Richie Rich Bank Book #No. 12
Harvey Comics • Richie Rich Bank Book
Writer
Lennie Herman (typical for era)
Interior Artist
Warren Kremer
Cover Artist
Warren Kremer (attributed)
Publication Date
October 1974
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Humorous anthology featuring Richie Rich, 'the poor little rich boy.' The Bank Book series focused on stories involving Richie's wealth, vaults, and financial adventures. Includes secondary features with characters like Little Dot, Little Lotta, and Cadbury the Butler.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and rolling; significant color-breaking vertical crease on the right side of the cover; corner blunting; red price sticker/marker on the cover; edge wear and yellowing consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (CGC 4.0): $25 - $40
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for mid-grade 1970s Harvey Richie Rich books typically fall in the $5 to $15 range for raw copies. Higher grades (9.0+) can command premiums, but circulation copies are common.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the current market value of a mid-grade copy. Excellent for a personal collection or as a reader copy.
Notable Features
Features the $0.25 cover price. Includes vignettes of Little Dot, Little Lotta, Cadbury, and Gloria on the left border. Notable for late-Bronze Age Harvey art style.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1974 Harvey publication. The paper browning, staple placement, and specific 25-cent price point are consistent with the era. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.