PEP COMICS (1940-87) #22
CGC FN: 6.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Thursday, 10/01/2015 2:03 PM
$25,001
Sold For
31
Bids
PUBLISHER: MLJ
COMMENTS: off white pgs; Ext (P) ct, pc added, ts, cvr clnd, intr lightened, reinfcd
1st app. of Archie, Betty, & Jughead
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1st app. of Archie, Betty, & Jughead
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off white pgs; Ext (P) ct, pc added, ts, cvr clnd, intr lightened, reinfcd
1st app. of Archie, Betty, & JugheadWhile the superhero craze was booming across newsstands, up and coming publishers were looking for ways to stand out from the pack by creating new twists on existing tropes. In the case of MLJ, pay dirt had already been struck with Wilbur, the original comic-book teen craze, leading Bob Montana to pitch his idea for an awkward, girl-crazy teen based on his own experiences and sketches from his teenage years in small-town Massachusetts. As with his predecessor, the character's first appearance was an instant hit with readers, but unlike the rather cartoonish and limited Wilbur, Archie's personality and social circle were completely relatable to contemporary American youth and proved to be not only resilient but arguably the most commercially successful comic book creation of all time after Superman. One of the scarcest of major Golden Age keys, this first appearance of Archie Andrews has attained iconic status in recent years, as collectors have cottoned to its importance, value, and scarcity.A few short years ago, restored comics were unjustly overlooked, with the market driving prices ever higher, these issues are gaining desirability while consistently exceeding even our lofty hammer-price expectations. Very few copies exist, and even fewer are ever offered for sale, whether in original or restored condition. This is a solid investment, as it is one of the most-important comic books ever printed. This copy is very attractive, with bright yellows and reds adorning the cover.
Overstreet Guide 2015 FN (6.0) value = $60,000
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We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
1st app. of Archie, Betty, & JugheadWhile the superhero craze was booming across newsstands, up and coming publishers were looking for ways to stand out from the pack by creating new twists on existing tropes. In the case of MLJ, pay dirt had already been struck with Wilbur, the original comic-book teen craze, leading Bob Montana to pitch his idea for an awkward, girl-crazy teen based on his own experiences and sketches from his teenage years in small-town Massachusetts. As with his predecessor, the character's first appearance was an instant hit with readers, but unlike the rather cartoonish and limited Wilbur, Archie's personality and social circle were completely relatable to contemporary American youth and proved to be not only resilient but arguably the most commercially successful comic book creation of all time after Superman. One of the scarcest of major Golden Age keys, this first appearance of Archie Andrews has attained iconic status in recent years, as collectors have cottoned to its importance, value, and scarcity.A few short years ago, restored comics were unjustly overlooked, with the market driving prices ever higher, these issues are gaining desirability while consistently exceeding even our lofty hammer-price expectations. Very few copies exist, and even fewer are ever offered for sale, whether in original or restored condition. This is a solid investment, as it is one of the most-important comic books ever printed. This copy is very attractive, with bright yellows and reds adorning the cover.
Overstreet Guide 2015 FN (6.0) value = $60,000
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE