A rare copy of the very first Archie comic book will be sold at the end of next week in ComicConnect’s Summer Special Auction, according to Vincent Zurzolo, Chief Operating Officer of ComicConnect.

The comic, Pep Comics #22, introduced the characters Archie, Betty, and Jughead to the world in December 1941. Extremely rare in high grade, this copy certified CBCS 5.0 is available for bidding right now, Zurzolo added.

“We are really excited about this very rare and highly sought-after book that is so much a part of comic history,” said Director of Consignments Rob Reynolds. “It’s incredible to see how far demand outstrips supply, and of course, there can be only one lucky winner in this auction.”

In addition, Archie collectors can bid to win on Archie Comics #1 CGC 2.5.

Visit ComicConnect to view the entire auction.

The auction end-dates are as follows:
Session 1 (Action Comics – Batman) August 29, 2016
Session 2 (Batman – Great Comics) August 30, 2016
Session 3 (Green Lantern – Mystery in Space) August 31, 2016
Session 4 (Mystery Men – Jimmy Olsen) September 1, 2016
Session 5 (Superman: Man of Steel – Zoot) September 2, 2016

As always, ComicConnect does not charge buyer’s premiums. Winners pay the hammer price plus shipping (sales tax for New York residents only).

ComicConnect also offers cash advances up to $5 million dollars for top notch consignments. The auction is online. Contact Rob Reynolds at (212) 895-3999 or email him at support@ComicConnect.com. For international callers, dial 001-212-895-3999.

ComicConnect is an online marketplace for comic buyers and sellers, focusing on comic books published between 1930 and 1975. Membership is free, and members may list their comics for sale or auction for free. ComicConnect brokers transactions, and accepts a low 10% commission only after comics are sold through the site.