GAMES-Vintage Collectable 1989 Blue Barrel of Monkeys w/ 15 Monkeys

Details Condition :Used - like new Color: Blue Brand: Mattel This is a Great Vintage Find with all its pieces and in excellent condition. Barrel of Monkeys, specifically a vintage set with a blue barrel and 15 red monkeys. Origin and Evolution: The Barrel of Monkeys game was originally released by Lakeside Toys in 1965, created by Leonard Marks and Milton Dinhofer. It was later produced by Milton Bradley and then Hasbro. While earlier versions, like the 1965 original, came with 12 monkeys in multiple colors, later versions, such as the one you have, often featured a single color of monkeys (like red) and a varying number, with 15 being common in the 1989 Milton Bradley iteration. Gameplay: The objective is to create the longest possible chain of monkeys by hooking them together using their arms, without dropping any, once your turn is over your score is the number of monkeys you successfully linked. Vintage Appeal: Your set is considered vintage, particularly the 1989 Milton Bradley version with the blue barrel and 15 monkeys, which holds nostalgic value for many. Cultural Significance: Barrel of Monkeys has been a beloved childhood toy for decades, even making it onto Time magazine's "All-Time 100 Greatest Toys" list in 2011. It's also been featured in popular culture, including the Toy Story films.