Rin Tin Tin & Rusty ##69
S.A.G.E. Éditions • Rin Tin Tin et Rusty (French Series)
Writer
Various (based on the TV series)
Interior Artist
Various
Cover Artist
Unknown (Standard S.A.G.E. editorial art)
Publication Date
October 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A French translated adaptation of the adventures of the German Shepherd Rin Tin Tin and his young companion Rusty, set in the American Old West with the 101st Cavalry. This issue features a story focused on Native American encounters titled 'Les Indiens'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine roll and heavy spine wear; significant corner blunting upper right and lower left; color-breaking creases; moderate surface dirt/foxing; aging/yellowing of paper visible at edges; price sticker residue/tag on top left red box.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD / Graded: Likely not applicable for this tier.
Recent Sales
Copies of the French S.A.G.E. Rin Tin Tin series typically sell for 5€ to 12€ on European marketplaces like eBay.fr or Delcampe.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the comic. Best preserved in a fresh acid-free bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
French language edition; published by S.A.G.E. Paris; includes 'Vignettes en couleurs à découper' (color stickers/cut-outs) mentioned on the cover; TV tie-in 'Vedettes de la T.V.' branding.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1960s French publication. Paper quality shows expected oxidation for S.A.G.E. stocks from this era. No indicators of reproduction.