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Sea-Monkeys began 'life' in the 1960's, the inventor Harold von Braunhut may not of been the worlds greatest artist but he knew how to catch peoples attention.  If you are one of our older visitors, then you may remember Sea-Monkeys from the 1960-70's adverts found various in comics.

The reason why they appeared in so many publications is that with the invention of television all of a sudden all the toy manufacturers wanted to advertise on TV and ad space on printed media became very affordable.

Mickey Mouse #200 October 1979

Harold was also the inventor of X-ray specs, which allowed the viewer to see simulated X-Rays and the Steel Cobra, which is not an item for children as it's an anti-mugging device.

The Super Friends #10 Feb/Mar 1979

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