Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 205:
Description
A copy of *Miss America Magazine #v7 #27*, published by Timely Comics in October 1949. This issue is professionally graded by CGC (Comic Guaranty Company) at 5.5 with “OFF-WHITE TO WHITE Pages” and is encased in a clear, rigid plastic slab bearing the grade, publication details, and barcode (4354645006). The *Miss America Magazine* series is widely known for featuring the character Patsy Walker. The photo cover depicts a smiling blonde woman in a yellow coat and green hat dabbing the face of a younger boy in a football helmet, who is holding a football and has dirt smudges on his face, set against a red background. Visible text on the cover includes “10¢ OCTOBER” and an article title, “My Date With Van Johnson… By ESTHER WILLIAMS,” alongside the “TEEN-LIFE” subtitle.
Condition report:
The magazine is sealed within a CGC Universal Grade slab, indicating a professional, third-party assessment of its condition. The assigned grade of 5.5 (Fine-) with \"OFF-WHITE TO WHITE Pages\" suggests moderate wear consistent with its age. The cover exhibits vibrant colors and minor visible wear, which is typical for the assigned grade. No restoration is noted by the grading company.
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