Betty and Veronica ##6
Archie Comics • The All New Betty and Veronica (Archie Series)
Writer
Frank Doyle
Interior Artist
Dan DeCarlo
Cover Artist
Dan DeCarlo
Publication Date
November 1987
Cover Variant
Regular/Newsstand Edition (UPC present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Modern-style stories featuring Betty Cooper and Veronica Lodge. This issue includes the story 'Splashdown' where Veronica shows off her luxurious bathroom to Betty. This era of Archie is known for the updated 80s fashions and hairstyles for the Riverdale gang.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy spine wear with numerous color-breaking stress lines; significant blunting and rounding of all four corners; heavy creases along the bottom right edge; general surface scuffing and edge wear throughout; the cover reveals some yellowing/tanning consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.0+): $40+ (Note: current condition is low-grade).
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this mid-80s run typically sell in lots for $2-$5 each; individual high-grade copies (NM) can reach $15-$20.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $30+) far exceed the market value of the comic in its current 4.0 condition.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with UPC barcode; features 'The New Archies' promotional blurb for the NBC-TV Saturday morning cartoon; cover art by legendary Archie artist Dan DeCarlo.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays authentic 1980s newsprint paper aging and standard ink saturation. The UPC placement and 'Archie Series' header are consistent with mid-range 1987 Archie publications.