AVENTURAS DE CAPULINA ##1148
Editormex • Aventuras de Capulina (Volume 1)
Writer
Various Editormex Staff
Interior Artist
Various Editormex Staff
Cover Artist
Oscar González Guerrero (likely)
Publication Date
July 29, 1984
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the comedic misadventures of Capulina (the stage name of Gaspar Henaine), one of Mexico's most famous comedians. The story titled 'Vamonos de Excursion!' (Let's Go on a Trip!) likely involves slapstick situations involving nature, such as the bees and snake depicted on the cover.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fair (CGC 1.0)
Condition Details
Heavy wear and damage including multiple large tears along the spine and upper left corner, paper loss (chipping), significant color-breaking creases across the entire cover, deep corner blunting, soiling/staining, and evidence of moisture dampness. The spine is severely degraded with staples likely loose.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD. Graded: N/A (Cost of grading exceeds value).
Recent Sales
Comparable issues of this 1980s Mexican humor series in mid-grade typically sell for $10-$20. Lower grade copies are often found in bulk lots or at low 'filler' prices.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The condition is too poor and the market value for this specific issue is lower than the cost of the grading service fees.
Notable Features
Foreign comic (Mexico); features iconic Mexican comedian Gaspar Henaine (Capulina); Spanish language; features 'Vamonos de Excursion!' cover story.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Mexican edition published by Editormex. Indicators include the specific $35.00 (Pesos) price point consistent with 1984 hyperinflation in Mexico, paper stock indicative of 'libro semanal' newsprint, and correct masthead typography.