Here is a 1967 "Topps Wanted Poster" with heading: "WANTED for penny larceny" and " CANDY STORE OWNER" (see images)
Back side has a some archival mending, generally in good, displayable condition.


Background: The 1967 Topps Wanted Posters novelty set holds a distinct place in non-sport trading card history, featuring 24 humorously illustrated, Wild West–style posters measuring 10" × 18.5" that parodied everyday figures. The "WANTED for Penny Larceny" poster prominently features the local Candy Store Owner, caricatured for petty crimes like shorting children on penny candy or substituting lower-grade sweets. Issued individually in 5-cent wax packs rather than as inserts in traditional baseball card series, these posters were printed on delicate paper stock and factory-folded to fit into tight packaging. Because young collectors routinely hung them on bedroom walls using pins, tape, or glue, surviving copies frequently suffer from severe paper loss, pinholes, and edge tears. These posters, especially key titles like the Candy Store Owner, Teacher, or Principal—are remarkably rare, making well-preserved pieces highly sought after by vintage Topps collectors.