Popeye and Consumer and Homemaking Careers #N/A (Special Promotional Comic)
King Features Syndicate (King Comics logo) • Popeye Educational Series / Career Education Comics
Writer
Joe Gill (attributed)
Interior Artist
George Wildman
Cover Artist
George Wildman
Publication Date
1972
Cover Variant
Regular Promotional Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An educational promotional comic part of a series sponsored by the U.S. Office of Education. Popeye and his friends (including Olive Oyl, Wimpy, and Bluto) explore various vocational career paths, specifically focusing on consumer services, nutrition, and home-related industries.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine roll and heavy spine stress with cracking; significant color-breaking creases on the bottom right corner; edge wear and minor tearing along the left margin; general surface soiling/foxing consistent with age; blunted corners.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15. Graded: $30 - $50 (though rarely graded due to low market demand).
Recent Sales
Similar King Features educational/promotional giveaways from the early 1970s typically sell for $10-$20 in mid-grade condition on platforms like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
Features the 'King' comic logo. Part of a set of 15 educational career comics. Artwork by George Wildman, a prolific Popeye artist. Contains a Comics Code Authority seal despite being a giveaway.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1970s newsprint promotional comic. The paper tanning and staple oxidation are consistent with the era and materials used for government-funded educational giveaways.