The Ren & Stimpy Show ##24
Marvel Comics • The Ren & Stimpy Show Vol. 1
Writer
Barry Dutter
Interior Artist
Darren Auck
Cover Artist
Darren Auck (Attributed)
Publication Date
November 1994
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (with UPC barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this issue, Stimpy enlists a frustrated Ren to help him collect box tops from 'Gritty Kitty' litter to earn prizes. It captures the gross-out humor and kinetic energy of the original Nickelodeon animated series. No major first appearances or key deaths occur in this issue.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0 - 8.5 range)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Some slight corner blunting on the bottom right. Minor surface scuffing or dullness may be present on the dark purple background, typical for this era's paper stock. The cover appears flat with good color retention.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of mid-to-high late-run issues of Ren & Stimpy typically sell in bundles for $2-$5 per book. Individually, high-grade copies sell for approximately $5-$10 plus shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book. It is best enjoyed as a raw collectible in a bag and board.
Notable Features
Features the 'Box Tops' storyline. Contains the 'Approved by the Comics Code' seal. Late-run Marvel humor title. Direct Edition UPC barcode in the lower-left corner.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic with correct 1994 Marvel era newsprint-style interior pages and semi-gloss cover stock. Staple placement and registration of the 'Marvel' and 'Nickelodeon' logos are consistent with official production.