Casper's Ghostland and all his friends #No. 68
Harvey Comics • Casper's Ghostland
Writer
Unknown (Uncredited Harvey Staff)
Interior Artist
Warren Kremer (attributed)
Cover Artist
Warren Kremer (attributed)
Publication Date
Sept. 1972
Cover Variant
Regular Harvey Giant Size
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A 'Giant Size' anthology issue featuring Casper the Friendly Ghost. The story involves Casper and his friends (Spooky, Wendy, The Ghostly Trio, and Nightmare the Ghost Horse) in various adventures. This issue features a space-themed cover following the Apollo moon landing craze of the era, showing Casper with a camera near a lunar lander and astronauts.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
The comic shows moderate wear consistent with its age. Noted issues include significant spine stress and color-breaking ticks on the left edge. There is visible corner blunting, specifically the bottom right corner showing fraying. A red circular price sticker is applied directly to the cover surface on the right side. The overall surface shows some light soiling and minor edgewear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 4.0): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade Harvey Giants from the early 70s range from $8 to $25 depending on character popularity. Casper titles remain consistently collectible but common.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission (approx. $30-$50) likely exceeds the final market value of a mid-grade copy. This is a great candidate for a protective bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
52-page Giant Size issue. Moon landing themed cover. Features character vignettes on the left border for Casper, Spooky, Wendy, The Ghostly Trio, and Nightmare. Includes 'Look for me on the Moon' Casper seal in the upper left corner.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1972 Harvey publication. The PDC 52126-1 code, 25c price point, and specific ink saturation on the Harvey logo are consistent with the era. The page quality appears to be standard newsprint which may show tanning upon closer interior inspection.