The Smurfs #Free Comic Book Day 2013
Papercutz • Papercutz Free Comic Book Day
Writer
Peyo, various others
Interior Artist
Peyo, various others
Cover Artist
Peyo
Publication Date
May 2013
Cover Variant
Regular (Free Comic Book Day)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Promotional anthology issue containing multiple short stories. Features 'The Smurfs' by Peyo, alongside backup stories for 'The Annoying Orange', 'Ariol', and 'Dinosaurs'. Aimed at all-ages readers.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine roll/curve visible on the left edge; significant cover scuffing and impact damage on the bottom right corner near the 'Papercutz' logo; minor color breaking spine ticks; general shelf wear from being in a box.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00. Graded (9.8): $20.00 - $30.00 (rarely graded).
Recent Sales
Often sold in bulk 'Free Comic Book Day' lots for $1-$2 per issue. High-grade single copies rarely exceed $5 to collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the comic, and the current condition is too low for investment purposes.
Notable Features
Free Comic Book Day exclusive; features the first Papercutz appearance of Annoying Orange in a comic format; includes a barcode/price box area that is blank as it was a free giveaway.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Papercutz FCBD production. Glossy cover stock and newsprint-style interior pages are standard for this 2013 release.