What was the Maltese Falcon made of?

Answer 1

The Maltese Falcon, as depicted in Dashiell Hammett's novel and the classic film adaptations, is a fictional statue made of an unknown black stone, often described as being very valuable and intricately designed. In the 1941 film, the statue is portrayed as a heavy, ornate piece that captures the obsession of several characters. While the specific materials of the actual prop used in the film are not definitively stated, it is typically depicted as a metal or stone-like material to convey its significance and allure.