If you’re a fan of Mr. Peanut, or peanuts in general, I apologize for this graphic posting. Don’t worry, the 94 year-old Mr. Peanut is still alive and well. Here’s a little history about the infamous American mascot: Planters Peanut Company (now a division of Kraft Foods) held a contest in 1916 to develop a company logo. The original Peanut Man, created by a 14-year-old schoolboy, was later “refined” when an artist added the top hat, spats, cane and monocle. The copyrighted image of Mr. Peanut has been illegally applied to a number of faked and fantasy collectibles by those attempting to cash in on the peanut company’s fame and fortune. Mr. Peanut is apparently worth more than peanuts.
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