Teen Beam #No. 2
Ideal Publishing Corp. • Teen Beam Vol. 1
Writer
Various
Interior Artist
Various
Cover Artist
Photo Cover
Publication Date
February 1967
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A 1960s teen idol fan magazine featuring pop culture articles, pinups, and features on musical groups of the era such as The Monkees, Herman's Hermits, and The Association.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor spine wear, slight corner blunting, well-preserved inside a protective bag and board, glossy cover intact with minor handling indentations.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60, Graded: $100 - $150 depending on market demand for 1960s pop culture teen idol magazines.
Recent Sales
Comparable 1960s teen magazines like Teen Screen and 16 Magazine in similar condition sell between $25 and $50 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate value; professional grading may not be cost-effective unless targeting a specific niche pop culture collector, but cleaning and pressing could slightly elevate display appeal.
Notable Features
Features classic 1960s pop music groups like The Monkees during the height of Beatlemania-era teen magazine fandom.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with period-appropriate newsprint quality, staple placement, and photographic color saturation consistent with 1967 publication standards.