77 Sunset Strip #No. 1159 (Four Color Series)
Dell Comics • Four Color
Writer
Uncredited
Interior Artist
Alex Toth (pencils and inks)
Cover Artist
Photo Cover
Publication Date
January/March 1961
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
TV tie-in featuring private investigators Stuart Bailey, Jeff Spencer, and Kookie. Features interior art by the legendary Alex Toth and stories titled 'The Squealer' and 'The Little Black Book'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible edge wear and blunting at the lower left corner. Minor spine stress and slight color rubbing on the red background. Bag texture makes fine assessment difficult, but typical foxing/yellowing of 1960s Dell newsprint is likely present.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $35; Graded (CGC 5.0): $45 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded copies in similar condition sold for approximately $20 to $28. High-grade (NM) copies can exceed $100 due to the Alex Toth interior art.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of grading exceeds the current market value for a mid-grade copy. Excellent candidate for pressing to improve appearance.
Notable Features
Interior art by Hall-of-Famer Alex Toth. Photo cover featuring actors Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Roger Smith, and Edward Byrnes. Part of Dell's 'Four Color' anthology series.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1961 Dell publication standards; matte finish cover and non-glossy newsprint interior. No signs of restoration visible.