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Overview
A delightful collection of vintage 1982 Del Monte 'Country Yumkins' promotional plush figures, including Reddie Tomato, Cobbie Corn, Lushie Peach, Sweetie Pea, the Scarecrow, and Cocky Crow. Produced by Trudy Toys, these mail-in premium characters were designed with plush velour and faux-fur bodies, felt accents, and signature googly-style eyes.
Story
In 1982, Del Monte transformed grocery shopping into a treasure hunt by offering these plush produce pals via mail-in canned food labels.
Maker / Origin
The Trudy Corporation was an American plush toy manufacturer founded in Connecticut, known for making high-quality, durable stuffed animals and promotional tie-ins. Del Monte partnered with Trudy in the early 1980s to bring their vibrant agricultural advertising campaign directly into American living rooms.
Condition & Value
The plush figures appear clean and well-kept with vibrant colors, intact googly eyes, and clear factory tags present. Excellent condition across the group enhances collectible lot value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.