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Playboy #1 (HMH Publishing, 1953) CGC VG- 3.5 White pages. With its low print run, the premiere issue of the groundbreaking magazine has always been elusive for collectors. Marilyn Monroe cover and "Sweetheart of the Month" two-page poster. Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey article. "VIP On Sex" by Virgil Partch. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle fiction (Sherlock Holmes). Uncommonly nice page quality for this grade. CGC census 8/13: 3 in 3.5, 55 higher.

CGC Grader Notes:
Back Cover Foxing
Front Cover Moderate Multiple Stain
Left Top Back Cover Large Heavy Crease
Left Top Back Cover Stain Through Book
Staple Multiple Rusted
Whole Book Moderate Multiple Crease Breaks Color
Whole Book Moderate Soiling

View the certification for CGC Certification ID 0918250001, including grader's notes if available and a link to the latest full census report for the issue.*

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Auction Dates
November, 2013
21st-23rd Thursday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 11
Lot Tracking Activity: N/A
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Sold on Nov 21, 2013 for: $2,390.00
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