MrPiKing
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ART CARDS
Garbage Pail Kids Ruptured Rupert 199a 1986
Key Facts & Value
Key Fact
Description
This is a 1986 Garbage Pail Kid trading card featuring the character 'Ruptured Rupert'. The front of the card depicts Rupert, a boy with a bulbous head, mid-air with his insides seemingly bursting out. He wears a red outfit with blue and white striped socks. The background shows a city skyline with an American flag waving. The card is manufactured by Topps Chewing Gum, Inc.
History
Garbage Pail Kids cards were first released in 1985 by the Topps Company as a parody of the popular Cabbage Patch Kids dolls. Designed by Art Spiegelman and Mark Newgarden, these cards quickly gained a cult following for their gross-out humor and subversive artwork, becoming a staple of 1980s pop culture and a collectible item for many.
Facts
The 'Ruptured Rupert' card is part of the original series of Garbage Pail Kids. The collectibility of these cards is enhanced by their often bizarre and grotesque imagery, which was a significant departure from typical trading cards of the era. The detailed artwork and humor make them stand out, contributing to their enduring appeal among collectors.
Value Fact
Original Garbage Pail Kids cards, especially those from the early series like this 1986 'Ruptured Rupert' card, can fetch varying prices depending on their condition. Cards in excellent or mint condition are more sought after by collectors. The demand is driven by nostalgia and the ongoing interest in 1980s memorabilia.
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