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RARE 1966 Official Batman Bicycle Ornament - "Ride Along with Batman"
Manufactured by Empire, Tarboro, N.C. | Licensed by National Periodical Publications, Inc., 1966
Up for sale is an authentic, original vintage 1966 Batman Bicycle Ornament (Item No. 22) produced by Empire during the peak of 1960s "Bat-Mania"!
This piece has NEVER been removed from its original factory plastic wrap or card. It is 100% complete and unhandled, featuring the full blow-mold Batman figure, heavy spring, red handlebar mounting bracket, and mounting bolts securely mounted to the vibrant yellow display card.
Unlike examples that have been re-wrapped with modern plastic or stripped of their wrap entirely, this piece retains its authentic, original 1966 factory shrink wrap. It has naturally aged and split open along the bottom edge over the past 60 years, but has never been removed, tampered with, or altered.
Condition & Packaging Notes:
Card & Figure: The backing card retains outstanding, bright yellow, red, and blue graphics with the classic Adam West-era styling and comic callout illustrations. The figure and hardware remain untouched and as-packaged from 1966.
Original Plastic: The plastic wrap is approximately 60 years old and naturally fragile. Over the decades, the shrink wrap has become brittle and popped open along the bottom edge, but the item has never been pulled out, altered, or played with.
Shipping / As-Is Disclaimer: Due to the extreme age and fragility of 60-year-old plastic film, the integrity of the plastic wrap cannot be guaranteed during transit and is sold strictly as-is. Please offer accordingly with this vintage material factor in mind.
Dimensions: Display card measures approximately 13 inches tall by 8.5 inches wide.
Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully, as they are part of the description and show the exact piece you will receive.
Terms of Sale:
Sold AS-IS, NO RETURNS.
Packed with extreme care. Boxed securely for transit.
Shipped fully insured with tracking.
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Shipping Details
• Standard Shipping: Applies only to the lower 48 US states.
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ITEM SPECIFICS:
Character: Batman
Year Manufactured: 1966
Manufacturer: Empire (Tarboro, N.C.)
Franchise / License: Batman / National Periodical Publications, Inc.
Type: Bicycle Ornament / Handlebar Accessory
Item Number: No. 22
Material: Molded Plastic / Metal Spring & Hardware
Era: 1960s (Silver Age / 1966 TV Series Era)
Dimensions: Approximately 13" x 7" (Backing Card)
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