Uncle Scrooge ##177
Whitman (Western Publishing) • Uncle Scrooge
Writer
Carl Fallberg
Interior Artist
Tony Strobl
Cover Artist
Tony Strobl
Publication Date
June 1980
Cover Variant
Regular (Whitman Logo)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The issue features the story 'The Mysterious Stone Ray,' where Scrooge McDuck encounters a device that can turn objects and people into stone. It also contains several gag stories and backup features with Huey, Dewey, and Louie.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress, blunted corners especially on the right edge, minor surface staining on the yellow background, edge wear on the right side, and possible mild tanning on the page edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Similar Whitman issues in Mid-Grade raw condition typically sell for $3.00 - $10.00 on eBay. High-grade (NM- or better) copies can command a premium due to the fragility of Whitman cardstock.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading ($25+) far exceed the current market value of a mid-grade issue from this era.
Notable Features
Features the 'Whitman' logo variant, which was primarily distributed in multi-packs or through direct market sales during the transition from Gold Key to Whitman branding. Cover price is $0.50.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copy on standard 1980s newsprint paper. The Whitman logo is correctly positioned in the upper left corner, and the color registration on the yellow cover appears consistent with mass-market production of that era.