Mickey Mouse and Goofy Explore Energy #N/A (One-shot/Educational Comic)
Exxon Corporation (Walt Disney Productions) • Mickey Mouse and Goofy Explore Energy
Writer
Uncredited
Interior Artist
Walt Disney Studios (Uncredited)
Cover Artist
Walt Disney Studios (Uncredited)
Publication Date
1976 (Original) / 1979 (Revised edition likely shown)
Cover Variant
Giveaway / Promotional Edition
Printing
First Printing (Exxon giveaway edition)
Comic Description
Mickey Mouse and Goofy take a tour of various energy sources, including oil, coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewables like solar and wind. It was produced by Disney as an educational giveaway for the Exxon Corporation during the 1970s energy crisis.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy vertical subscription-style crease down the center. Significant spine stress and color breaking. Corner blunting and minor tears along the bottom edge. General surface wear and dulling of the front cover gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded: $40 - $60 (though rarely graded)
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $3 to $12 depending on condition. High-grade NM copies have recently sold for approximately $20.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The comic has a heavy central vertical crease and significant wear that would result in a low grade. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Educational promotional comic; commissioned by Exxon; features various energy-related signage on cover; lacks a UPC or standard price tag common to retail comics.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s Exxon giveaway comic. Paper stock is matte interior with a lightweight semi-gloss cover consistent with promotional Disney publications of the era.