Archie ##271
Archie Comics • Archie (Vol. 1)
Writer
Frank Doyle
Interior Artist
Stan Goldberg
Cover Artist
Stan Goldberg (pencils), Jon D'Agostino (inks)
Publication Date
March 1978
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Humorous Archie Andrews adventures. This issue features several short stories: 'A Tale of Two Cities,' 'The New Leaf,' and 'The Thinker.' Primary characters include Archie, Jughead, Betty, Veronica, and Mr. Lodge.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks visible; blunting on corners; slight surface wear and minor creasing on the right-hand side; appearance of possible light tanning on the outer edges of pages.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.0+): $45 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded copies in similar mid-range condition have sold online between $6 and $12. High-grade slabbed copies occasionally reach $50+ but are infrequent for this specific issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading ($30+) would likely exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Best kept as a raw collectible.
Notable Features
Bronze Age Archie issue. Clean cover art typical of the Goldberg era. No major key first appearances or events associated with this specific issue number.
Authentication Notes
The logo, paper quality, and artwork style are consistent with late 1970s Archie publications. The presence of common age-related wear suggests an authentic original copy.