such as the Academy Scientific and Technical Awards.