Mad magazine first issue value

Originally a comic book, Mad developed readerships of over 2, in the 70s, known for the brilliant satirical pieces that filled each page. The comic ran for 23 issues before being converted to magazine format, primarily to avoid the attention of the Comics Code Authority. Nowadays, mad magazine first issue value mascot, Alfred E. Neuman, is generally slapped on the cover to stand in for a new movie or event that the comic focuses on that issue.

Changes from last year: regular issues 1, , 28, 30, 31, 76, 86, 89, 90, , , , , , , , , Worst , Follies 1, 2 increased see 52nd edition. No better time to start collecting if you can find them! Please Note: No price list for paperbacks has been developed. Click To Buy Gemstone Publishing has information on this guide and other valuable resources. Before a Mad's true value can be assessed, its condition or state of preservation must be determined. In all Mads, the better the condition the more desirable and valuable the Mad. Therefore it is very important to be able to properly grade your Mads.

Mad magazine first issue value

Seller: Mad-Museum , Velleron, France. Seller Rating:. Contact seller. From France to U. Couverture souple. Edition originale. Thompson, Hunter S. Published by Spider, Oakland, First Edition. Within U.

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JavaScript must be enabled to use this site. Please enable JavaScript in your browser and refresh the page. Auction in progress, bid now! Weekly Auction ends Monday March 18! Debut issue of the iconic publication Mad, which would change to magazine format with issue Cover by Harvey Kurtzman. Cover by Jack Davis.

Mad magazine first issue value

Originally a comic book, Mad developed readerships of over 2,, in the 70s, known for the brilliant satirical pieces that filled each page. The comic ran for 23 issues before being converted to magazine format, primarily to avoid the attention of the Comics Code Authority. Nowadays, the mascot, Alfred E.

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A recent sale broke the record, with a CGC 9. Some discoloration, fading, foxing, and even minor soiling is allowed. Non-consecutive with no duplicates. Mads in this grade are usually soiled, faded, ragged and possibly unattractive. Book-length creases, tears and folds may be present. No interior autographs or owner signatures. Compare vs Other Items. Used by permission. Paper is cream to off-white and supple. Continue shopping. Possible minor color break allowed. Changes from last year: regular issues 1, , 28, 30, 31, 76, 86, 89, 90, , , , , , , , , Worst , Follies 1, 2 increased see 52nd edition. One is at the top edge of the front cover and the other at the bottom edge of the back cover. Minor to moderate staple tears and moderate stress lines may be present, as well as some rust migration. Interior tears are common.

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Tape and other forms of amateur repair are increasingly common. Most issues are in near fine condition and appeared to have only been lightly read if at all, A few have some light soiling and store price stickers but over all near fine. Can have an accumulation of creases or dimples. Possible minor color break allowed. Store stamp, name stamp, arrival date and initials are permitted. Only minor unobtrusive tape and other amateur repair allowed on otherwise high grade copies. Lipscomb, Ed; Walter, Hon. In the 24th issue of the comic, Mad decided to turn into a magazine. No hint of acidity in the odor of the newsprint. Articles in the first comic book consisted of "Hoohah! Magazine - 1st. Within U. Paper is brown to tan and fairly supple with no signs of brittleness.