The Nostalgic MAD ##1
E.C. Publications • The Nostalgic MAD
Writer
Harvey Kurtzman
Interior Artist
Jack Davis, Wally Wood, Will Elder, John Severin
Cover Artist
Harvey Kurtzman
Publication Date
1973
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing (Note: The cover mimics MAD #1 from 1952, but logo identifies as 'The Nostalgic MAD')
Comic Description
A reprint of the historic MAD #1 originally published in 1952. Features the 'Hoohah' horror parodies and the introduction of Melvin Coznowski (a precursor to Alfred E. Neuman).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Significant edge wear, blunted and rounded corners, visible spine stress, tanning of the interior pages and edges, light creasing, and minor surface soiling. Note: It appears to be laid on top of another degraded publication.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20.00 - $35.00; Graded: $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range between $15 and $40. High-grade (NM) copies can reach $100+.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS services would exceed the market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Reprint of the first appearance of the MAD comic series; features the 'Humor in a Weathered Vein' tagline; cover price is 'FREE' because it was originally an insert/premium.
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1970s E.C. reprint publication. Paper stock is characteristic of 70s newsprint; colors remain vibrant despite edge wear.