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MAD #6 — EC Comics — August–September 1953 — Original Comic BookOriginal MAD #6, published by EC Comics in August–September 1953. This is a very early issue from MAD’s historic original 23-issue comic-book run.IMPORTANT — PLEASE READ THE CONDITION DESCRIPTION AND REVIEW ALL PHOTOS CAREFULLY.This is an ungraded, heavily damaged copy in Poor condition, offered as an affordable reader/filler copy of a highly collectible early MAD.I originally evaluated this comic many years ago using the older Overstreet grading/OWL system as 4/6. This is my personal historical assessment only and is not a professional or CGC grade.Known condition issues include:
• Heavy wrinkling and fading from water damage
• Cover is detached
• Rusty staples and associated rust staining
• Color bleeding from water damage
• Significant overall wear and deteriorationPlease examine the photographs closely. They show the actual comic being offered and should be considered an important part of the condition description.Despite its condition, this is an original 1953 copy of one of the earliest MAD comics from the classic EC era.Issue highlights include:
• Harvey Kurtzman cover
• “Teddy and the Pirates!” — Wally Wood art
• “Melvin of the Apes!” — John Severin art
• “Casey at the Bat!” — Jack Davis art
• “Ping Pong!” — Will Elder artThe comic has been archivally stored for approximately 40 years in a heavy-duty 4-mil Bill Cole Mylar enclosure with an acid-free backing board. The archival Mylar enclosure and backing board are included with the comic.This is an opportunity to own an authentic early MAD comic from 1953 at a substantially lower price than higher-grade examples. An appropriate copy for a reader, affordable collection filler/placeholder, or potential restoration project.Sold AS-IS in Poor condition. No claim of professional grading is being made.It will be carefully and securely packaged for shipment.
