The Partridge Family ##11
Charlton Comics • The Partridge Family Vol. 1
Writer
Joe Gill (uncredited on cover)
Interior Artist
Don Sherwood
Cover Artist
Don Sherwood
Publication Date
November 1972
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the storyline 'Yankee Doodle Danny' based on the 1970s TV musical sitcom. Includes the main cast members Shirley, Keith, Laurie, Danny, Chris, and Tracy Partridge.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress, heavy rounding and blunting of corners, significant color-breaking creases across the bottom right and top left, edge wear, and general surface soiling/staining on the white margins.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded: $35.00 - $50.00 (though grading costs would likely exceed the value)
Recent Sales
Similar low-grade raw copies of mid-run Partridge Family issues typically sell for under $10.00 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS services (approx $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Don Sherwood cover art; 20 cent price variant with UK 6p price mark; features 'The Grooviest!' tagline; Comics Code Authority seal visible.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1972 Charlton production. Paper stock shows typical age-related yellowing/toning characteristic of newsprint from this era.