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Vinyl figure of Grimace McDonaldland character by Huckleberry Toys, limited edition SDCC 2008 release

Vinyl figure of Grimace McDonaldland character by Huckleberry Toys, limited edition SDCC 2008 release

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History

This Grimace figure was produced by Huckleberry Toys as an exclusive limited edition release for San Diego Comic-Con 2008, with only 300 pieces manufactured. The figure represents Grimace, one of McDonald's iconic McDonaldland characters who first appeared in the early 1970s as part of the restaurant chain's marketing campaign. McDonaldland characters became cultural icons of American fast food advertising and childhood nostalgia throughout the 1970s-1990s. This particular SDCC exclusive represents a crossover between fast food nostalgia and modern designer toy collecting culture. Limited edition convention exclusives like this appeal strongly to multiple collector groups including McDonald's memorabilia enthusiasts, designer toy collectors, and pop culture nostalgia fans. The combination of low production numbers, official licensing, and the enduring popularity of the Grimace character makes this a sought-after piece among collectors who value both childhood nostalgia and limited edition collectibles.

Origin

United States

Maker

Huckleberry Toys

Time period

Released 2008