Famous Monsters of Filmland #1 CGC 5.5 · Cert 4306550001 UK Variant

CGC · UNIVERSAL

5.5 · FN−

Fits the criteria for Fine but with an additional defect or small accumulation of defects that detracts from the book's appearance by a perceptible amount.

Dossier below reflects the anchoring whole grade — 6.0 FN.

Bindery: Some accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed.
Cover Appearance: Minor cover wear apparent, with minor to moderate creases.
Inks: Inks show a significant reduction in reflectivity.
Corners: Blunted corners are more common
Cover Condition: Minor staining, soiling, discoloration, and/or foxing. Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present.
Spine: A minor spine roll is allowed. There can also be a 1/4" spine split or severe color break.
Staples: Staples may show minor discoloration. Minor staple tears and a few slight stress lines may be present, as well as minor rust migration.
Paper: Paper is tan to brown and fairly supple with no signs of brittleness.
Interior: Minor interior tears at the margin may be present. Centerfold may be loose.

FROM THE GRADER’S DESK Read the Slab Lab Field Guide UK Variant

Issue Date: Feb 1958
Pages: OWP
Status: In Collection
CGC Cert: 4306550001

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Collector's Notes

CGC 5.5 · OWP pages

A well-loved reading copy. A modest census of 19.

CGC census: 5 graded at 5.5 · 5 graded higher · 19 total · avg 5.18 (CGC Universal label)

The British printing of the February 1958 debut — 2/6 on the cover where the American newsstand said 35¢, on a variant census a fraction of the regular run’s. The same Warren photo cover and “Welcome, Monster Lovers” editorial, distributed an ocean away.

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