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This morning, for the second time in four days, I found a dirty five-dollar bill while walking my dog. In my whole life, I don’t think I’ve ever found that much cash. The universe is trying to tell me something. (”Really sorry I couldn’t help with those MegaMillions numbers,” perhaps.) Or maybe someone has signed me up for one of those Consumer Recreation Services adventures featured in The Game, and this is just the beginning.
Or I have a neighbor with a hole in his pants.
In defiance of wise counsel, I will likely spend it all in one place. That’s where you come in. Head over to eBay and find the coolest, weirdest, most baffling item with an opening bid of $5 or less. The item should be something I could display on my desk.
Leave a comment with a link and your description. Top three most enjoyable entries will win mental_floss t-shirts.
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http://cgi.ebay.com/HAUNTED-SMALL-VINTAGE-PORCELAIN-DOLL-8-YR-OLD-DEBBIE_W0QQitemZ300341294167QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item45edbc7457&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
A \delightful little spirit\ to add to your desk …
posted by Trish on 8-26-2009 at 1:47 pm
An action figure is an excellent desk display item here is The Tick:
http://cgi.ebay.com/1994-Bandai-Bounding-Tick-Action-figure_W0QQitemZ140340772197QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item20acf63d65&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by casiejeanne on 8-26-2009 at 1:54 pm
How about a set of 4 pirate bendy’s? 5.00 for a set of 4. $4.00 shipping, that leaves you $1.00 left over for some bubble gum!
http://cgi.ebay.com/PIRATE-BENDYS-SET-OF-4-DIFFERENT-NEW-LOOK_W0QQitemZ360047090324QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item53d47a9a94&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_500wt_1164
posted by Danadane on 8-26-2009 at 1:55 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/BREATHE-EASIER-NETI-POT-NEW-IN-BOX_W0QQitemZ280387208844QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item414861468c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
could be useful, too…
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 1:55 pm
Mega-millions lottery is at $352 million. Consider it an investment.
posted by T Powers on 8-26-2009 at 1:59 pm
Yummm, maybe you’ll have some $ leftover to buy a jar and cook something tasty for your friends.
http://cgi.ebay.com/50-FAMOUS-MANWICH-RECIPES-Cookbook-Pamphlet-1971_W0QQitemZ390086260624QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Nonfiction_Book?hash=item5ad2f3f790&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by sarah on 8-26-2009 at 2:01 pm
Why not get your very own photo with a vampire?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vampire-with-YOU-novelty-gift-photo-Robert-Pattinson_W0QQitemZ120463005889QQcmdZViewItemQQptZArt_Photo_Images?hash=item1c0c2798c1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Sally on 8-26-2009 at 2:01 pm
1. Item # http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360166082494&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fshop.ebay.com%3A80%2F%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm38%26_nkw%3D360166082494%2B%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1
Weird, paper-mache-plastic-feather-covered-faux penguin. (Item # 360166082494)
2. http://cgi.ebay.com/VINTAGE-BOX-OF-UNOPENED-JELLO-TAPIOCA-PUDDING-1960S_W0QQitemZ220470653634QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item33551332c2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Unopened box of lemon tapioca pudding from the 1960s (item# 220470653634)
3. http://cgi.ebay.com/MICHAEL-JACKSON-Thriller-45-Rpm-record_W0QQitemZ160357807975QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item255611f767&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
a 45 of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” (item #160357807975)
Enjoy!
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posted by Christine on 8-26-2009 at 2:01 pm
This little wonder will look great on your desk and it is useful too. It is a plastic circa 1980s Rainbow Brite bank. The description from the seller is priceless and adds to the mystique of this one-of-a-kind item. Some of her paint is scratched off, particularly in the eye area and over the years she has developed a tear at the corner of one eye. Not sure if the tear has any healing powers but can’t rule it out.
The starting bid is $4.99 so you can put your saved penny in the bank when it arrives!
Here’s the link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Disturbingly-Odd-Rainbow-Brite-Doll-Bank_W0QQitemZ330201701198QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4ce18e1b4e&_trksid=p3286.m20.l1116
posted by Julie Paczynski on 8-26-2009 at 2:02 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/STUDIO-POTTERY-Funky-Weird-Grotesque-Head-Bust-1940_W0QQitemZ160357724477QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item255610b13d&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
An everlasting reminder not to leave your loved ones in the sun too long.
posted by Gurtney on 8-26-2009 at 2:02 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=390081365799&ssPageName=ADME:B:EF:US:1123
I’m not good at the making a link thing here, but… when I was sifting throught the book stuff, I stumbled on this. And with a description of \The Best Desk Toys Ever!: A Productivity-Boosting Guide for Executives with Big Desks and Plenty of Slack in their Schedules\, come on! Don’t we ALL want to be an Executive with a Big Desk and Plenty of Slack in our Schedule?
posted by Katie B on 8-26-2009 at 2:04 pm
an interesting looking oil lamp. it would appear that it collapses down to hide the burner, then can be unscrewed and pulled apart to reveal the burner.
http://cgi.ebay.com/SIR-WILLIAM-JOHNS-INTERESTING-OIL-LAMP-COMPLETE_W0QQitemZ200375294146QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2ea74c58c2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Jon on 8-26-2009 at 2:05 pm
I think this is way too cute NOT to buy
(who wouldn’t want a ninja duckie?):http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Red-Ninja-Nun-chuck-Martial-Arts-Rubber-Duck-Duckie_W0QQitemZ290335223405QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item439953ee6d&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
But this, I think, REALLY takes the cake of bizarreness. It is an “authentic signed photo of my cat, Vincent Price”, as in the cat actually signed it (but can’t show the pic you’re bidding on, as that would ruin the surprise): http://cgi.ebay.com/authentic-signed-photo-of-my-cat-Vincent-Price-rare-coa_W0QQitemZ220469266276QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3354fe0764&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Krie on 8-26-2009 at 2:06 pm
You could head over to the Nickel Diner in Los Angeles and pick up a maple glazed bacon donut, the luscious heart attack in the form of a pastry, for $2.25 and have some coffee along with it. Or you could opt for the Clockwork Orange donut, in order to refrain from cardiac failure so early in the morning.
posted by Sarah on 8-26-2009 at 2:06 pm
perhaps a miniature cannon would help you vanquish your foes in the great cubicle wars
http://cgi.ebay.com/INTERESTING-VINTAGE-DECORATIVE-CAST-BRASS-CANNON_W0QQitemZ310163406260QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Antiques_DecorativeAntiques_Collectables_EH?hash=item48372dfdb4&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Jon on 8-26-2009 at 2:08 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rare-Frog-Bee-Figurine-Figure-Funny-Cute-Must-See_W0QQitemZ400068528555QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5d25f149ab&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
A frog and a bee and a heart: what more could you want?
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 2:12 pm
this seems quite nerdy and worthy of any desk in the mental floss offices
http://cgi.ebay.com/Aluminium-Desktop-Perpetual-Desk-Slide-Pinup-Calendar_W0QQitemZ180397980103QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2a008eb9c7&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Jon on 8-26-2009 at 2:12 pm
“Mummified Frog/Toad”
http://cgi.ebay.com/MUMMIFIED-FROG-TOAD_W0QQitemZ190330733600QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2c50988420&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Patrick Western on 8-26-2009 at 2:14 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/FAMILY-ANT-ART-HAND-BLOWN-GLASS-CRYSTAL-FIGURINE-DECOR_W0QQitemZ310162948018QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item483726ffb2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
an entire family of handblown glass ants!
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 2:15 pm
Before spending it, take it to: http://www.wheresgeorge.com and you may be able to follow Abe on his further travels. I get hits on about 10% of my bills.
posted by PartiallyDeflected on 8-26-2009 at 2:15 pm
Do you have a taste for the finer things in life, while still wanting to show people that you are in tune with nature? Why not show off your class and adventure at the same time with pure Alaskan moose gems? These are the finest moose droppings From Palin’s home country/state/provence/whatever fitted onto a shiny gold-like ring. Who said oil was the only thing worth it’s weight in gold? They’ve obviously never worn moose nuggets. Show those around you that a polished turd is still a turd, but shines like a diamond.
posted by Steven on 8-26-2009 at 2:16 pm
who wouldn’t want a miniature pyramid right on their desk?!
http://cgi.ebay.com/MINI-SMALL-EGYPTIAN-PYRAMID-TRINKET-GREAT-DESK-ITEM_W0QQitemZ110426123349QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b5e8ec55&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Jon on 8-26-2009 at 2:16 pm
How about a diecast reproduction of the Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle driven by Captain Scarlet? He was the eponymous hero of a Supermarionated series from the 60s (like Thunderbirds but not as popular west of the Atlantic). Big ones go for a lot of money, but a small one starts bidding in your price range.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Dinky-Toys-SPECTRUM-PURSUIT-Space-Vehicle-SPV_W0QQitemZ160357897519QQcmdZViewItemQQptZDiecast_Vehicles?hash=item255613552f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Bryan Whitehead on 8-26-2009 at 2:17 pm
So that you remember not to spend all your found savings in one place, I suggest a bank:
http://cgi.ebay.com/PRISTINE-VINTAGE-TIN-MECHANICAL-CHEIN-MONKEY-BANK-TOY_W0QQitemZ360182882289QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item53dc929ff1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://cgi.ebay.com/ANTIQUE-Gambles-Cat-Bank-Yellow-Cat-Bank-Retro-1970s_W0QQitemZ250488227380QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a52430634&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://cgi.ebay.com/HAPPY-DAYS-Tin-Metal-Bank-1950s-Vintage-Chein-USA_W0QQitemZ350242696364QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518c176cac&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Sally on 8-26-2009 at 2:17 pm
My kids love our collection of animal parts. (Yes, I’m the weird homeschooling mom who helped her kids preserve the skins of small roadkill animals.) They think you’d particularly enjoy this preserved Gecko skull. I love the cheeky little grin.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Complete-GECKO-Skull_W0QQitemZ360182974699QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item53dc9408eb&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Hmm. If you don’t want it, maybe we’ll buy it!
posted by PisecoMom on 8-26-2009 at 2:17 pm
This guy is selling his soul. Perhaps you could have him ship it in a jar.
http://cgi.ebay.com/My-Eternal-Soul_W0QQitemZ110427960051QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b604f2f3&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Bob on 8-26-2009 at 2:17 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Chinese-Ancient-Jade-Mythical-Auspicious-Bird-Statue_W0QQitemZ370248040446QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item563480bffe&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
it’s mythical AND auspicious. you can’t beat it.
posted by steve-o on 8-26-2009 at 2:17 pm
Who wants some hair – from the 19th century?
http://cgi.ebay.com/19th-Century-Antique-Tin-w-Blonde-Human-Hair-Curls_W0QQitemZ310163122592QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item483729a9a0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Quinn B. on 8-26-2009 at 2:17 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Lite-Brite-Console-With-Design-Sheets-Instructions_W0QQitemZ350242251120QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518c10a170&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
A gift that keeps on changing…A LITE BRITE!
posted by Steven on 8-26-2009 at 2:21 pm
Want your co-workers to wonder exactly what you’re up to? How about a Soviet-era military surplus child’s size gas mask? Comes complete with carrying case.
http://cgi.ebay.com/NIB-CHILDS-SOVIET-ARMY-MILITARY-GP-5-GAS-MASK-W-BAG-XLG_W0QQitemZ230369550387QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item35a3186033&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Bryan Whitehead on 8-26-2009 at 2:24 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Weird-Stuff-Richard-Tulloch_W0QQitemZ290343252612QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Childrens_Books?hash=item4399ce7284&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
“Weird Stuff” by Richard Tulloch
http://cgi.ebay.com/Weird-Stuff-You-Didnt-Know-About-Food-Everything-But_W0QQitemZ150365402708QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Childrens_Books?hash=item230279f654&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
“Weird Stuff You Didn’t Know About Food”
posted by Ruby T on 8-26-2009 at 2:24 pm
You’ve got Mental Floss; how about some Bacon Floss?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Bacon-Dental-Floss-Meat-Atkins-Funny-Gag-Gift_W0QQitemZ120400906419QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c087408b3&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Rebecca on 8-26-2009 at 2:25 pm
Finally, the tin without the silly collectible that came inside it!
http://cgi.ebay.com/LENOX-CLASSICS-Large-TIN-CONTAINER-no-Elephant-Figurine_W0QQitemZ350242981991QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518c1bc867&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 2:26 pm
Is that a Peanuts character? Don’t think so. Considering those glasses, maybe it’s supposed to be a spy? Who knows. According to the seller, it’s a unique eye-glasses of handpainting roly poly doll.” Not sure why a roly poly doll, but it’s awful cute, and at just $0.99 (with free shipping!), it will make a wonderful addition to your desk and leave your $4.01 to invest in similar classics like this one.
http://cgi.ebay.com/unique-eye-glasses-of-handpainting-roly-poly-doll_W0QQitemZ260466602430QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca504f1be&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by vitak on 8-26-2009 at 2:33 pm
What could be better than a giant grape?? You know how refreshing a handful of grapes can be on these late summer days…just think how great one GIANT one would be! Or if you’re feeling generous, throw a grape party for the office.
http://cgi.ebay.com/GIANT-GREEN-GRAPE-COUPON-TO-RECIEVE-STRANGE-ITEM_W0QQitemZ140340849121QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item20acf769e1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Paul on 8-26-2009 at 2:33 pm
This delightful little lady will bring you the luck of the red dragon with her drunken expression and passion for laverbread. How she got in the bottle no one knows, but if she ever gets out she’ll probably kick your butt so keep the lid on.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Welsh-Woman-in-a-Bottle-Think-Ship-in-a-Bottle_W0QQitemZ380152825066QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Collectables_WeirdStuff_RL?hash=item5882dfc4ea&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Mandy Hyndman on 8-26-2009 at 2:34 pm
I think this guy’s two cents is worth an investment. Or maybe not.
http://cgi.ebay.com/My-TWO-cents-Worth_W0QQitemZ270444968981QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef7c6bc15&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Also in the group of the totally bizarre, an unlucky coin.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Bad-Luck-Coin-Ever-wanted-revenge-Haunted-Coin_W0QQitemZ110428148280QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b607d238&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
And finally, because you still have some money left over, buy some riddles!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Buy-5-riddles-and-the-answers_W0QQitemZ270397441054QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef4f1841e&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Proof that money CAN buy anything.
posted by Maddy on 8-26-2009 at 2:35 pm
I’m a sucker for Las Vegas and I once had my own extensive Las Vegas history collection which I have since donated to the Nevada Historical Society so I like this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/LAS-VEGAS-METRO-POLICE-100th-ANNIVERSARY-PATCHes-NEVADA_W0QQitemZ370249084628QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item563490aed4&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
“LAS VEGAS METRO POLICE 100th ANNIVERSARY PATCHes NEVADA”
It’s only a penny, with free shipping!!!! That’s all I can come up with while being distracted with strep throat and an ear infection.
posted by Sarah in CA on 8-26-2009 at 2:42 pm
use it to hold rings, small rubberbands, um… other small round things, or just to send a message
http://cgi.ebay.com/Wood-Finger-Adult-Finger-Novelty-Weird-Funny-Gag-Gift_W0QQitemZ390084283457QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5ad2d5cc41&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 2:45 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/3-Screaming-Alien-Honeycomb-Faces-Cereal-Movie-Scream_W0QQitemZ170375067444QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item27ab253734&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Ummmm, Ummmmm, Honeycomb……..
posted by Jennifer on 8-26-2009 at 2:46 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CR-V-broken-emblem-used_W0QQitemZ170375378829QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories?hash=item27ab29f78d&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
Completely useless and an impractical buy for about 99.999999999999999999999999999998% of the population, but I think it will look nice on your desk. It’s the emblem of a Honda CR-V. It’s broken, and “used” (not sure exactly what it’s use was for this fine young seller, but ok).
…no way! reCaptcha: hurtful Sepheroth (the nerd inside of me just went nuts!)
posted by Steven on 8-26-2009 at 2:47 pm
A RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS. Who knew you could purchase that on ebay?
http://cgi.ebay.com/A-Random-Act-of-Kindness_W0QQitemZ140335675173QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item20aca87725&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Jamie on 8-26-2009 at 2:53 pm
Because who doesn’t want two hand carved and painted wooden figurines of old people on their desk? Everyday reminder of how fleeting youth is, time is flying by, all that good stuff. The best part is that it’s hard to tell if they are looking at one another lovingly, or if they man looks angry and the woman looks upset.
http://cgi.ebay.com/2-HAND-CARVED-PAINTED-WOOD-FIGURINES-ELDER-COUPLE_W0QQitemZ120462428461QQcmdZViewItemQQptZArt_Sculpture?hash=item1c0c1ec92d&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_669wt_1088
posted by k. Schaubz on 8-26-2009 at 2:54 pm
A cough drop used by one of the Jonas brothers! You’ll have to use the change to get a display case and some type of security system.
http://cgi.ebay.com/i-knw-really-weird-used-cough-drop-from-jonas-brothers_W0QQitemZ170374307071QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item27ab199cff&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 2:54 pm
(custom-magic infused?) haunted ring to attrach money and wealth…..
http://cgi.ebay.com/HAUNTED-ATTRACT-MONEY-WEALTH-18K-GP-JADE-RING_W0QQitemZ370168618304QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item562fc4dd40&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Jamie on 8-26-2009 at 3:06 pm
A huge geode! And it rattles, apparently. Put a “shake me” sign by it. How do we know it’s a geode? What makes it rattle? I dunno, but it can double as a paper weight. Oh yeah – it’s from Kentucky.
http://cgi.ebay.com/18-ONE-HUGE-KENTUCKY-GEODE-RATTLES-LOUDLY-ODD-N-WEIRD_W0QQitemZ370250506734QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5634a661ee&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 3:08 pm
25 mystery surprises for under 2 bucks
http://cgi.ebay.com/25-MYSTERY-SURPRISES-Sample-submit-service-FREE-SHIP_W0QQitemZ350244666270QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518c357b9e&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Uncus on 8-26-2009 at 3:09 pm
It’s only $0.02! Email the sender something you would like him to comment on and he will reply with his $0.02! :)
http://cgi.ebay.com/My-TWO-cents-Worth_W0QQitemZ270444968981QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef7c6bc15&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Laurie Beth on 8-26-2009 at 3:10 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Resident-Evil-5-Snow-Globe-Capcom_W0QQitemZ220470571000QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item335511eff8&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
DUDE! Resident Evil 5 snow globe!
1) it’s advertising, which is in your blood! and 2) It’s Resident Evil. In a SNOW GLOBE! Perfect paper weight for your desk!
posted by Hyacinth on 8-26-2009 at 3:12 pm
A rubber stamp, inkpad not included but hey, you’ll have change leftover. Make it your personal crest and stamp it next to your signature. Why a lion-thing spitting water? Sounds like an opportunity to invent a unique tale about your past, or just let them wonder…
http://cgi.ebay.com/weird-unusual-LION-SPITTING-WATER-rubber-stamp-unique_W0QQitemZ290342273870QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4399bf834e&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 3:18 pm
the nbc show chuck is beyond awesome, especially for us proud nerds (if you haven’t seen it yet, you really should [online at thewb.com and hulu]). here’s a fun little prop you can proudly display:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Chuck-TV-Series-ID-Badge-Nerd-Herder-Of-The-Month_W0QQitemZ390063109943QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5ad192b737&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
i may actually have to get one myself…
posted by ChuckNut on 8-26-2009 at 3:20 pm
first, it seems necessary
http://cgi.ebay.com/Self-Defense-Against-Alien-Abduction-pamphlet_W0QQitemZ270445395001QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef7cd3c39&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
and this one seems like good wholesome fun
http://cgi.ebay.com/The-Robot-and-the-Robot-Returns-weird-strange-cool_W0QQitemZ180312512601QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item29fb769859&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by lynzie on 8-26-2009 at 3:20 pm
“orange cheddar cauliflower” seeds: http://cgi.ebay.com/Orange-Cheddar-Cauliflower-35-Seeds-Unique-Veggie_W0QQitemZ290313577876QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item439809a594&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Sara on 8-26-2009 at 3:20 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/19th-Century-Antique-Tin-w-Blonde-Human-Hair-Curls_W0QQitemZ310163122592QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item483729a9a0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Who doesn’t need a little stash of human hair on their desk?
posted by Emily on 8-26-2009 at 3:23 pm
A Ukrainian wooden whistle, only 99 cents!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Ukrainian-wooden-Whistle-Sopilka-Flute_W0QQitemZ320414443687QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4a9a3068a7&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Alicia on 8-26-2009 at 3:30 pm
now here’s something you don’t see every day
http://cgi.ebay.com/COBRA-SNAKE-WINE-scorpion-TAXIDERMY-weird-bottle_W0QQitemZ270446565668QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef7df1924&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
recaptcha: 46 hoaxers
(could the guy who made the above linked-to product be one of them?)
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 3:31 pm
a daschund hand made bookend (just one):
http://cgi.ebay.com/Daschund-Hound-Hand-Made-Charles-W-Rudd-80-Bookend_W0QQitemZ200375783565QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2ea753d08d&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_512wt_907
posted by mor on 8-26-2009 at 3:32 pm
a can of “armadilla parts”. Road Kill Brand? Hmm.
http://cgi.ebay.com/3-can-of-ARMADILLA-PARTS-ROAD-KILL-BRAND-weird_W0QQitemZ230370868274QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item35a32c7c32&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 3:43 pm
wicked-looking bottle/can opener
http://cgi.ebay.com/bottle-and-can-opener-very-unusual-and-rare-weird_W0QQitemZ290343558556QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4399d31d9c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Elizabeth on 8-26-2009 at 3:48 pm
I just want to vote for the haunted doll :-)
posted by Sarah on 8-26-2009 at 3:59 pm
A meteor:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Canyon-Diablo-Meteor-Crater-8-7-grams-oxide-meteorite_W0QQitemZ380152425287QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5882d9ab47&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_1215wt_1165
item #380152425287
posted by Thomasl714 on 8-26-2009 at 4:03 pm
Get a five dollar confederate note!
http://cgi.ebay.com/5-Bill-Note-Confederate-Currency-Money-Civil-War-Era_W0QQitemZ260467233305QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca50e9219&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_720wt_1165
posted by Thomasl714 on 8-26-2009 at 4:08 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/The-Mini-Voodoo-Kit_W0QQitemZ180398730444QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2a009a2ccc&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Mini Voodoo Kit.
posted by Jack on 8-26-2009 at 4:20 pm
how could ANYTHING beat the empire carpet man bobblehead? it’s a midwest (and now east coast) staple!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/FUNKO-EMPIRE-CARPET-MAN-Exclusive-MIB-GUY_W0QQitemZ300341833062QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item45edc4ad66&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_500wt_1088
posted by Heather on 8-26-2009 at 4:21 pm
I sure hope you’re a Star Wars geek!
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Star-Wars-Starfighter-w-Shadow-Biker-Scout-MINT_W0QQitemZ320415628795QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4a9a427dfb&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Michelle on 8-26-2009 at 4:22 pm
Brush the dust off that brain… http://cgi.ebay.com/PYRE-PUZZLE-WOODEN-BRAIN-TEASERS-OR-DECOR_W0QQitemZ180398705076QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Toys_Games_Games?hash=item2a0099c9b4&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by stevie g on 8-26-2009 at 4:23 pm
You could put it on your desk but make sure you leave the ac on and keep it out of the sun:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Potato-shaped-like-Snoopy-head_W0QQitemZ250485381904QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a52179b10&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_500wt_1182
posted by mischki on 8-26-2009 at 4:25 pm
Chicken Ranch Brothel Bell
http://cgi.ebay.com/Chicken-Ranch-Brothel-Cathouse-Whorehouse-Lg-Brass-Bell_W0QQitemZ220470641951QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item335513051f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by John on 8-26-2009 at 4:27 pm
Or you could brush up on your algebra, chemistry, and constitutional law with this box of mid-1930’s school notebooks and papers…
http://cgi.ebay.com/Box-of-mid-1930s-school-notebooks-papers_W0QQitemZ350242272998QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518c10f6e6&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_500wt_1182
posted by mischki on 8-26-2009 at 4:30 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Star-Trek-VINA-GREEN-ORION-Animal-SLAVE-Window-Cling_W0QQitemZ390083990086QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5ad2d15246&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
what else could you possibly want hanging from your window?
posted by Afua on 8-26-2009 at 4:31 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/In-Memory-of-Michael-Jackson-Bill-Commemorative-Bills_W0QQitemZ400068433021QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5d25efd47d&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by RAD on 8-26-2009 at 4:32 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Your-long-lost-sock_W0QQitemZ280387508506QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item414865d91a&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by RAD on 8-26-2009 at 4:37 pm
Used ball-gag anyone?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Lock-Goth-Rubber-Mouth-Gag-Real-Leather-Head-Mask-02N_W0QQitemZ150368454279QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2302a88687&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by wow on 8-26-2009 at 4:44 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/ALFRED-HITCHCOCK-THE-BIRDS-1-5-FRIDGE-MAGNET_W0QQitemZ190323303999QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2c5027263f&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
An Alfred Hitchcok Birds magnet :)
posted by BJ on 8-26-2009 at 4:55 pm
Tickles the Tapeworm notebook keychain
http://cgi.ebay.com/Tickles-the-Tapeworm-notebook-keychain-PARASITE-NEW-NR_W0QQitemZ260467859827QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca5182173&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
recaptcha: japan disaster
posted by nikki on 8-26-2009 at 5:11 pm
This one is awesome mostly because of the user’s item description:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Lightning-Bark-Magical-Properties_W0QQitemZ140340560292QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item20acf301a4&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by nikki on 8-26-2009 at 5:16 pm
How many times has this happened to you: You’re relaxing at your desk getting ready to open a beer and a bottle of wine when you realize, “Oh no!! I don’t have a bottle opener OR a corkscrew.” About that time your coworker comes into your office with a look of distress upon his face. His wife packed him a tuna and marmalade sandwich for lunch but he forgot to bring the salt and pepper, and everyone knows you can’t eat a tuna and marmalade sandwich without salt and pepper. But wait!!! You suddenly remember your salt and pepper shakers with attached bottle opener and corkscrew just came in the mail! Whew, crisis averted. You offer to share your beer if your coworker will share his tuna and marmalade sandwich and all is well. Just another day a Mental Floss.
For sale one salt and pepper shaker/bottle opener corkscrew set. This vintage set comes with their own display case. Not to mention the cute their painted little faces are! Opening bid at $4.99, what a steal!
posted by Meagan on 8-26-2009 at 5:30 pm
How many times has this happened to you: You’re relaxing at your desk getting ready to open a beer and a bottle of wine when you realize, “Oh no!! I don’t have a bottle opener OR a corkscrew.” About that time your coworker comes into your office with a look of distress upon his face. His wife packed him a tuna and marmalade sandwich for lunch but he forgot to bring the salt and pepper, and everyone knows you can’t eat a tuna and marmalade sandwich without salt and pepper. But wait!!! You suddenly remember your salt and pepper shakers with attached bottle opener and corkscrew just came in the mail! Whew, crisis averted. You offer to share your beer if your coworker will share his tuna and marmalade sandwich and all is well. Just another day a Mental Floss.
For sale one salt and pepper shaker/bottle opener corkscrew set. This vintage set comes with their own display case. Not to mention the cute their painted little faces are! Opening bid at $4.99, what a steal!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=230370846775&Category=13928&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26its%3DI%26otn%3D2
posted by Meagan on 8-26-2009 at 5:41 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/etched-Seymchan-meteorite-slice_W0QQitemZ180400963587QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2a00bc4003&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Fran on 8-26-2009 at 5:42 pm
I think this one’s my favorite:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ANTIQUE-Gambles-Cat-Bank-Yellow-Cat-Bank-Retro-1970s_W0QQitemZ250488227380QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a52430634&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Also pretty neat desk trinkets:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ANTIQUE-CASTANETS_W0QQitemZ160357825144QQcmdZViewItemQQptZVintgae_Drums_Percussion?hash=item2556123a78&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://cgi.ebay.com/1920-A-C-WILLIAMS-ELEPHANT-ON-WHEELS-COIN-BANK-SUPER_W0QQitemZ320416548046QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4a9a5084ce&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by MH on 8-26-2009 at 5:42 pm
Haunted Box http://cgi.ebay.com/Creepy-Possessed-Haunted-Box_W0QQitemZ280387997086QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item41486d4d9e&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Ghost Named Hamster! eats jub jubs
posted by Paul on 8-26-2009 at 5:46 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Chinese-Ming-Dynasty-Rare-Statue-Official-1400-AD_W0QQitemZ140342068964QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAsian_Antiques?hash=item20ad0a06e4&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_6685wt_939
A Chinese statue!
posted by Ellie on 8-26-2009 at 6:20 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Jello-brain-mold-pumpkin-jar_W0QQitemZ280389880092QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item41488a091c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
A mold to make a Jello brain (would work just as well with plaster of paris) *and* a brain display jar! Talk about a conversation starter!
posted by MG on 8-26-2009 at 6:30 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/LQQK-Naughty-animal-crackers-Not-staged-found-as-is_W0QQitemZ170375618676QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item27ab2da074&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Accidentally naughty animal crackers. If I were you, I’d coat this in something to preserve it forever … get your money’s worth.
posted by MG on 8-26-2009 at 6:36 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/RUSSIAN-ADULT-GAS-MASK-GOTH-PUNK-SLIPKNOT-STEAMPUNK_W0QQitemZ300341344446QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item45edbd38be&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_1507wt_907
A soviet-era gas mask. I’m assuming that it still works, but even if it doesn’t it’d still look badass.
posted by Sir Vanderhoot on 8-26-2009 at 6:43 pm
Prime advertising space:
http://cgi.ebay.com/YOUR-message-on-MY-beer-gut_W0QQitemZ120462058973QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c0c1925dd&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Arkansaslegs on 8-26-2009 at 6:45 pm
Because Mental Floss Makes me think:
http://cgi.ebay.com/RONSON-BOOK-ENDS-THE-THINKER_W0QQitemZ250488265014QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3a52439936&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Because you always need a little more light around:
http://cgi.ebay.com/8-led-USB-Mini-apple-flower-table-lamp-led-for-PC_W0QQitemZ180399974778QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLamps_US?hash=item2a00ad297a&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
These are to go with the lamp:
http://cgi.ebay.com/12-Butterfly-Shaped-Paper-Clips-Buy-4-Get-1-Free_W0QQitemZ320381307680QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4a9836cb20&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
I think these are great!
posted by Lore on 8-26-2009 at 7:25 pm
How about a blue paperweight of the world?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Blue-Glass-World-Globe-Paperweight-w-gift-box_W0QQitemZ120461227736QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c0c0c76d8&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Monica on 8-26-2009 at 7:42 pm
I know you have a lot of great suggestions but here is one that you really need.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Scottish-Man-Playing-Bagpipes-Whiskey-Decanter_W0QQitemZ280389562470QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4148853066&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
The Scottish man playing the bagpipes would be a great conversation piece. And if work gets to be too much, You could always drink the whiskey out of the container.
posted by veete on 8-26-2009 at 7:51 pm
A great tribute to a great man.
Bob Hope Egg Plant
http://cgi.ebay.com/Bob-Hope-Eggplant_W0QQitemZ200375616946QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2ea75145b2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Johnathan on 8-26-2009 at 7:56 pm
Nurit 8000 8020 Wireless Credit Card Terminal GPRS FREE
http://cgi.ebay.com/Nurit-8000-8020-Wireless-Credit-Card-Terminal-GPRS-FREE_W0QQitemZ260467869394QQcmdZViewItemQQptZBI_Credit_Card_Terminals?hash=item3ca51846d2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
It appears, that with this nifty gadget, you’ll be able to process the sales of Mental Floss merchandise [magazine subscriptions/Tshirt orders/ etc...]immediately as they come across your desk!
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 8:55 pm
Many a business frames the first DOLLAR they earn… who *wouldn’t* want THIS, the Limited Edition Michael Jackson ‘1000000′ Bill?!
And, as you get 2 bills for each bid… just think how much you get for your $5! Wow! ;-)
http://cgi.ebay.com/LIMITED-EDITION-MICHAEL-JACKSON-TRIBUTE-BILL-2-1-00_W0QQitemZ170354701692QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item27a9ee757c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:07 pm
Need some luck? try this
http://cgi.ebay.com/Feng-Shui-FORTUNE-COINS-I-Ching-Chinese-Brass-LOT-OF-20_W0QQitemZ400063545262QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5d25a53fae&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_3648wt_754
I guess you can’t put this on your desk but witchcraft, oh I mean Witchcraft spells can come in handy
http://cgi.ebay.com/30-Witchcraft-Spells-Dream-Pillow-Prophecy-Clairvoyance_W0QQitemZ270446704951QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ef7e13937&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_7605wt_907
or if you need some purification,
http://cgi.ebay.com/4-White-Sage-Bundle-Smudge-Stick-w-Instructions_W0QQitemZ220465039369QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3354bd8809&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_2577wt_979
I love the metaphysical section of ebay, if I could be more dishonest I would just make stuff up and then sell it to people.
posted by David on 8-26-2009 at 9:10 pm
It appears bidding has ended for the ‘Nurit’ I mentioned above. However, there are numerous others like it available, including:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Nurit-8000-8020-Wireless-Credit-Card-Terminal-GPRS-FREE_W0QQitemZ260468318927QQcmdZViewItemQQptZBI_Credit_Card_Terminals?hash=item3ca51f22cf&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:20 pm
Decorate your desk while declaring your love of Kitties and the NRA with this decal:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Hello-Kitty-AK-47-NRA-gun-rifle-car-import-vinyl-decal_W0QQitemZ110403475120QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b48f56b0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:24 pm
HANDS Down (actually that should be OUTSTRETCHED), this is what you need…
http://cgi.ebay.com/Virtual-Handshake-INSTANT-GLOWING-FEEDBACK_W0QQitemZ180400467518QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2a00b4ae3e&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:29 pm
What everyone needs… the Chick Fil A cow decked out in FOR-MOOl attire (a Suit)
http://cgi.ebay.com/Chick-fil-a-logo-plush-cow-in-a-suit_W0QQitemZ380152859467QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5882e04b4b&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:40 pm
Forget RUBIK’s… here’s the cube for you!
http://cgi.ebay.com/DUKE-UNIVERSITY-BLUE-DEVILS-CUBE-PUZZLE-NEW_W0QQitemZ220469395375QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_SM_Fan_Shop?hash=item3354ffffaf&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:46 pm
Need to be enLIGHTened?
http//cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&item=170376115322
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:47 pm
http//cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&item=170376115322
posted by Amy on 8-26-2009 at 9:49 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/Dirt-Cheap-Money-Spell-Obtain-Money-Fast_W0QQitemZ290326022955QQcmdZViewItem
Dirt Cheap Money Spell….buy it NOW for $1.25…..go to McDonald’s put your breakfast on your desk…chow down..expand your waistline and your wallet…Cast a good $$$ spell…Ciao!
posted by Ruby Red Lips on 8-26-2009 at 10:56 pm
http://cgi.ebay.com/WAFFLE-HOUSE-TABLE-TENT-14-MEALS-UNDER-5-NEVER-USED_W0QQitemZ290343759211QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4399d62d6b&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Waffle House anyone?
http://cgi.ebay.com/President-WASHINGTON-Birthday-TAKING-OATH-POSTCARD_W0QQitemZ330310349511QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4ce807f2c7&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
How about George Washington? You can even make an offer, and shipping is free!
posted by Lupis on 8-26-2009 at 11:27 pm
candy… cute small animals… fake poop a little something for everyone!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Poopin-Pets-Pooping-Squirrel-Candy-Dispenser-NEW_W0QQitemZ390082438342QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5ad2b9a4c6&_trksid=p4999.c0.m14
posted by Nacho on 8-26-2009 at 11:45 pm
And you thought Chuck Norris was only good at kung fu:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Belt-Patriotism-by-Chuck-Norris-2008-Hardcover_W0QQitemZ190330915762QQcmdZViewItemQQ_pidZ65768280QQmediaitemZ1QQptZUS_Nonfiction_Book?hash=item2c509b4bb2&_trksid=p4295.c0.m312#ht_500wt_975
posted by Nicole on 8-27-2009 at 12:33 am
http://cgi.ebay.com/Figurine-Animal-Ceramic-Miniature-2-Chicken-FREE-SHIP_W0QQitemZ320416282808QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item4a9a4c78b8&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
They’re chickens! Who doesn’t want chickens on their desk? And they’re about the size of a penny!
posted by Krystle on 8-27-2009 at 1:07 am
http://cgi.ebay.com/4-Beatles-pbs-Trivia-Compleat-Quiz-Yesterday-Today_W0QQitemZ220471062337QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAntiquarian_Collectible?hash=item3355196f41&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
40 years ago (Almost exactly to the day) John Lennon announced he was leaving the Beatles. So, this tells me that a Beatles mental_floss piece could be on the cards. What better tool could you ask for other than a (rare) Beatles trivia book and (rare) Beatles quiz book?
posted by Mick on 8-27-2009 at 2:13 am
If I had to narrow to 3 choices, it would be:
- naughty animal cracker (posted @ 6:36p)
- beer gut advertising (6:45p)
- chuck norris (12:33a today)
posted by J on 8-27-2009 at 10:35 am
http://cgi.ebay.com/BAG-OF-DOG-HAIR-BLACK-GREY-ART-KNIT-DECOR_W0QQitemZ320415667389QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_2?hash=item4a9a4314bd&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
You could decoratively display this in a fishbowl on your desk. Maybe even run a string of Christmas lights through it for effect. ;) Or pretend it’s Magnum PI’s chest hair.
posted by Rachel O. on 8-27-2009 at 10:44 am
For your love of Def Leppard:
One Joe Elliott playing card
http://cgi.ebay.com/RARE-KERRANG-PLAYING-CARD-Joe-Elliott-Def-Leppard_W0QQitemZ370248217489QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Music_Music_Memorabilia_LE?hash=item5634837391&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Zippo Lighter
http://cgi.ebay.com/Def-Leppard-Zippo-Lighter-24567-Brand-New_W0QQitemZ130326729045QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1e58141155&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
What fan doesn’t have the guitar pick set!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Def-Leppard-Custom-Guitar-Pick-4-Picks-PIKCARD_W0QQitemZ250486281907QQcmdZViewItemQQptZGuitar_Accessories?hash=item3a522556b3&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
posted by J on 8-27-2009 at 10:58 am
i think you should donate it to charity and go wash your hands…
posted by casual_observer on 8-27-2009 at 11:37 am
“Invisible” Spray for you car.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Make-your-car-invisible-to-traffic-cameras_W0QQitemZ260466496363QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca503536b&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14#ht_2650wt_1165
posted by C.A. on 8-27-2009 at 12:41 pm