Richie Rich Profits ##46
Harvey Comics • Richie Rich Profits
Writer
Uncredited
Interior Artist
Uncredited
Cover Artist
Uncredited (likely Warren Kremer)
Publication Date
October 1981
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market/UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the adventures of Richie Rich, the 'poor little rich boy.' This issue includes multiple short stories involving Richie's wealth, his friend Freckles, and his butler Cadbury. The cover story features Richie and Freckles carrying a giant sandwich and introduces a bumbling antagonist referred to as 'Stupid... the world's stupidest crook!'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the yellow spine; minor blunting of the top right corner; slight surface scuffing visible under glare; potential page yellowing due to age; overall structural integrity appears sound but heavily handled.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.0+): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Copies in mid-grade typically sell for under $10 in bulk lots or individually at conventions. High-grade slabbed copies are rare as it is not a high-demand key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of a mid-to-high grade copy of this specific issue.
Notable Features
Standard Harvey Comics humor issue; contains UPC barcode in the bottom left corner; features the 'Big Busine$$ Thrill$ 'N' Laff$' branding.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1981 newsstand/direct edition. The paper stock and ink saturation are consistent with Harvey Comics' late-bronze age production standards. No signs of restoration or reproduction detected.