Richie Rich Dollars and Cents ##61
Harvey Comics • Richie Rich Dollars and Cents Vol. 1
Writer
Uncredited
Interior Artist
Uncredited (Likely Ernie Colon or Sid Couchey)
Cover Artist
Uncredited (Standard Harvey House Style)
Publication Date
June 1974
Cover Variant
Regular Edition / Giant Size
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Anthology of short stories featuring Richie Rich, the 'Poor Little Rich Boy.' Typical stories involve Richie's immense wealth, his interactions with friends like Little Dot and Little Lotta, and his butler Cadbury. Includes humor-based plots centered on money.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Heavy wear visible; significant color-breaking vertical creases on the right side of the cover; multiple spine ticks; color loss; rounded and blunted corners; a large yellow price sticker on the front cover; possible staining near Richie's head; visible surface scuffing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (4.0): $25.00 - $35.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies of this era of Richie Rich range from $3 to $15 depending on the specific issue and volume of buyers.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the potential market value of the book in this condition. The yellow sticker and heavy creasing significantly impact the grade.
Notable Features
Giant Size 25-cent edition; cross-promotional appearances of Little Dot, Little Lotta, and Cadbury on the cover sidebar.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1974 Harvey publication. The paper aging (visible tanning on the edges) and newsprint texture are consistent with the period; the 'Harvey Giant Size' logo is consistent with 1970s branding.