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Up for sale is a highly collectible piece of 1980s retro nostalgia. This vintage 1987 ceramic novelty mug by Standing Ovations features a brilliant, stylized illustration by artist June Sobel.
The comic depicts two giant dinosaurs stomping through a city skyline with the iconic punchline:
*"Concentrate on the financial district... It may qualify as a business lunch."*
What makes this specific listing incredibly rare is the inclusion of the **original vintage retail box**.
Most of these fragile cardboard boxes were thrown away immediately 40 years ago, making this a highly prized find for serious novelty ceramic and "New Old Stock" collectors.
Mug: Excellent vintage condition. The glaze is glossy, colors are incredibly vibrant, and the graphics are crisp. No chips, no cracks, and no interior coffee staining. It appears minimally used, if ever.
Original Box: Complete and structurally sound. Shows some light vintage shelf wear, soft corners, and minor age-related aging as clearly pictured, but the bright red and blue graphics still display beautifully.
Ships within 1-3 days or local pickup is available near Columbia Station, OH 44028.
Thanks for looking! Please message me with your questions, as I’m happy to help.
