You will receive the exact cards in the scans. I update the scans and
the description every time I have a new lot in stock (that's why you
may see that some have sold already). The scans are not stock
images--they are the scans of the exact cards you will receive.
The zoomed in scan groups show the front of the card and its back immediately to its right side. Low to mid grade overall. Please view the scans, zoom in as needed, and message me if you have any questions. I can typically respond within minutes.
Everything ships at a flat rate using USPS Ground Advantage which comes with tracking and insurance. Your cards will packed safely inside a box as if they were a delicate family heirloom. I pay attention to details when shipping and your order will be quick and easy to open.
I offer free returns but please message me first instead of opening a case with eBay. We have more options that can save us both time and money if we deal with each other directly because an eBay case will usually result in the inconvenience of you having to package and ship your order back to me before I can do anything else. There are no free returns for international orders.
I'm almost always running a deal and often send offers to buyers. New cards get listed daily too. Check out my eBay store here (https://www.ebay.com/str/paulcarlcards) to see the latest deals and newest cards. Make sure to follow my store too so you can get exclusive private offers that go out to followers and repeat customers only.
Garbage Pail Kids cards, a series of sticker trading cards produced by the Topps Company, were first released in 1985 and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. Here’s a detailed history of these iconic cards:
Creation and Concept: The series was the brainchild of cartoonist Art Spiegelman, who was a consultant for Topps at the time. The concept began as an unreleased Wacky Packages sticker for a 1985 series, but Topps management saw potential for a separate series.
Design and Features: Each card featured a Garbage Pail Kid character with a comical abnormality or suffering a terribly painful fate, accompanied by a humorous wordplay name such as Adam Bomb or Blasted Billy. Two versions of each card were produced, with variations featuring the same artwork but different character names, differentiated by an “a” or “b” letter following the card number. The fronts of the stickers were die-cut, allowing just the character with its nameplate and the GPK logo to be peeled from the backing.
Popularity and Expansion: The original series ran from 1985 to 1988, with 15 original series (OS) of regular trading cards released in the United States. There were also international versions of GPK cards produced.
Controversy and Legal Issues: The cards’ grotesque humor was not without controversy, often leading to them being banned in schools. Additionally, the resemblance to Cabbage Patch Kids led to a lawsuit from the makers of the dolls, which was eventually settled out of court.
Collectibility and Value: Today, original Garbage Pail Kids cards are considered valuable collectibles. Certain cards, like Adam Bomb from Series 1, can fetch high prices depending on their condition and rarity.
Legacy and Revival: After the initial run, the Garbage Pail Kids brand saw various revivals and special editions. In 2003, All-New Series (ANS) sets were introduced, followed by Flashback re-releases in 2010 and a Brand-New Series (BNS) announced for 2012.
The Garbage Pail Kids cards from the 1980s remain a nostalgic reminder of the era’s unique blend of humor and rebellion, continuing to delight collectors and fans of all ages. Their legacy is a testament to the enduring appeal of satire and the collectible nature of trading cards.