{"product_id":"1955-marilyn-monroe-11-weeties-vita-brits-popular-film-stars-rookie-card","title":"1955 Marilyn Monroe #11 Weeties Vita-Brits Popular Film Stars Rookie Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Featured Star: Marilyn Monroe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Series: Popular Film Stars\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Card Number: 11 of 30\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Year: 1955\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Issuer: Cereal Foods, Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Branding: Weeties – Vita-Brits – Crispies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Country of Origin: Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Type: Vintage Cereal Trading Card \/ Non-Sport Collectable\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Size: Approximately 83 × 58 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Era: 1950s \/ Golden Age of Hollywood\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Finish: Full-colour portrait with printed biography on reverse\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Grading: Original, ungraded\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Protection: Supplied in a clear protective card holder\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMini Story or Hook:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e🌟 An Australian-issued Marilyn Monroe collectable from the golden age of Hollywood!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis original 1955 Marilyn Monroe trading card was issued as part of the Australian Popular Film Stars series, distributed through Weeties, Vita-Brits and Crispies breakfast cereals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a glamorous colour portrait of Marilyn in a red dress against a striking yellow and blue background, this is card No. 11 from the 30-card series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse carries a contemporary biography of Marilyn, mentioning her celebrated films Niagara, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and How to Marry a Millionaire, along with the forthcoming release of The Seven Year Itch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOf particular interest to collectors, this 1955 issue is widely regarded within the trading card hobby as one of Marilyn Monroe’s early or ‘rookie’ cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced during Marilyn’s lifetime, at the height of her international fame, this is a genuine piece of 1950s Hollywood and Australian advertising history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eA desirable addition to any collection of Marilyn Monroe memorabilia, vintage cinema advertising, Australian cereal cards or early celebrity trading cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good to Very Good vintage condition – see detailed notes below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an original trading card dating to approximately 1955, now more than 70 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Attractive original colour portrait with strong colours and good overall presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some minor rounding and wear to corners and edges consistent with age and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Light surface marks and general signs of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Reverse retains clear, readable printed text and original advertising.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Some age-related discolouration to the reverse and card borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* No obvious major tears or missing sections visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Card remains ungraded and has not been professionally authenticated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* Presented in a clear protective holder, included with purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn appealing, collectible example of this increasingly sought-after Marilyn Monroe issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📸 The photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Handling:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 All items are carefully wrapped and packaged to ensure they arrive safely at their new forever home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis card will be supplied in its protective holder and securely packaged with rigid reinforcement to minimise bending during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eCombined postage available – contact us before purchasing for a revised invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternational shipping available on request – please message for a quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed to Know More?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave questions or need more photos? 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