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Good And Plenty’s Groovy 1960’s Day-Glo Posters!
Candy-related premiums are not a big part of my focus or area of interest though I do find myself enamored with one from time to time, especially when they turn out to be more than just a cheap tchotchke with … Continue reading
Posted in 1960's, 1970's, Boxed
Tagged 1960's, 60's, anti-war, candy collecting, candy collection, candy collector, candy wrapper collection, candy wrapper collector, collectible, collecting candy, confectionery, confections, counter-culture, hippie, packaging, packaging design, sweets, vintage candy wrappers, wrapper
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Donruss’ Mouth Full Bubble Gum and that Iconic Smiley Face!
Back in the late 1960’s, the Donruss company of Memphis, Tennessee offered up a “slab bubble gum” product to consumers. Although competitors like Fleer and Topps had similar products on the market, I consider Donruss’ offering notable for its use … Continue reading
Posted in 1960's, 1970's, 1980's, Bubble Gum, Gum
Tagged 1970's, bubblegum, candy collecting, candy collection, candy collector, candy wrapper collection, candy wrapper collector, collectible, collecting candy, confectionery, confections, counter-culture, Donruss, gum, hippie, hippy, packaging, sweets, vintage candy wrapper, wrapper
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From the Mystery Files: Ringers – The Adult Bubble Gum.
I’ve previously pointed out that the history of candy and gum packaging is largely unknown. It’s a bit like a fossil record in that for every piece you’ve seen, there are likely ten more that you haven’t. For me that’s … Continue reading
Posted in 1960's, 1970's, Bubble Gum, Topps
Tagged 1960's, 1970's, 60's, 70's, bubble gum, bubblegum, candy, collectible, collecting, collector, confection, counter-culture, flower power, gum, hippie, mod, non-sport, packaging, sweets, Topps, wrapper
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