Charlie Chaplin in the Movies #No. 316
M.A. Donohue & Co. • Charlie Chaplin in the Movies
Writer
Unknown
Interior Artist
Unknown
Cover Artist
Unknown
Publication Date
1917
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Early 20th-century publication featuring the iconic silent film actor and comedian Charlie Chaplin, celebrating his early cinematic works and comedic persona.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Heavy edge wear, corner rounding, surface creasing, tanning, and potential minor tears along the borders due to age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $150, Graded: $200 - $400 depending on exact certification and interior completeness.
Recent Sales
Very scarce vintage item; comparable antique Chaplin ephemera and early softcover books occasionally sell within the $75 to $250 range depending on preservation.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a specialized vintage collection, as the grading and conservation costs may outweigh the value increase for a lower-grade antique publication.
Notable Features
Vintage antique horizontal format softcover publication dated 1917 by M.A. Donohue & Co. Chicago, featuring classic silent film iconography.
Authentication Notes
Displays authentic period-appropriate paper aging, typography, and publisher imprints consistent with 1917 manufacturing standards.