Archie's Joke Book Magazine #No. 249
Archie Comics • Archie's Joke Book Magazine
Writer
Frank Doyle
Interior Artist
Dan DeCarlo
Cover Artist
Stan Goldberg
Publication Date
August 1978
Cover Variant
Regular Edition / Newsstand (UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A collection of gag humor and short stories featuring Archie Andrews, Betty Cooper, Veronica Lodge, and Jughead Jones. The story focuses on situational comedy involving Archie's dating mishaps and teen life in Riverdale.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking creases in the bottom right corner, noticeable spine stress and rolling, minor corner blunting, and slight yellowing of the cover edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded 9.0+: $25 - $40
Recent Sales
Copies in mid-grade typically sell in bulk lots for $2-$5 per issue. High-grade slabbed copies are rare for this specific issue as it is not a major key.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The costs of CGC/CBCS submission would exceed the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Features a newsstand UPC barcode which was becoming standard for the late 70s Archie line. No major first appearances or keys.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1970s newsprint interior and glossy cover stock. Staple placement and logos are consistent with period Archie Publications.