Popeye the Sailor ##94
Charlton Comics • Popeye the Sailor (Charlton Series)
Writer
Joe Gill (attributed)
Interior Artist
George Wildman
Cover Artist
George Wildman
Publication Date
February 1969
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The New Scarecrow' along with other slapstick backup stories starring Popeye, Wimpy, and Olive Oyl. This issue is representative of the George Wildman era at Charlton Comics after they acquired the license from Gold Key/Dell.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 to 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor blunting on the top right and bottom right corners. Slight spine stress shown along the left edge. The yellow cover maintains high vibrancy, but there is some minor color chipping at the top edge. Overall very clean with no major creases or tears visible.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40; Graded (CGC 8.0+): $75 - $125
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-to-high grade Charlton Popeye issues range from $15 to $50 depending on the specific buyer interest in George Wildman era art. Lower grades sell for under $10.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for grading unless sentimental or trying for a registry set. The cost of grading typically exceeds the market value of the comic in this grade range for this specific era of Popeye.
Notable Features
Includes the 12-cent price point. Notable for being part of the Charlton Comics run which featured heavier slapstick humor compared to the earlier Dell/Gold Key versions. Features the Comics Code Authority seal.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age Charlton Comic. Exhibits correct typography for the 1969 era, including the red Charlton 'C' logo. Paper stock shows age-appropriate off-white to cream coloring common for Charlton's lower-grade paper pulp.