Pin-ups Online Auction

November 14, 2013

LOT 37

Lot 37

Two Early Issues Playboy Magazine, April and August, 1955

Two Early Issues Playboy Magazine, April and August, 1955
Lot 37 Details
Two Early Issues Playboy Magazine, April and August, 1955

HMH Publishing Co., Inc., (Hugh Marston Hefner), vol. 2, nos. 4 and 8, each with features by Charles Beaumont, Dave Brubeck, Sheperd Mead and P.G. Wodehouse, April with blue insert ‘A Survey for Playboy Readers’
11" x 8.5" — 27.9 x 21.6 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $24
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Generally all in good/very good condition. Some with minor cover notations or archive marks or stamps. (April cover has red marker date 4:55)

LOT 37
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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