The Flintstones and Pebbles ##1
Charlton Comics • The Flintstones and Pebbles (Vol. 1)
Writer
Joe Gill (uncredited on cover)
Interior Artist
Ray Dirgo
Cover Artist
Ray Dirgo
Publication Date
May 1970
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Premier issue of the Charlton series featuring Fred, Wilma, and Pebbles Flintstone. Contains several short stories including 'The Rock-And-Roll Model' and 'The Big Blow-Up'. This series followed the earlier Gold Key / Dell runs.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks; rounded and blunted corners (notably bottom right); edge wear and minor chipping on the right side; yellowish/tan tint to the cover indicating paper aging; slight vertical crease near the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30; Graded (CGC 4.0): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Comparable 4.0 - 5.0 copies have sold between $20 and $40 on auction sites recently. High-grade copies (9.0+) are rare and command over $200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The estimated cost of grading ($30+) plus shipping would likely equal or exceed the total market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
First issue of the Charlton Comics run. Features 'All New Stories & Art' tag. Iconic Ray Dirgo cover art. Contains 15 cent price point.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1970 Charlton publication. The 'C' logo, comic code seal, and Ray Dirgo signature align with known originals. Paper stock shows appropriate age-related browning for newsprint of that era.