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a Collection of Bronze Age (mid-1970s) Archie comics. In the South African market, these issues generally trade as collector's items rather than high-value investments, primarily because they were widely printed.
The condition of your comics appears to be "Good" to "Very Good" (approx. CGC 3.0 to 5.0). There is visible wear on the spines, some blunted corners, and minor creasing, which is typical for well-loved comics of this era.
Estimated Value Breakdown
Current market values on South African platforms like Bob Shop or at local hobbyist stores.
| Comic Title | Issue # | Date/Price | Est. Value (ZAR) |
| Archie | 254 | July 1976 (30c) | R60 – R95 |
| Life with Archie | 200 | Dec 1978 (35c) | R70 – R110 |
| Archie at Riverdale High | 36 | June 1976 (30c) | R50 – R85 |
| Reggie and Me | 108 | Aug 1978 (35c) | R60 – R90 |
| Everything's Archie | 50 | Aug 1976 (30c) | R65 – R100 |
Key Factors for The Collection
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The "30c/35c" Stamp: These are the original US price markings. In South Africa, these were often sold at newsstands like CNA. They are considered "direct" or "newsstand" editions.
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Condition Matters: Since these aren't "Key Issues" (first appearances or major deaths), their value is driven almost entirely by how clean they are. The spine stress marks on Everything's Archie #50 and the cover creases on Archie #254 keep them in the mid-range of pricing.
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Market Demand: Life with Archie #200 is a milestone issue number, which occasionally fetches a small premium from completist collectors.
Where to Sell or Appraise in SA
| Bidder No | Bidder | Time | Amount |
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| 14 | Cornelius Hermanus Booysen | 2026-06-23 13:52:14 | 26 |
| 6 | Paul John Bracey | 2026-06-23 05:28:58 | 1 |
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