A single corn flake that is shaped like the US state of Illinois had yesterday attracted a top bid of $200,300 on the Internet auction site eBay. the shaped corn flake, which comes from a packet of Kellogg's Frosted Flakes, has grown in fame since it was reported for sale by news agencies at the weekend, having attracted a bid of $50. Since then the demand to have the large corn flake has grown and bidding will not until tomorrow.

The corn flake was put up for sale by two sisters in Virginia, Meilssa and Emily McIntire.

The sales pitch of the item on ebay reads: "This is a great opportunity to own a frosted corn flake shaped like the great state of Illinois! This frosted corn flake was pulled out of a box of Kellogg's Frosted Flakes and has undergone no alterations to is shape or appearance. It's uncanny resemblance is completely natural!

"The corn flake is larger than your average flake, measuring about 2 inches in length and 1 ? inches in width, and is just lightly frosted. Its large size adds impact to its unusual shape. This is a must have item for any Illinois lover, collector of food lookalikes, or anyone who desires a unique conversation item!"