Tweety and Sylvester ##21
Dell Comics • Tweety and Sylvester (Dell Series)
Writer
Uncredited (Likely Lloyd Turner or similar Dell staff)
Interior Artist
Identification difficult from image; typically features work by Al Hubbard
Cover Artist
Identification difficult from low resolution, likely Al Hubbard or similar Dell house staff
Publication Date
Sept-Nov 1958
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Anthology of humor stories featuring the cat-and-bird rivalry of Looney Tunes characters Sylvester and Tweety. Often includes backup stories with other Warner Bros. characters like Granny.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress, slight color fading on the purple background, minor blunting on corners, and a price sticker/tag on the top left front cover which may leave residue or cause paper pull if removed.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30; Graded (5.0): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent sales of mid-grade Dell Tweety books from this era range from $10 to $35 depending on specific character demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading, shipping, and handling would likely exceed the final market value of the book.
Notable Features
Features the 'Dell Publishing Co.' logo with 'Still 10c' price point. Classical silver age Dell Looney Tunes humor comic.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with typical Dell newsprint and matte cover stock. The presence of a vintage price tag is common for books and does not immediately suggest a reprint.