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SESSION ONE - Friday, February 14, 2025
Lot
#1 - The MAD Show Original Theatre Display Sign
1966 Rare MB $75
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1966,
this is an original display sign from The New Theatre, an
off-Broadway theater in New York City. Featuring Alfred E. Neuman and
the MAD logo on the front, this poster is from The MAD Show, an
off-Broadway musical revue based on the stylings of MAD Magazine.
This show opened in January of 1966 at the New Theatre, and ran for
871 performances. Measuring approx. 14" by 22", this poster
is in Excellent display condition, with light edge and corner wear,
and some light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $330
Lot
#2 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Rubber Coasters
Complete Set MB $10
This
is a set of four (4) rubber coasters, featuring characters from MAD
Magazine. These coasters were produced in 1995 by XPRES Corporation,
and there are four (4) different coasters in the set: three different
Alfred E.Neuman coasters and one Spy vs. Spy coaster. These coasters,
along with a set of ceramic magnets, ceramic steins, and ceramic
coffee mugs, were also known as the MAD Magazine "Family Fun"
collectibles line, as these were sold by a dealer called "Family
Fun Collectibles", in the "For Sale"section in Toy
Shop magazine. Measuring approx. 4" by 4", these coasters
are unused, and in Mint condition.Price realized: $15
Lot
#3 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Baseball Cap Six (6)
Faces Of Alfred MB $25
This
is a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
early 1990's for E.C. Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine /
Alfred E. Neuman baseball cap. The front of the hat shows six (6)
embroidered images of Alfred E. Neuman, including one of Alfred
wearing a MAD Magazine logo hat. Featuring a "one size fits all"
plastic size adjuster in the back, this hat is unused, and in Near
Mint condition, with light areas of foxing/staining. An original
Looney Tunes (Warner Bros. Studio Store) hangtag is also attached.Price realized: $115
Lot
#4 - MAD Magazine Subscription Premium Ceramic Tiki Mug w/ Box
2018 MB $10
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine subscription premium. Produced in 2018 by Beeline
Creative and GeekiTikis, this is an Alfred E. Neuman miniature Tiki
Mug. This item was given to readers who purchased a subscription to
MAD Magazine. The mug measures approx. 2 3/8" by 2 7/8",
and looks like the size of a large shot glass. The box measures
approx. 3" by 3" by 3". The tiki mug is unused, and in
Mint condition. The display box is also in Mint condition.Price realized: $16
Lot
#5 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman "Evolution"
T-Shirt w/ Original Tag MB $10
This
is a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
early 1990's for E.C. Publications by Trau & Loevner, this item
is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman t-shirt. The front of the shirt
shows the "Evolutions" gag, while the back of the shirt is
blank. This shirt is unused, and in decent display condition, with
areas of foxing/staining throughout the shirt. An original Spencer
Gifts hangtag is also attached. This shirt is unique, in the fact
that the Evolutions image is on the front of the shirt and not the
back. Normally, this shirt is seen with a Certified MAD logo on the
front left breast, with the Evolutions image on the back. This shirt
does not have that. Weird.Price realized: $28
Lot
#6 - MAD Magazine Squirt Toys Set Of Four (4) Different RARE
Unopened MB $75
Here
is a rare collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Manufactured in
1987 by Imagineering, this is a set of four (4) different MAD
Magazine squirt toys. These are part of a collection of eight (8)
different squirt toys produced, with the other toys being a
calculator, a camera, a lighter, and a pen and pencil. While complete
sets of MAD Squirt Toys do exist in collections, finding them is
getting increasingly difficult to do. These are still factory sealed,
and in near Mint condition, with light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $170
Lot
#7 - Up The Academy VHS Tape Non -MAD Magazine Logo Version
1990 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1990 by Warner
Home Video Inc., this is a 1990's copy of the 1980 box office flop,
Up The Academy. This is the "Non-MAD" version of the VHS
tape, as there are no references to MAD Magazine or Alfred E. Neuman
anywhere on the cardboard sleeve. This item appears to have been
carefully stored and lightly used, and is in Excellent display
condition.Price realized: $5
Lot
#8 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Porcelain Plate The Franklin
Mint 1996 MB $50
Here’s
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1996 by the
Franklin Mint, this is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman fine
porcelain plate. This plate shows an image of MAD Magazine #218 on
the front, while the back shows the words, “Alfred E. Neuman
for President” along with a backwards MAD logo and the back of
Alfred E. Neuman’s head. This item is a limited edition
collectible that was available only from the Franklin Mint, and is
relatively difficult to find. It measures approx. 6 ½" by
8 ½", and is in Excellent display condition. The
original Certificate Of Authenticity from the Franklin Mint is also
included.Price realized: $102
Lot
#9 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Engravable Day-Glo
License Plate MB $10
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1996 by
Florida Keys Engraving, this is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman
plastic license plate. This license plate was made to be personalized
with someone's engraved name on the front, with enough room for just
the person's first name. Measuring approx. 6" by 12", this
item is unused and in Mint condition. An Alfred E. Neuman coffee mug
is also shown in the third photo, but for size comparison only.
Please see Lot #133 if you would like to bid on the mug.Price realized: $26
Lot
#10 - MAD Magazine Subscription Renewal Notices Lot 1990's
Unopened MB $5
Here's
a unique collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
late 1990's by E.C. Publications, this is a collection of MAD
Magazine subscription renewal notices. These notices were sent to
the late MAD Magazine memorabilia collector, Mr. Andrew Flint, who
seemed to save every piece of correspondence that MAD Magazine ever
sent to him. This lot contains just over twenty (20) pieces of mail,
with fourteen (14) of the envelopes being unopened. All of the
pieces are in terrific display condition.Price realized: $5
Lot
#11 - MAD Magazine Bonus Premium "Shocking" MAD
Flag Poster 1971 MB $5
Here's
a neat piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1971 by E.C.
Publications, this is the "Shocking" MAD Flag bonus
premium. This item appeared as a bonus premium in MAD Special #5,
and is an interpretaion of the American Flag, with the stripes of the
flag being the text of a parody of the Pledge of Allegiance. This
item has been removed from the magazine (probably immediately after
its purchase), and measures approx. 16 1/2" by 26 1/2"
unfolded. It has been folded into 1/8's, and shows areas of tanning
and light staining. There is wear and tape residue on the corners,
with surface wear as well.Price realized: $5
Lot
#12 - MADsterpieces / MAD Magazine Original Art Auction Catalog
Sotheby's MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1998 by
Sotheby's Hoildings Inc., this item is an auction catalog from the
June 5, 1998 live auction of MAD Magazine original art. Entitled,
"MADsterpieces", this auction catalog features works of art
from the MAD Magazine archives. This catalog contains most of the
remaining pieces of MAD Magazine original art in MAD's archives,
after having first been sold in the 1980's by Russ Cochran, in 1992
at Christies, and in 1995 at the first Sotheby's auction. After this
auction, the only pieces that remained were the "Soul Of MAD"
cover art, and those pieces were sold at Heritage Auction House in
2008. This catalog appears to be unused, and is in Excellent display
condition. It also comes with the original prices realized sheet.Price realized: $21
Lot
#13 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Boxer Shorts w/
Original Hanger MB $10
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the late
2000's for E.C. Publications, this is a pair of Alfred E. Neuman
boxer shorts. These shorts feature the face of Alfred E. Neuman on a
yellow background, and there are several faces of Alfred E. Neuman on
the shorts. This particular pair of shorts still contain the original
paper label (w/ original hanger). Measuring a Men's size Medium (32"
- 34"), these are unused and in Mint condition. These were
originally sold for a limited time at Urban Outfitters retail stores.Price realized: $41
Lot
#14 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Vinyl Checkbook Cover
1996 MB $15
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1996 by Liberty
Check Printers, this item is a MAD Magazine vinyl checkbook cover.
This item was released in 1996 along with a line of MAD Magazine
paper checks, but distribution was limited only to members of credit
unions. Because of that, this cover and the checks are rarely seen.
The paper checks (not included) had images of Spy vs. Spy, Snappy
Answers to Stupid Questions, and the cover art to issues 154, 211,
218, and 238. This particular checkbook cover is unused, and is in
Mint condition.Price realized: $16
Lot
#15 - MAD Magazine Artist / Dave Berg 1971 Christmas Card
w/ Envelope MB $5
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1971 by
the late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Dave Berg, this is his personal
1971 Christmas card. Cards like this one were sent to friends and
family of Mr. Berg during the 1971 Christmas season. This particular
card features the entire Berg family on the front, and Mr. Berg glued
a b/w photo of himself on the inside, and also included his famous
signature. The original mailing envelope is also included, and shows
an address handwritten on the front by Mr. Berg, along with an
address label with Mr. Berg's New Rochelle (NY) mailing address.
Both items show storage and handling wear, and are in Excellent
display condition.Price realized: $26
Lot
#16 - 73 Magazine Ham / Amateur Radio MAD Magazine Tribute
Issue 1967 MB $20
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1973 by 73
Inc., this is the April 1967 issue of 73 Magazine. This magazine was
published mainly for amateur ham radio operators for buying and
selling goods and equipment for their radio hobby. This magazine is
sort of a "tribute" issue to MAD Magazine, as it features
Alfred E. Neuman (Al Freddy Newham) on the front cover, as well as
full page parodies of Don Martin, Spy vs. Spy, and Horrifying
Cliches. This particular issue has been looked at just a few times,
and is in decent display condition, with some edge damage at the top
of the front cover, and a few pages after that.Price realized: $20
Lot
#17 - Scholastic Scope Magazine w/ MAD Magazine Article /
Interview 1973 MB $10
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1973 by
Scholastic Magazines Inc., this is the April 2, 1973 edition of
Scholastic Scope. Scholastic Scope was published for the high-school
age population, and was published weekly. This particular issue
contains a six page article about MAD Magazine, and is complete with
some cool pictures of the MAD staff in action at the office at 485
Madison Avenue. This issue is relatively hard to find, and is in
decent display condition, with light storage and handling wear, and
some small edge tears along the spine on the front cover. It appears
that the cover became loose at some point, but was reattached with
two small staples.Price realized: $130
Lot
#18 - 2016 MAD Magazine / April Fools Day Memorabilia
Auction Catalog MB $5
Here's
a neat piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2016 by MAD
Magazine collector, Tim Johnson (me), this is my 2016 MAD Magazine /
April Fools Day auction catalog. This catalog features 60 lots of
MAD Magazine memorabilia, all published in glorious full color. This
particular MAD auction was the first one I conducted after taking a
fifteen year hiatus of doing MAD telephone auctions. This particular
catalog has been looked at just a few times, and is in Excellent
display condition. The prices realized list is also included. From
the collection of Andrew Flint.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#19 - Certified MAD Denim Bucket Hat Spencer Gifts
1999 MB $20
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine clothing. Produced in 1999 by Prime
Time Headgear, this is a MAD Magazine / Certified MAD denim bucket
hat. This item was sold exclusively in Spencer Gifts stores in 1999
and the early 2000's, and is unworn. In fact, it still has the
Spencer Gifts price tag still attached to the hat. The tag on this
100% cotton hat says that it is. "One Size Fits All", but
it is a little too small for a large-headed man like myself. In any
case, this item is unused, and in Near Mint condition, with light
storage handling and storage wear.Price realized: $20
Lot
#20 - MAD Magazine Memorabilia Auction Catalogs Lot
1996, 1997 MB $10
Here's
a great set of old MAD Magazine memorabilia auction catalogs.
Produced in 1996 and 1997 by MAD Magazine memorabilia collector,
Michael Lerner, this lot contains two (2) different MAD Magazine
memorabilia auction catalogs. This collection of MAD auction catalogs
once belonged to the late MAD Magazine memorabilia collector, Andrew
Flint, and his address label is on the back of each catalog. There
are also some markings throughout each catalog, but they still are in
Excellent display condition. The yellow prices realized list for the
1996 auction is also included.Price realized: $10
Lot
#21 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Hologram 1999
Lightrix MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1999 by
Lightrix, this item is an Alfred E. Neuman hologram. When a light is
shown directly on one side of Alfred's face, his normal face appears.
When a light is shown directly on the opposite side, a facial
skeleton appears. This item measures approx. 5 1/2" by 7 1/4",
and is in Excellent display condition. This hologram was originally
marketed in 1994 by Lightrix, but it appears that a "Second
Edition" was ordered, and produced in 1999.Price realized: $21
Lot
#22 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E Neuman T-shirt Hang Tag Sticker
1997 MB $5
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1997 by
Scene Not Herd, this item is a hangtag sticker that was produced for
a line of MAD Magazine t-shirts. This sticker features Alfred E.
Neuman on the front, along with a red MAD Magazine logo. The back
shows the “Another Ridiculous MAD Product” text on the
back. Measuring approx. 3 ½" by 4 ½", this
sticker is unused and in Mint condition.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#23 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Disguise Kit RARE
Unopened MB $10
Here
is a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Manufactured in 1987 by
Imagineering, this is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman disguise kit.
The distribution for this item wasn’t necessarily the best, so
while some parts of the USA enjoyed seeing these in stores, other
parts of the country never knew this item even existed. When several
of these kits were returned unsold, the company repackaged the ears
included in the kit, and marketed them as Alfred Ears. Later in the
early 1990’s, you could even see these in Halloween Express
stores. This example is still factory sealed, and in near Near Mint
condition, with light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $16
Lot
#24 - Swedish MAD Magazine Unused Boat Ride Ticket
1979 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1979 by
Semic Press AB, this is a cool premium from the Swedish version of
MAD Magazine. This piece is an unused ticket from a boat ride taken
by the Swedish MAD Magazine staff and guests on May 18, 19, and 20,
1979. A diploma certificate was also produced for the event, but is
not included in this auction. This item measures approx. 2 1/8"
by 5 1/2", and is unused and in Mint condition.Price realized: No Bid
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#25 - Alfred E. Neuman Dry Erase Message Board Subscription Premium
1998 MB $10
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine subscription premium. Produced in 1998 for E.C.
Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman dry
erase message board. This item features Alfred E. Neuman on the
front, along with an italicized MAD Magazine logo. This item was
never sold, and was given away free to people who purchased a
subscription to MAD Magazine. Measuring approx. 4 1/2" by 8",
this item is still factory sealed, and in Mint condition. Also
included in this lot is an original MAD Magazine subscription card
that features the Alfred E. Neuman message board on it.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#26 - 1980's MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Water Decal
/ Sticker MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably produced in
the 1980's, this is an Alfred E. Neuman water decal. I don't believe
this decal was licensed by MAD Magazine, although it appears to be
the exact image of Alfred E. Neuman that appears on the MAD Magazine
/ NASH skateboards that were produced in 1987. Measuring approx.
approx. 6 1/8" by 6 3/8", this item is unused, and is in
Excellent display condition.Price realized: $5
Lot
#27 - MAD Magazine / MAD Magnet Sheet Subscription Premium
1997 MB $5
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine subscription premium. Produced in 1997 by E.C.
Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine magnet sheet. This item was
produced as a subscription premium, and was given away to people who
subscribed or re-subscribed to MAD Magazine. Measuring approx. 5"
by 8", this item includes seven (7) different magnets. All of
them are still attached to the main sheet, and all are unused. This
item is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $8
Lot
#28 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Mouse Pad Subscription Premium
1996 MB $5
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine subscription premium. Produced in 1996 by E.C.
Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman computer
mouse pad. This item was produced as a subscription premium, and was
given away to people who subscribed or re-subscribed to MAD Magazine.
Measuring approx. 7 1/2" by 8", this item features a black
& white silhouette of Alfred E. Neuman on the front. In Excellent
display condition.Price realized: $17
Lot
#29 - MAD Magazine Wall Calendar Subscription Premium
1997 MB $5
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine subscription premium. Produced in 1997 by E.C.
Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine wall calendar. This item
was produced as a subscription premium, and was given away to people
who subscribed or re-subscribed to MAD Magazine. Measuring approx.
17" by 22", this item features reprints of various vintage
MAD Magazine covers (between the publication years of 1952 and 1997),
and is in Excellent display condition. While one would think that
this is a 50th anniversary calendar, it isn't. If you do the simple
math, it's only 45 years of stupidity, not 50. Therein lies the joke.Price realized: $6
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#30 - MAD Magazine Business Card John Putnam / Art Director
RARE MB $25
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1970's by E.C. Publications, this is a business card from the
long-time Art Director of MAD Magazine, Mr. John Putnam. Mr.
Putnam's business cards from MAD Magazine are rarely seen, and this
one is even signed by Mr. Putnam at the top of the card. This card
measures approx. 2" by 3 1/2", and is in Excellent display
condition, with a tiny 1/4" tear on the right edge of the card.Price realized: $74
Lot
#31 - Pre-MAD / Alfred E. Neuman Advertisement Kelly's Horse
Shoe Pike Inn MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the
1950's, this item is an advertising flyer for Kelly's Horse Shoe Pike
Inn. The restaurant is no longer in business, but this advertisement
lives on. Featuring a pre-MAD Alfred E. Neuman image in the center,
this item shows light storage and handling wear, with a light bend
running vertically down the center. It measures approx. 8 1/2"
by 11", and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $11
Lot
#32 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E Neuman Paper Mask San Diego Comic
Con 2010 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2010 for E.C.
Publications, this is an Alfred E. Neuman paper mask. This mask was
produced as a promotional item for MAD - The Animated Series TV
show, and was originally part of an 11" by 17" promotional
poster. But, because the perforations around the mask were so thin,
the masks became easily detached from the paper poster. This
particular mask measures approx. 9 3/8" by 9 1/2", and is
unused and in Mint condition. The original flexible string is still
attached as well.Price realized: No Bid
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#33 - 1995 MAD Magazine Licensing Sheet Warner Bros.
Consumer Products MB $5
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1995 by E.C.
Publications and Warner Brothers Consumer Products, this is a MAD
Magazine licensing sheet. This sheet was sent to prospective vendors
who were interested in using the MAD Magazine brand for their
products. The front of the sheet features Alfred E. Neuman in full
color, while the back gives a history of MAD Magazine, Alfred E.
Neuman, MAD merchandise options, and loads of other pertinent
information. Measuring approx. 8 ½” by 11”, this
item shows ultra-light storage and handling wear, and is in Near Mint
condition.Price realized: $11
Lot
#34 - MAD Magazine Original Office Manila Mailing Envelope
Unused NM MB $10
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1970’s
by E.C. Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine manila mailing
envelope. Envelopes like these were used to mail correspondence,
artwork, magazines, script premises, etc., but were mainly used to
mail subscription copies of MAD Magazine to readers' homes. All of
that changed when MAD went to the protective mailer sleeve in the
1980’s. This item measures approx. 9” by 12”, and
is unused and in Near Mint condition, with light storage and handling
wear.Price realized: No Bid
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#35 - MAD Magazine Metal Sign Issue #118 Cover Art In
Protective Wrap MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 2000's by
Sign Of The Times, this is a MAD Magazine collectible metal sign.
This particular sign features the cover art to MAD Magazine #118, and
has been stored in its original plastic cover. The plastic cover has
been opened at the bottom, and I am sure the sign has been removed at
some point. But the sign is in wonderful display condition. This
sign measures approx. 12" by 15".Price realized: $21
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#36 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Leather Belt w/ Buckle
1993 MB $20
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by E.C.
Publications, this is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman leather belt
w/ buckle. This belt was sold exclusively at the Warner Brothers
Studio Stores from 1993 to 1996, and the face of Alfred is identical
to the Alfred face that appears on the Alfred E. Neuman medallion,
which was also sold at the Warner Brothers Studio Stores. This belt
is one of several pieces of MAD Magazine memorabilia produced for
sale at the Warner Brothers Studios Stores, with others being a denim
jacket, a sweatshirt, a metal money clip, a statue, a puzzle, and a
wristwatch, just to name a few. This belt has been lightly used, and
is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $57
Lot
#37 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Ceramic Salt & Pepper
Shakers 2000 MB $15
Here's
a neat piece of MAD Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia.
Produced in 2000 by Clay Art, this is a set of MAD Magazine salt &
pepper shakers. One shaker (unspecified) is the upper torso of
Alfred E. Neuman, while the other shaker is the "What - Me
Worry" base. As stated before, these shakers are not specified
as either "salt" or "pepper", so you can use them
as you please. These shakers are unused, and in Mint condition, and
appear to have been taken out of the box just once (to photograph
them). They measure approx. 4 1/2" from the bottom of the base
to the top of Alfred's head, and approx. 4" from fingertip to
fingertip.Price realized: $27
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#38 - Pre-MAD / Alfred E. Neuman "Birds & The
Bees" Poster 1950's MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of early Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably
produced in the 1950's, this item is a novelty poster featuring an
early image of MAD Magazine's cover boy, Alfred E. Neuman. The image
of Alfred on this poster was used several times before by other
manufacturers, with most using the words, "What - Me Worry"
as the text printed underneath the Alfred E. Neuman image. In fact,
the company that made this poster also made a "What - Me Worry"
poster at the same time as this one. This poster has been printed on
heavy stock card paper, and is in decent display condition, with some
browning and yellowing, edge and corner dings, sone light water
stains, and a pinhole in the center (about 1 1/2" from the top).
It measures approx. 8 3/4" by 11".Price realized: No Bid
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#39 - 1980's MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Portrait Signed By
Annie Gaines MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1980's by
E.C. Publications, this is an Alfred E. Neuman color portrait. But,
what makes this item special is that it has been signed at the top by
the former General Manager of MAD Magazine, Annie Gaines. Annie was
also the wife of the late founder and publisher of MAD Magazine, Mr.
William (Bill) M. Gaines. This color portrait is in Excellent
display condition, save for the fact of the Alfred E. Neuman scribble
above Alfred's left shoulder. It measures approx. 7" by 10".
From the collection of Andrew Flint.Price realized: $21
Lot
#40 - Collection Of Four (4) MAD Paperback Books w/ School
Library Stickers MB $5
Here's
a rare collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in the
1970's, 1980's, and 1990's by Signet Books and Warner Books, this is
a collection of four (4) different MAD Magazine paperback books.
Normally, these books wouldn't really cause a ruckus, and could
easily be found on eBay for a couple of bucks apiece. But, what makes
these particular books special is that they have a special library
sticker attached to them. These books were offered for rental usage
in the Hennepin County (Minn.) Library System, and the library stamp
is shown on the inside front cover. These books have been read and
enjoyed, and are in Excellent display condition, with inventory
stickers attached to both the front and back covers.Price realized: $5
Lot
#41 - Complete Set Of Eight (8) Pieces Of Alfred E. Neuman "Stage"
Money 1960's MB $10
This
is a cool collection of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the
1960's, this item is a set of "stage" funny money,
featuring an image of MAD Magazine's cover boy, Alfred E. Neuman. The
denominations of these pieces are $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100, $500
and $1000. They are slightly smaller in size than a piece of regular
US currency, and measure approx. 2 5/8" by 6". They are
unused, and in Near Mint condition.Price realized: $67
Lot
#42 - Australian MAD Magazine Promotional Pinback Button
RARE 1994 MB $10
Here’s
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
1994 for Horwitz Grahame Pty. LTD. And E.C. Publications, this is a
promotional pinback button (badge) from the Australian version of MAD
Magazine. I’m fairly certain that this item was not a
subscription premium, rather it was a souvenir from the Australian
MAD offices. This item measures approx. 2 3/8” in diameter and
is in Excellent display condition. This item is made of plastic, not
metal.Price realized: $11
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#43 - MAD Magazine #359 Set of Four (4) Different Covers
1997 MB $20
Here's
a cool set of MAD Magazines. Published in 1997 by E.C. Publications,
this lot contains four (4) copies of MAD Magazine #359. But what
makes each of these issues special is the fact that each issue has a
different Batman-related cover. And more than that, when you arrange
the issue covers in a certain way, the words, "CHEAP GIMMICK",
are spelled out in the border of the issues. Individually, some of
these issues are easier to find more than others, with the more
expensive ones selling for more than the opening bid for this lot.
These issues appear to be unread and are in Near Mint condition.Price realized: $32
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#44 - A Certifiably MAD Collection Paperback Boxed Set
Blue Version MB $20
This
is a cool collection of MAD Magazine paperback books. Published in
the 1970's by Warner Books, this is a boxed set of five (5) different
MAD Magazine pocket books. The titles included in this set are: In
MAD We Trust, Al Jaffee's MAD Monstrosities, Dave Berg Looks Around,
The All New Secret File On Spy vs. Spy, a,d Don Martin Cook Up More
Tales. All of the books are original to the box, and it appears that
the books have been opened just once or twice. All of the books are
later printings, but they are in outstanding condition. The display
box shows surface, corner and edge wear, but is still very
displayable.Price realized: $26
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#45 - MAD Magazine "Fantasy" Race Cars Set Of Two (2)
Different 2019 MB $40
Here's
a super rare set of MAD Magazine-inspired toys. Produced in 2019,
this lot consists of two (2) MAD Magazine-inspired "Hot Wheel"
toy cars. This set includes one Hot Wheels car with an Alfred E.
Neuman decal on the roof, and a Spy vs. Spy car with several Spy .vs.
Spy logos on the sides and roof of the car. I am not sure who the
manufacturer was of these cars, nor do I know how many of these cars
have been made. But, I do know that these cars are very cool, and are
Excellent display specimens. Both cars are still sealed on their
respective display cards, and are in presumed Mint condition.Price realized: $115
Lot
#46 - MAD Magazine / Gibson Greetings Collection Cards, Wrap,
Bag, Stickers MB $20
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1994 and
1995 by Gibson Greetings, this lot contains a collection of MAD
Magazine-inspired greeting cards, gift wrap, stickers, and gift bag.
These items were sold in selected stores across the country, and
sometimes distribution wasn't very good. The cards feature the
artistry of MAD Magazine artists like Jack Davis, Norman Mingo,
Richard Williams, and Bob Clarke, while the stickers feature reprints
of favorite covers of MAD. The bag and gift wrap feature Alfred E.
Neuman. The cards are all unused, and in Near Mint condition, with
light storage and handling wear. The gift wrap and stickers are each
unopened and factory sealed, and the gift bag appears to be unused as
well.Price realized: $29
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#47 - Alfred E. Neuman Unlicensed Keychain 1993
Winky & Dutch MB $15
Here’s
a rare piece of unlicensed Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in
1993 by Winky & Dutch, this is a metal keychain featuring the
grinning mug of Alfred E. Neuman. This item has a “Norman
Mingo” Alfred E. Neuman face on it, and has a copyright date of
1993. I sold some other pieces of Alfred E. Neuman jewelry from
this set in my Fall of 2023 auction, and those pieces were an
adjustable metal ring, a pair of cufflinks, and a metal money clip.
This piece is in Excellent display condition, with light storage and
handling wear. The face part of the keychain measures approx. 1 1/2"
in diameter.Price realized: $20
Lot
#48 - Australian MAD Magazine Color Cover Proof Issue
#375 2000 MB $5
Here's
an obscure piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
2000 by Horwitz Grahame Pty. LTD, this is a color production proof of
the front cover of Australian MAD Magazine #375. Proofs like these
were sent to the Editorial team for examination before the issue went
to press. This proof measures approx. 9 1/2" by 13", and
is in Excellent display condition, with storage and handling wear.
It would look beautiful framed.Price realized: $12
Lot
#49 - Newman's Own Popcorn Box w/ Alfred E. Neuman Sealed
RARE MB $50
Here's
a cool piece of unlicensed MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1990's, this is an actual 8 oz. empty Newman's Own popcorn box. The
creator of this item then printed the face of Alfred E. Neuman on the
front, the back (twice), one side, the top, and the bottom. This item
measures approx. 6 1/4" by 4 5/8" by 2 1/2", and is
still factory sealed. It is in Excellent display condition. I recall
purchasing one of these back in the mid-1990's, and it is a very cool
"fantasy" Alfred E. Neuman collectible.Price realized: $130
Lot
#50 - 1960's Alfred E. Neuman Plastic Gumball Charm w/ Original
Plastic Capsule MB $5
This
is a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the
1960's, this is an original 1960's Alfred E. Neuman gumball machine
charm. The cast for this item was taken from an original piece of
1950's MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman jewelry. The eyes were
hollowed out, and the recast piece became smaller. This item is
unused, and in Near Mint condition. The capsule does show some light
wear to it, but it is complete.Price realized: $36
Lot
#51 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Novelty Drivers
License 2000 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia.
Produced in 2000, this is an Alfred E. Neuman novelty drivers
license. This item was not really a licensed piece of MAD Magazine
merchandise. Rather, it was made during the "make your own
collectibles" boom of the early 2000's. In any event, this item
measures approx. 2 1/8" by 3 3/8", and is in Excellent
display condition.Price realized: $18
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#52 - MAD Magazine Paperback Books Lot w/ "Pop Art"
Covers Ballantine MB $10
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1970 by
Ballantine Book Publishers, this is a set of five (5) different MAD
Magazine paperback books. The books contained in this lot are the
first five paperback books that were ever published for MAD Magazine:
The MAD Reader, MAD Strikes Back, Inside MAD, Utterly MAD, and The
Brothers MAD. The cool thing about these books is that they have
different cover artwork of the front, illustrated in a "Pop Art"
style by MAD Magazine cover artist, Norman Mingo. While these books
are not particularly rare, the covers of these books are truly
unique. These books have all been previously enjoyed, and are in
Excellent display condition, with storage and handling wear.Price realized: $22
Lot
#53 - The Boardwalkers / Spy vs. Spy 45 RPM Record
1994 RARE MB $10
Here’s
a cool piece of Spy vs. Spy memorabilia. Produced in 1994 by Dionysus
Records, this is a 45 rpm record from the band, The Boardwalkers. The
Boardwalkers were a surf instrumental band that started in 1989. Side
“A” of this record features the hit single, Spy vs. Spy,
while the “B” side has the song, “Boardwalker”.
The record sleeve is the real value of this, however, as it features
an unauthorized use of the MAD Magazine characters, Spy vs. Spy. I am
not sure if the record has been played, but it appears that both the
record and sleeve are both in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $16
Lot
#54 - Spanish MAD Magazine Super RARE Export Edition #14
Late 1960's MB $30
Here's
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
the late 1960's by Export Publications LTD., this item is issue #14
from the MAD Spanish Language (En Espanol) Export edition. This
edition of MAD Magazine is not a foreign edition per se, but is
rather a MAD Magazine that has been published in the USA, then
exported to Spanish-speaking countries (mainly Mexico). I have also
heard that this edition was also sold in the USA, but in cities with
large Hispanic populations, like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.
This is issue #14 in the series, and issues 13, 14, 15 and 16 are the
only issues that have been accounted for. There has been no evidence
or appearance of issues 1-12, or any issues after #16. This
particular issue is in G/VG condition, with surface, corner, and edge
wear. This issue is one of the rarest "foreign" issues to
find, simply due to its scarcity.Price realized: $38
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#55 - MAD Magazine Original Production Photo Carol Burnett
MAD #212 MB $10
Here’s
a very cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1979 by
E.C. Publications, this is an original production photo from the MAD
Magazine Letters page. This particular photo is of comedienne, Carol
Burnett, and her daughter, Jody, and was taken during a visit to the
MAD Magazine offices back in 1979. The photo was then published in
the Letters Page of MAD Magazine issue #212. This photo measures
approx. 4 3/4" by 7”, and is in Excellent display
condition, with light storage and handling wear. MAD Magazine #212
is also included in this lot. It is also in Excellent display
condition.Price realized: $37
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#56 - Hopping MAD Paperback Book w/ Hardcover Library Binding
RARE MB $20
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1976 by Warner
Books, this is a 5th printing of the MAD Magazine paperback book,
Hopping MAD. Normally, this book wouldn't really cause a ruckus, and
could easily be found on eBay for just a few dollars. But, what makes
this particular book special is that it has a special library binding
attached to it. Typically, the front and back covers are removed, and
the book is glued into the hardcover binding. The front and back
covers are then re-attached to the hardcover binding. This book was
offered for rental usage in the late 1970's at the Anoka (Minn.)
Senior High School Media Center, and several of the media center's
stamps are shown on the interior pages. This book is in Excellent
display condition, although there is some sticker residue and paper
loss at the upper left hand corner of the front cover.Price realized: $20
Lot
#57 - The Death Of GROO Signed w/ Picture By Aragones
Nick Meglin MB $30
Here's
a cool piece of Sergio Aragones memorabilia. Published in 1987 by
EPIC Comics, this is a First Printing of the trade paperback book,
The Death Of GROO. GROO is a comic book character developed by MAD
Magazine artist, Sergio Aragones, and one could argue that Mr.
Aragones is as well known for GROO than he is for his work in MAD
Magazine. In any event, the inside front cover of this book contains
an illustration of the late MAD Magazine editor, Mr. Nick Meglin, and
shows Mr. Meglin threatening GROO with a tennis racket. It has also
been signed by Mr. Aragones, with the message: To Nick El Hermano
De GROO! (Sergio!). The drawing and text is quite large (6 1/2"
by 9"), and takes up the majority of the inside front cover.
This book is in Excellent display condition, but shows some storage
and handling wear along the top edge.Price realized: $53
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#58 - Dutch / Netherlands MAD Magazine First, Premiere #1
Issue 2011 MB $20
Here
is a hard to find foreign MAD Magazine first issue. Published in 2011
by The Don Lawrence Collection, this is the first, premiere, #1 issue
from the second edition of the Dutch / Netherlands version of MAD
Magazine. This issue contains reprints from past issues of MAD
Magazine, and this particular issue appears to be unread and in Near
Mint condition. Also included in this lot are two different single
page articles (written in the Dutch language)about the release of
this latest version of MAD Magazine in Holland.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#59 - Dynamite Magazine #3 w/ MAD Magazine Article
1974 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1974 by
Scholastic Magazines Inc., this lot contains the third issue of
Dynamite Magazine. Dynamite magazine was a monthly magazine, geared
toward the early teenager segment. It served as an activity book
each month, offering tricks, recipes, games, and contests, and also
served as a monthly update on pop culture. This issue features
Alfred E. Neuman on the front cover, and has an article about MAD
Magazine on the inside. This issue has been read, but is in
Excellent display condition.Price realized: $22
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#60 - MAD Magazine Memorabilia "For Sale" Catalog
Michael Lerner 1995 MB $5
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1995 by MAD
Magazine memorabilia collector, Michael Lerner, this lot contains a
MAD Magazine memorabilia "For Sale" catalog. Mr. Lerner was
famous for conducting his MAD Magazine memorabilia auctions in the
mid to late 1990's, but this is his stab at selling his overstock of
MAD memorabilia outside of the confines of a telephone auction. This
MAD memorabilia catalog once belonged to MAD Magazine memorabilia
collector, Cisco Harland, and his address is written on the back of
the catalog. It appears this catalog has been paged through just a
few times, and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $37
Lot
#61 - MAD Magazine's Bill Gaines Signed Note October
8, 1982 RARE MB $20
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1982, this
item is a slip of paper that has a message signed by MAD Magazine's
Bill Gaines. This piece of paper was found in a collection of MAD
Magazine memorabilia that I had purchased, so I don't know the real
history behind it. It is dated October 8, 1982 (10-8-82), and has a
couple of staple holes at the upper left hand corner. The note says,
"Please Sign & Return", so I'm thinking it was sent to
one of MAD's artists or writers. This item measures approx. 4"
by 6", and is in Excellent display condition, with a light (but
elongated) corner crease.Price realized: $27
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#62 - Pre-MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Postcard
1950's MB $5
Here's
a nice piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably produced in
the 1950's, this is a postcard featuring an early image of MAD
Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman. This postcard features the likeness of
Alfred on the front, along with the caption, "Me Worry?"
This postcard measures approx. 3 ½" by 5 ½",
and has never been mailed. There is a message printed in blue ink on
the front, which states, "I lost a tooth since me last pose
Honey". This postcard is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $26
Lot
#63 - The MAD Show Playbill / Showcard New Theatre NYC
RARE MB $10
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1966 by
Showcard Publications, this is the Playbill / Showcard for the New
Theatre showing of The MAD Show. The MAD Show ran in New York City at
the New Theatre and was wildly successful. After that, shows sprung
up in Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Los Angeles, where it was a hit in
each venue it appeared. This particular Playbill is filled with cast
member bios, details on upcoming shows, and many advertisements. It
has been handled and enjoyed but is still in Excellent display
condition.Price realized: $27
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#64 - Spy vs. Spy "First Day Cover" Postcard w/
Original Prohias Pencil Sketch MB $20
Here's
a super cool piece of Spy vs. Spy memorabilia. Produced in 1991 by
the late MAD Magazine artist, Antonio Prohias, this is a postcard he
created as a sort of 'First Day Cover". He stamped a trimmed
pre-paid 19-cent US postcard with a purple stamp of the Black and
White Spies, stamped his mailing address on the left edge of the
postcard, then placed a mailing label in in the bottom right hand
corner. But the real value is shown on the back of the postcard,
where he sketched his popular Black Spy two times, each with a
different facial pose. This is surely a cool collector's item, and
it is in Excellent display condition. It measures approx. 2 7/8"
by 5 1/8".Price realized: $76
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#65 - Collection Of Five (5) German MAD Magazine Promotional
Postcards MB $5
Here's
a cool collection of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
1999 and 2000 for E.C. Publications and Dino Comics Verlag, this is a
collection of promotional postcards from the German version of MAD
Magazine. These postcards feature reprints of cover images from
various issues of both the German MAD and US MAD, and include images
from issues 351, 360, and 371 from the US MAD, and issue #20 from the
German MAD. These postcards measure approx. 4 1/8" by 5 7/8",
and are unused and in Near Mint condition, with ultra-light storage
and handling wear.Price realized: $5
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#66 - The 20 Dumbest People, Events, and Things Of 1999 & 2000
MAD Mini Issues MB $5
Here's
a set of two (2) cool promotional issues of MAD Magazine. Published
in 2000 & 2001 by E.C. Publications, these are the "20
Dumbest People, Events, and Things of 1999" and "......2000"
special issues of MAD Magazine. These issues takes a look at just
that, the 20 Dumbest........., but in MAD's classic style of satire
and parody. Both issues even include a special back page Fold-In by
Al Jaffee. These issues were included in several national periodicals
in the Spring of 2000 and Spring of 2001. Both issues are in Near
Mint condition, with light handling wear. The 1999 issue also shows
a light bit of waviness.Price realized: $36
Lot
#67 - MAD Magazine / Bill Gaines Letter "Moving On
From The Gaines Era" MB $10
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1992 by
the bigwigs at DC Comics, this item is a letter detailing some of the
future plans in store for the staff of MAD in the post-Bill Gaines
era. This letter was sent to the MAD artists and writers, as well as
the entire MAD editorial and office staff. This particular letter
comes from the estate of the late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Bob
Clarke. It is in Excellent display condition, although it had been
tri-folded at some point (but has been stored flat for years).Price realized: $50
Lot
#68 - Burger King Restaurant “To-Go” Bags w/ Mort
Drucker Artwork RARE MB$ 10
Here’s
a unique collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1990 for
Burger King Holdings Inc., this is a collection of Burger King
restaurant carry-out bags. What makes these bags special is that the
artwork found on the bags was drawn by MAD Magazine’s Mort
Drucker. I am not sure of any promotion that Burger King had with Mr.
Drucker, so maybe it was a regional thing? Anyway, there are four (4)
different bags in this collection, with each bag having a different
size capacity (4 pounds, 6 pounds, 12 pounds, and jumbo). The three
smaller bags are unused and in Excellent display condition, with
light storage and handling wear. There largest bag shows a little bit
of use, but has been folded back into its original condition.Price realized: $31
Lot
#69 - WAX (Paper) Magazine #32 October 1978 MAD Magazine
Parody Issue MB $25
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1978 by Warner
Brothers Records Inc., this is Issue #32 of Wax Paper Magazine. Wax
Paper was a recording industry magazine that published news on
forthcoming vinyl record releases from Warner Brothers' stable of
recording artists. Issues of WAX were never sold on newsstands, but
were distributed for free to employees of Warner Brothers and other
recording industry professionals. This particular is the famous MAD
Magazine parody issue, which contains cover artwork by the late MAD
Magazine cover artist, Frank Kelly Freas. The WAX logo uses the
familiar MAD Magazine logo font, and the Table of Contents closely
resembles the same section in MAD. There's even a Ripley's Believe It
Or Not, MAD-style parody on the inside back cover. This issue has
been read, but is still in Excellent display condition, with some
lower right corner damage throughout the issue, and lisght surface
wear on the back cover.Price realized: $31
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#70 - Swedish MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Sticker Fan
Supporter Club MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1970's by Williams Forlag AB, this is an Alfred E. Neuman sticker.
This sticker is part of a larger set of stickers, which included a
Swedish MAD logo sticker and a set of smaller Alfred E. Neuman
stickers. These stickers were offered for sale in the pages of the
Swedish MAD, and are hardly ever seen here is the USA. This sticker
is very large, and measures approx. 9 1/2" by 12". This
sticker is unused, and in Mint condition. It has been placed in a
frame for protection, but can be easily removed if you wish. A
Swedish MAD paperback book is shown in Picture 3, but is there to
show size comparison only. It is not included in this auction.Price realized: $37
Lot
#71 - Collection Of Four (4) Italian MAD Magazines Rare
Oversize Editions MB $25
Here's
a cool collection of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
1972 and 1973 by Williams Inteuropa S.p.A., this lot contains four
(4) different oversize issues from the Italian version of MAD
Magazine. These issues contain reprints from the US version of MAD
Magazine, with a few contributions from Italian artists &
writers. The first seven (7) issues of the Italian version of MAD
Magazine were standard size issues. The next six (6) issues were
printed in an oversize format, and this lot contains four ot them:
#'s 9, 10, 12, and 13 . These issues are in Excellent display
condition, with light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $41
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#72 - Percussion Internationale 33 1/3 RPM Record w / Don
Martin Art MB $25
Here’s
a super rare piece of Don Martin memorabilia. Produced in the early
1960’s by the Canadian Musical Industries Inc. (CMI), this is a
33 1/3 rpm recording of Pierre du Jardin and the Stereosonic
Orchestra. This record is full of percussion-based music, and has ten
(10) tracks listed on the album. But most importantly, the album
cover features artwork by MAD’s MADdest artist, Mr. Don Martin.
This album is one of five (5) different CMI albums with Mr. Martins
work, and any of them are rather difficult to find. This item is in
Excellent display condition, with light surface and handling wear.Price realized: $75
Lot
#73 - MAD Magazine Manila Mailing Envelope w/ Duck Edwing
Original Art MB $25
Here's
a one-of-a-kind piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Probably produced
in the 1970's by MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Don "Duck"
Edwing, this is a mailing envelope he sent to MAD Magazine Associate
Editor, Mr. Nick Meglin. This mailing envelope is very cool, as Mr.
Edwing added a large drawing of King Kong on the front of the
envelope, complete with bricks, a building in the shape of the MAD
Magazine logo, windows, and horrified onlookers. It appears that a
small portion of the envelope has been clipped from the right end, as
the letters "V" and "E" are missing from the word
"Ave." in the address. This item measures approx. 9"
by 10 3/4", and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $67
Lot
#74 - MAD Magazine Press Kit Warner Consumer Products
1994 MB $75
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1994 by Warner
Consumer Products, this is a MAD Magazine press kit. This kit was
given away to prospective licensees at various trade show and the
like, to aid in the licensing of MAD Magazine products and apparel.
The inside features a pull-out brochure shaped like a wad of cash,
which lists manufacturers who already had licensed MAD Magazine
products in production (Kitchen Sink Press, Lightrix, OSP Publishing,
and Lime Rock International, among others). This item appears to have
looked at just a few times, and is in Near Mint condition, with light
storage and handling wear, and a light scratch on the front.Price realized: $75
Lot
#75 - "Al Jaffee's MAD Life" Original Art Exhibit
Signed Poster MoCCA 2010 MB $25
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine and Al Jaffee memorabilia. Produced in
2010 by the Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art (MoCCA), this item is a
promotional poster from the 2010 Al Jaffee's "MAD Life"
original art exhibit, which was held at the MoCCA from October 5,
2010 through January 30, 2011. This exhibit featured original art
from Mr. Jaffee that was written about in his book, Al Jaffee's MAD
Life. It was mainly his non-MAD work, and the exhibit contained a
substantial amount of art. Measuring approx. 11" by 17",
this item is in Excellent display condition. It has been signed by
Mr. Jaffee in blue marker pen on the front, and is a limited edition
item. It is numbered 37/100. A Swedish MAD paperback book is
photographed next to the poster, for size comparison only. It is not
included in this auction.Price realized: $67
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#76 - MAD Magazine Style Book Framed Color Page w/ Alfred
E. Neuman MB $20
Here's
a super cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1994 by
E. C. Publications, this is a full color page of fantasy MAD Magazine
memorabilia. I assume this color page has been taken from the MAD
Style Guide and then framed. I cannot confirm this, however, as the
Style Guide that I own does not have this page included. In any
event, this piece is very cool, as it shows various pieces of
merchandise that would be a good fit in the scheme of MAD Magazine
and Alfred E. Neuman. This item has been placed into a frame for
protection, and can easily be removed. This piece measures approx.
11" by 16 1/2", and is in Excellent display condition, with
a vertical crease down the center.Price realized: $36
Lot
#77 - MAD Series One Trading Card Set Promotional Shrinkwrapped
Set RARE MB $20
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1992 by
Lime Rock International, this is the complete set of MAD Series One
trading cards. This is a promotional 55-card set that was boxed and
sealed, then sent to selected card and collectible shops around the
country. These were sent to retailers in advance of their release in
order to attract potential buyers for the cards. The box is where
the value is though, as these sealed promotional sets are almost
never seen. This item is in Excellent display condition, with some
color fading on the front panel. It is assumed the cards located
inside the box are in Mint condition.Price realized: $87
Lot
#78 - MAD Magazine Office Back-Issue Availability List w/
Original Envelope MB $5
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1997 by E.C.
Publications, this is a MAD Magazine back-issue availability list.
This list was made available to anyone who requested one by mail, or
stopped into the MAD offices. The most current regular issue on the
list is #362 (1997), with the oldest regular issue available being
#282 (1988). The most current Super Special is #124 (1997), with the
oldest available being #60 (1987). Other issues available include
Tales Calculated To Drive You MAD #1, Batman Spectacular, Star Trek
Spectacular, Star Wars Spectacular, and the MAD TV Telezine. This
sheet is in Near Mint condition, with storage and handling wear. It
has also been tri-folded. From the collection of Australian MAD
Magazine memorabilia collector, Mr. Anastasios Moralis.Price realized: $5
Lot
#79 - Spy vs. Spy Computer Game w/ Instruction Manual 1986
Kemco MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine and Spy vs. Spy memorabilia. Produced
in 1986 by Kemco, this is a Spy vs. Spy computer game. I am not
certain which operating system this game belongs to, but the box
says, "Family Computer", so I'm thinking it might be a
Commodore system. This lot includes the original storage box, the
instructional manual (99% of the words are in Japanese) and the
plastic game disc. The storage box shows lots of handling wear, but
it is complete. I am not sure it the game disc is operational.Price realized: $57
Lot
#80 - MAD Magazine Digest-Sized Paperback Book Clods Letters
1st Printing MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1974 by Warner
Paperback Library, this is a MAD Magazine paperback book. Entitled,
Clod's Letters To MAD, this book is the larger "digest"
sized version of the line of MAD Magazine paperbacks. I don't believe
this book has ever been read, as the spine is nice and tight, and the
book has just a hint of handling and storage wear. If this book was
on display on a retail book shelf, you could not tell that it was 50
years old. It looks brand new.Price realized: $11
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#81 - MAD Magazine / Free Comic Book Day Unopened Bundle Of 25
2024 MB $40
Here's
a super cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 2024 by
E.C. Publications, this is an unopened bundle of twenty-five (25)
issues of MAD Magazine. This particular issue is a Special Edition
of MAD, and was given away for free at participating retailers who
participated in Free Comic Book Day, on May 4, 2024. Normally, these
issues were received by retailers in a bundle of 25, then opened and
distributed to guests. This bundle was found in the back room of a
comic book store, unopened. This is definitely a very cool display
item, and is probably one of the few bundles of this MAD issue that
have been left unopened.Price realized: No Bid
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#82 - MAD Magazine / Spy vs. Spy Coffee Mug XPRES
1996 MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine and Spy vs. Spy memorabilia. Produced
in 1996 by XPRES Corporation, this is a ceramic coffee mug, featuring
both the Black and Whites Spies from the popular MAD Magazine
feature, Spy vs. Spy. This coffee mug, along with a set of foam
rubber coasters, ceramic steins, and ceramic refrigerator magnets,
were also known as the MAD Magazine "Family Fun"
collectibles line, as these were sold by a dealer called "Family
Fun Collectibles" in the "For Sale" section in Toy
Shop magazine. This coffee mug appears to be unused, and is in Near
Mint condition, with some sticker residue on the bottom.Price realized: $52
Lot
#83 - British MAD Magazine Promotional Display Poster
1970's MB $25
This
is a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1970's by Thorpe & Porter LTD., this is a very cool and very rare
British MAD Magazine sales poster. This item was displayed in British
comic book shops in the early to mid- 1970's, and is quite rare. This
poster features Alfred E. Neuman riding a motorcycle at the top,
while Alfred also appears as five (5) different characters on the
bottom. Measuring approx. 20" by 30", this poster was once
folded to approx. 7 1/2" by 10" (it is currently stored
rolled). In addition to the folds, there is also light "crinkling"
throughout the poster, as well as a few tiny edge tears around the
poster. I will ship this poster rolled.Price realized: $57
Lot
#84 - Totally MAD Paperback Book Boxed Set Ballantine
1970's MB $15
This
is a cool collection of MAD Magazine paperback books. Published in
the 1970's by Ballentine Books, this is a boxed set of five (5)
different MAD Magazine pocket books. These books are 1970's reprints
of the first five MAD Magazine paperback books: The MAD Reader, MAD
Strikes Back, Inside MAD, Utterly MAD, and The Brothers MAD. All of
the books are original to the box, but they all are later printings.
The display box is beautiful, and in Excellent display condition,
with just a hint of storage and handline wear.Price realized: $133
Lot
#85 - Greek MAD Magazine Bound Volume #12 1984
Rare MB $15
Here's
a super cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
1984 by A. EAMOYXOE, this is a bound volume of three (3) early issues
from the Greek version of MAD Magazine. Upon discovering that there
were several unsold issues of the Greek MAD being returned, the
publishers of the Greek MAD had the idea of repackaging those early
issues into a bound volume, at a rate of three (3) issues per volume.
This item is the twelfth Greek MAD bound volume produced, and
contains issues 49, 50, and 51. This item is in Excellent display
condition, with light surface, corner, and edge wear, and a price
sticker on the front cover. These foreign bound volumes are not easy
to find, so don't miss out!Price realized: $27
Lot
#86 - William M. (Bill) Gaines Museum Of Modern Art Signed
Admission Book MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of William M. (Bill) Gaines memorabilia. Produced in the
1970's by the Museum Of Modern Art (MoMA), this item is a book of
signed admission slips for entrance into the Museum of Modern Art in
New York City. This book originally held ten (10) admission slips,
but it has been used, and there are just two (2) admission slips
left. But, they have both been signed by the publisher of MAD
Magazine, Mr. William M. Gaines. This admission slip book measures
approx. 2 1/2" by 4 1/4", and is in decent display
condition, with noticeable creasing and dog-eared corners.Price realized: $31
Lot
#87 - German MAD Magazine / Alf Newman 45 RPM Record It's A Gas MB
$10
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1966 by
Golden 12 records, this is a 45 rpm record that features two (2)
songs from the Fink Along With MAD record album, It's A Gas and Let's
Do The Fink. The color pictures sleeve shows a cartoon-y likeness of
Alfred E. Neuman, and his name is shortened to "Alf". The
music contained on the record is identical to that found on the
album, and although I have not played this particular record, I would
assume that it is identical to others that I have played. Both the
record and color sleeve are in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $28
Lot
#88 - Alfred E. Neuman "Fuzzy-Hair" Bust
1960's Japan RARE MB $40
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably produced in
the 1960's in Japan, this is a painted wooden bust of MAD Magazine's
Alfred E. Neuman. This hand-painted bust features an Alfred lookalike
with orange fuzzy hair, and shows the words, "Me Worry"
painted on the base. The bust measures approx. 4 1/2" tall by 2
3/4" at the shoulder, and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $40
Lot
#89 - MAD Grooves Musical Cassette Tape Near
Mint 1996 MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1996 by Rhino
Records and E.C. Publications, this lot contains a cassette tape
version of MAD Grooves. MAD Grooves is a compilation of songs taken
from the MAD record albums from the early 1960's, the MAD Show album
from the mid-1960's, and songs from the paper and plastic record
bonuses found in the annual MAD Super Specials. Songs found on this
cassette tape include: She Got a Nose Job, Makin" Out, It's A
Gas, and a host of others. This cassette tape has been opened, but I
can't say whether or not it has been played. It is in Excellent
display condition.Price realized: $10
Lot
#90 - MAD Magazine Promotional Football Helmet Logo Cloisonne Pin
RARE MB $5
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the early
1990's by Brian Fitterman, this is a MAD Magazine football helment
cloisonne' pin. This pin was never offered for sale by MAD, and was
given away at different media events that MAD attended. It was later
given away to visitors at the MAD offices. Measuring approx. 1 1/8"
by 1 1/8", this item has been lightly used, and is in Excellent
display condition.Price realized: $17
Lot
#91 - MAD Magazine Subscription Premium Sealed Magnet Sheet
2001 MB $10
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine subscription premium. Produced in 2001 for E.C.
Publications, this is a MAD Magazine magnet sheet. This magnet sheet
was originally offered as a subscription premium back in 2001. Then,
it was included in the MAD Neumanisms boxed set that was produced by
MAD Books in 2001. Measuring approx. 5" by 7", this item
is unused and still factory sealed. It is in Mint condition.Price realized: $10
Lot
#92 - Norway MAD Magazine MAD Klassiske Hardcover Book EC Comic
Reprints MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1990
by Semic/Nordisk Forlag AS, this item is a hardcover book that
features reprints of the popular MAD comic books, published in the
1950's by E.C. Comics. You could almost say that this is the
Norwegian version of the Russ Cochran volumes of MAD comics that were
published in the 1980's. This volume includes feature stories from
the early MAD comic books like, Shadow, Black & Blue Hawks, and
Cowboy, among several others. This book is in Excellent display
condition, with surface and handling wear.Price realized: $21
Lot
#93 - MAD Magazine Artist / Paul Coker Signed Christmas
Card 1980's MB $5
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1980's by the late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Paul Coker Jr., this is a
personal Christmas card he sent to friends and family during the
Christmas season. This particular card features Santa Claus and two
elves on the front, waiting in their workshop for the bulldozer to
run them over. It has been signed in red marker by Mr. Coker as
well. This card is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $11
Lot
#94 - Swedish MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Cork Coaster
RARE MB $15
Here's
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Probably
produced in the 1970's or 1980's, this is an Alfred E. Neuman cork
coaster. These coasters were produced in a very limited edition, and
were only given away as gifts to the Swedish MAD staff. This item
measures approx. 3 1/8" in diameter, and is in Excellent display
condition. The color difference in the photos is "Flash"
or "No Flash". The true color of the coaster leans more
towards the first, "No Flash" photo.Price realized: $40
Lot
#95 - Jack Davis Signed Letter Envelopes Mailed To Al
Jaffee 2011, 2012 MB $5
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2011 and
2012 by the late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Jack Davis, this is a set
of two (2) different mailing envelopes that he mailed to the late MAD
Magazine artist, Mr. Al Jaffee. It is not know what the contents of
the envelopes were, but one of them contained documents concerning
Mr. Davis' book (not sure which one he's talking about). Mr. Davis
hand wrote his address and Mr. Jaffee's address on one of the
envelopes, while he hand wrote Mr. Jaffee's address on the front and
hand stamped his own address on the back of the other. One of the
envelopes is postmarked December 13, 2011 and the other is postmarked
June 30, 2012. Both are in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $31
Lot
#96 - Swedish MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman “Elizabethan”
Poster 1970's MB $50
Here’s
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
1973 for Semic Press AB, this is a Swedish Alfred E. Neuman poster.
This poster was originally sold through the pages of the Swedish MAD.
Then, the people at the British MAD tried their hand at selling the
same poster, but with a different year printed on the front. The
German MAD did the same. The folks at the Italian MAD also borrowed
Alfred’s face from this poster and used it on the front cover
of their first bound volume of magazines. This poster measures
approx. 18 3/8” by 27 ¼", and is in Excellent
display condition, with light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $70
Lot
#97 - Norway / Norsk MAD Magazine Bound Volume 1983
RARE MB $15
This
is a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
1984 by Semic Nordisk Forlag, this is a bound volume of magazines
from the Norwegian version of MAD Magazine. These issues feature
reprints from the US issues, although there is some original content
from Norwegian artists and writers. The issues contained in this
volume are in Very Fine condition, with light surface, corner and
edge wear. The paper wraparound cover shows light storage and
handling wear. This volume contains nine (9) issues, and all are from
the year 1983. Foreign MAD bound volumes are very tough to find, so
don't miss out on this beauty!Price realized: $25
Lot
#98 - MAD Trip to The Bahamas Letter 1982
Collection Of Duck Edwing MB $20
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1982 by
MAD Magazine publisher, Mr. Bill Gaines, this is a letter he drafted
and sent to all of the MAD staff and freelancers in order to gauge
interest in the destination of the 1982 MAD Trip abroad. Ultimately,
it was a toss-up between three days in Atlantic City, or three days
in the Bahamas, and everyone had to submit their vote before April
12, with the trip scheduled to start on October 29. The Bahamas won.
This letter in one of three stapled pages, and comes with the
original mailing envelope. Mr. Gaines has also signed the last page
with, "Bill". This item comes from the collection of the
late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Don "Duck" Edwing.
Everything is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $62
Lot
#99 - Australian MAD Magazine Plastic Shopping Bag
Squirt Toys 1994 MB $10
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1994 by
New Concept Merchandising, this is an Australian MAD Magazine plastic
shopping bag. This bag features a yellow MAD Magazine logo (with a
red MAD logo underneath), along with a full-color Alfred E. Neuman in
the center. All of this appears on both sides. It has been said
that the line of five (5) Australian MAD Squirt Toys were packaged in
this bag, but I cannot confirm this. This bag measures approx. 12
1/2" by 15", and is in Excellent display condition, with a
horizontal crease in the center.Price realized: $127
Lot
#100 - MAD Magazine / Warner Brothers Print MAD About The
Movies MB $150
Here's
a very hard to find MAD Magazine art print. Produced in 1999 by the
Warner Brothers Studio Stores, this is MAD Magazine art print titled,
"MAD About The Movies." This print was created in
conjunction with the 75th anniversary of Warner Brothers Studios.
MAD Magazine artist, Mort Drucker, was commissioned to create a
celebratory print featuring a few of the most popular Warner Brothers
cartoon characters, plus Alfred E. Neuman. This is a limited edition
print, with a print run of 250. This print is both signed and
numbered, with the signature of Mort Drucker at the bottom right hand
corner of the print, and the print number located at the bottom left
of the print (250/250). The official Certificate Of Authenticity is
included and is attached to the back of the frame. This print is in
Excellent display conditon, but the frame has been banged around a
little bit. There are several scratches and marks on the black
frame, and several frame nails (to keep the print in place) are
missing. There has been a slight repair on the back of the frame
with black tape to keep the frame board in place. All in all, this
piece is rare, and in terrific display condition. It is all set and
ready to hang or your wall, or your outhouse door.Price realized: $455
END OF SESSION ONE
Session Two - Saturday, February 15, 2025
Lot
#101 - Don Martin / The Whole Don Set Paperback Boxed Set
Factory Sealed MB $50
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in the 1979 by
Warner Books, this is a paperback boxed set featuring five (5)
different Don Martin paperback books. The titles of the books in this
set include: Don Martin Carries On, Don Martin Forges Ahead, Don
Martin Steps Further Out, Don Martin Cooks Up More Tales, and Don
Martin Drops Thirteen Stories. This box is still factory
shrink-wrapped, so for obvious reasons I cannot determine the
condition of the books. But, I would be they are in Mint condition.
The box appears to have a couple of corner and side "dings",
simply from storage and handling. The shrinkwrap film is also
complete, with no tears or holes.Price realized: $267
Lot
#102 - British MAD Magazine Bound Volume 1982
RARE MB $15
This
is a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
1983 by Suron International Publications, this is a bound volume of
magazines from the British version of MAD Magazine. These issues
feature reprints from the US issues, although there is some original
content from British artists and writers. The issues contained in
this volume are in Very Fine condition, with light surface, corner
and edge wear. The paper wraparound cover shows light storage and
handling wear. This volume contains twelve (12) issues, and all are
from the year 1982. Foreign MAD bound volumes are very tough to
find, so don't miss out on this beauty!Price realized: $26
Lot
#103 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman COVID Political Cartoon
Print 2020 MB $30
Here's
an obscure piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2020 by
the political cartoonist, Mr. Gary Varvel, this is a print he created
at the beginning of the COVID outbreak back in March of 2020. Mr.
Varvel was an award-winning politcal cartoonist for the Indianapolis
Star newspaper for over twenty (20) years. He created this drawing
at the beginning of the COVID outbreak in March of 2020, then posted
it online as a limited-edition print. Measuring approx. 13" by
19", this item has been placed inside of a frame for protection.
It is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $52
Lot
#104 - 1950's Greasy Kid Stuff Lotion Bottle w/ Alfred E.
Neuman MB $40
This
is a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the
1950's by D&S Enterprises out of Edmond, Washington, this item is
a bottle of creamy hair tonic / lotion. But was makes this item a
treasure is the appearance of Alfred E. Neuman on the label. There is
still lotion in the bottle, but I am not sure if it has ever been
opened. It stands approx. 5" tall, and is in terrific display
condition. The label does how some storage and handling wear,
however. And, the fingerprints are part of the label art, to avoid
any confusion.Price realized: $106
Lot
#105 - Sergio Aragones Photographic Poster Print 1965
RARE MB $20
Here's
an obscure piece of Sergio Aragones memorabilia. Produced in 1965,
this is a photographic print of a piece of art Sergio Aragones drew
in March of 1965. I am not sure for which publication he drew this
for, as MAD does not give him any artist credit for that time frame.
I'm thinking it could be from a Mexican publication, as most of the
legible text in the art is in Spanish. Who knows? In any event,
this item is very unique, and is most likely one-of-a-kind. This
item measures approx. 12 1/4" by 17 1/4", and is very
tightly rolled. Because it is printed on heavy bond photograph
paper, the edges show several teeny tears/nicks. There are also
bends and creases at the corners, and a 2" tear near the upper
left hand corned that has been repaired with white tape (on the
back).Price realized: $155
Lot
#106 - Swedish Alfred E. Neuman Plastic Bronze Relief
Plaque 1980's MB $40
Here's
a super cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
the 1980's by Stiko Stockholm for Semic Press AB, this is a Swedish
Alfred E. Neuman plastic relief wall hanging. This item was sold
through the pages of the Swedish MAD, and offers a 3-dimensional
image of Alfred E. Neuman of the front. This item is very light and
fragile, and has a clear, opaque finish in some areas. This item is
in remarkably good display condition, considering its fragility and
trip across the Atlantic Ocean. It is a little dusty, and has a few
spots of white paint on it. There is also a small side piece missing
from the lower right hand corner, and also a pin hole at the top.
Despite the few condition flaws, this item is in Excellent display
condition.Price realized: $72
Lot
#107 - MAD Magazine Art Director / John Putnam Original Signed
Letter RARE MB $25
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1970's by the late MAD Magazine Art Director, Mr. John Putnam, this
is an original signed letter he sent to a fan. It is not dated, but
it is pre-1980, as that is the year Mr. Putnam passed away (during
the 1980 MAD Trip To Germany). The letter was drafted on official
MAD Magazine stationery (with the Alfred E. Neuman watermark), and
has been signed / initialed by Mr. Putnam. This letter is in
Excellent display condition, but has been folded.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#108 - MAD Magazine Original Art Auction Catalog Christie's
1992 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1992 by
Christie, Manson, and Woods International Inc., this item is an
auction catalog from the December 18, 1992 live auction of MAD
Magazine original art. Entitled, "The Art Of MAD", this
auction catalog features works of art from the MAD Magazine archives.
This catalog contains the art from the first "dumpster dive"
into the MAD original art archives (after the Russ Cochran MAD art
auction in the late 1980's). After this auction, the remaining art
was sold in two separate auctions at Sotheby's auction house, and one
more at Heritage Auction House in Dallas. This catalog is in decent
display condition, with surface and handling wear, and some sticker
residue at the upper right hand corner of the front cover.Price realized: $6
Lot
#109 - MAD Magazine / Totally MAD Sealed "Junk Mail"
Envelope 1999 MB $5
Here's
a neat piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1999 by
Broderbund Software, this is a piece of bulk "Junk Mail"
featuring the Totally MAD CD-Rom disk set. This is basically just a
collection of sales literature featuring highlights from the Totally
MAD CD-Rom disk set, but this envelope has never been opened. I
recall receiving one of these back in 1999, and I of course opened it
right away. This item features Alfred E. Neuman on the front, with
an assortment of MAD Magazine covers. The back features a picture of
the boxed Totally MAD set. This item is in Excellent display
condition, with light storage and handling wear. From the collection
of Andrew Flint.Price realized: $16
Lot
#110 - Alfred E. Neuman Original "Fan Art"
Painting 2020 MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in February
of 2020, this is a very nice rendition of MAD Magazine's Alfred E.
Neuman. It is difficult to discern exactly who the artist is, but
the title of the painting, "What Me Worry", and the month &
year (2/20), are easily distinguishable. This item measures approx.
5" by 7", and is in Excellent display conditon. The medium
is oil (?) on canvas.Price realized: $10
Lot
111 - The "NEW" MAD Promotional Store Display Kit Poster
1997 MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1997 for E.C.
Publications, this is a poster from the "New" MAD store
display kit. The re-launch of the "New" MAD Magazine took
place on April 1, 1997, and featured a new logo on the cover, a few
different artist and writers, new character features (like Melvin &
Jenkins), and just a general new format. Originally, the items
included in the "New" MAD store display kit were two (2)
different posters, a mobile display, and a cover letter on MAD
stationery, all of which were included in a white MAD storage
envelope. The countertop display was separate. Measuring approx.
17" by 22" (unfolded), this poster is in Near Mint
condition, with ultra-light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $10
Lot
#112 - MAD Comic Book #8 Original EC Comic Book
1954 RARE MB $50
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1954 by
Educational Comics Inc., this is issue #8 of MAD. MAD Magazine
started in 1952, and the first twenty-three (23) issues were actual
comic books. This particular copy is number eight (8) in the series.
This issue features cover artwork by Harvey Kurtzman, with interior
page art by Will Elder, Jack Davis, Kurtzman, and Wally Wood. This
issue has never been graded or slabbed, but it is in VG condition,
with surface and edge wear. There is also a teeny tiny piece missing
from the lower left hand corner of the front cover, and a tiny piece
missing from the upper left hand corner of the back cover.Price realized: $255
Lot
#113 - MAD Magazine / Up The Academy Promotional Still
Photo 1980 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1980 by Warner
Bros. Inc., this is a promotional b/w photo from the 1980 box office
flop, Up The Academy. This photo, along with other photos taken from
the movie, were part of an Up The Academy press kit that was
distributed to owners and managers of movie theater houses throughout
the US. This particular photo features Alfred E. Neuman, along with
four (4) actors who appeared in the movie, with the Karate Kid's,
Ralph Macchio, shown on the left. This photo measures approx. 7 1/2"
by 9 3/8" and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $5
Lot
#114 - MAD Magazine / MAD For Keeps Original Print
Advertisement 1958 MB $5
Here's
a hard to find piece of MAD Magazine history. Published in several
newspapers and periodicals in 1958, this item is an original print
advertisement for the MAD For Keeps hardcover book. MAD For Keeps
was MAD's first hardcover anthology, and featured reprints from the
first thirty (30) issues of MAD. Measuring approx. 2 1/2" by 5
1/4", this item has been clipped from the magazine it was
displayed in, but is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#115 - MAD Magazine Artist / Dave Berg Autographed Portrait
Sheet 1980's MB $5
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1980's by
MAD Magazine artist, Dave Berg, this is a homemade autograph that he
sent to his fans that requested an autograph. This sheet features a
b/w photo of Mr. Berg, along with a printed career recap that has
been copied from a comics industry publication. It has been signed
in red marker by Mr. Berg, along with a greeting that says, "To
My Friend Julian". This item measures approx. 8 1/2" by
11", and is in Excellent display condition, with a horizontal
fold in the center.Price realized: $16
Lot
#116 - MAD Magazine / Spy vs. Spy Breast Cancer Awareness
Pathtag 81/150 MB $5
Here's
a unique piece of MAD Magazine and Spy vs. Spy memorabilia. Produced
and minted in 2019 by The MAD Museum, this is a Spy vs. Spy
collectible pathtag. Pathtags are custom-designed metal tags
produced for Geocaching. Geocaching is an outdoor recreational
activity in which participants use a GPS receiver or mobile device in
order to hide and seek containers (called geocaches or caches) at
specific locations marked by coordinates all over the world. The MAD
Museum produced and minted several different MAD Magazine themed
pathtags, and this is one of the different styles. This pathtag
features the Black and White Spies on the front, as well as a
large-breasted Gray spy. This pathtag measures approx. 1" in
diameter, and is numbered 81 out of the set of 150 produced. This
item is still attached to its display card, and this lot also
contains a MAD Museum business card, as well as a full color
"catalog" of the different pathtags made available by The
MAD Museum. All items are in Excellent display condition. From the
collection of Andrew Flint.Price realized: $5
Lot
#117 - MAD Grooves Store Display Sign Rhino Records
1996 Ultra Rare MB $50
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1996 by
Rhino Records for E.C. Publications, this is a cardboard display sign
for MAD Grooves. MAD Grooves is a compilation of songs taken from the
MAD record albums from the early 1960's, the MAD Show album from the
mid-1960's, and songs from the paper and plastic record bonuses found
in the annual MAD Super Specials. This display sign was given away
to music stores in selected areas of the USA, and is very difficult
to find. The main part of the display (top of Alfred's head to the
bottom of the white background) measures approx. 11 1/8" tall,
with a width of approx. 5 7/8". This item has been folded to
show the basic shape of the display when assembled, so technically it
is not yet assembled. There is an attached, but unpeeled, glue strip
to complete the assembly, if you wish to do so. This item is very
difficult to obtain, and could be considered a modern day, MAD "Holy
Grail". This is one of eight (8) displays known to exist.Price realized: $255
Lot
#118 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Senior Softball Team T-Shirt
RARE MB $25
Here's
a cool piece of unlicensed MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
2000's by Dunn's Sporting Goods, this item is a softball uniform
t-shirt. This particular shirt is from the "Crabby Old Farts"
senior softball team, and features Alfred E. Neuman, the MAD Magazine
logo, and the words, "What? Me Worry?", all on the front of
the shirt. This shirt is an Adult size Large, and is in Excellent
display condition, with very little usage.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#119 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Sweatshirt Sun
Sportswear 1980's MB $25
This
is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman sweatshirt. Manufactured in the
late 1980's by Sun Sportswear, this long-sleeved sweatshirt features
the cover of MAD Magazine #132 on the front. The image is a
cartoon-like image, rather than the real photo as shown on the actual
magazine cover. The size tag is missing, but my guess is that it is
an Adult size Large. This item is in Excellent display condition,
with hardly any noticeable wear.Price realized: $77
Lot
#120 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Sports Jersey
1990's RARE MB $30
Here's
a unique piece of MAD Magazine clothing. Probably produced in the
1990's, this is a sports jersey featuring MAD Magazine's Alfred E.
Neuman on the front. The reason I say "sports" jersey is
that I couldn't tell you if it was made for football or hockey. It's
made from 100% mesh polyester, and is probably a size 2XL, or a size
XL with room for shoulder pads. Although there is not a copyright
year shown, the image on the front of the shirt is shown as an
approved licensed image from the MAD Style Guide. This item is in
Excellent display condition, with a few small areas of pilling on the
mesh.Price realized: $105
Lot
#121 - "MAD About Sergio" Limited Edition T-Shirt
Ojai Museum 2009 MB $25
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine and Sergio Aragones memorabilia.
Produced in 2009 for the Ojai Valley Museum in Ojai, California, this
is a limited edition t-shirt produced for an exhibition of original
artwork from the files of MAD Magazine's, Sergio Aragones. Entitled,
"MAD About Sergio", this art exhibit ran from August 7
through October 4, 2009, and was well received. The show exhibited
selected works from MAD, as well as pieces from his GROO comic book,
and other bits of advertising work throughout the years. The neck
tag on this shirt is missing, but it appears that this shirt is an
Adult size Large. It is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $110
Lot
#122 - MAD Magazine Premium Print Weird Al Yankovic
2015 RARE MB $25
This
is a cool MAD Magazine premium print. Produced in 2015 by E.C.
Publications, this item is a print of the cover to MAD Magazine issue
#533, the Weird Al Yankovic cover. Weird Al Yankovic was the Guest
Editor for MAD #533, and this print celebrates that historic event.
Measuring approx. 11" by 14", this item is in Near Mint
condition, with ultra-light storage and handling wear. This item is
from a first (and only) printing run, and although this particular
print is un-numbered, it is assumed the print run was just 1000.Price realized: $57
Lot
#123 - Alfred E. Neuman Poster Pre-MAD Image Late
1960's RARE MB $15
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the late
1960's by AA Sales, Inc. out of Seattle, this is an Alfred E. Neuman
poster. This poster features a pre-MAD image of Alfred E. Neuman, and
this poster uses the copyrighted image that was owned by Stuff &
Wilson. If you recall, this image was part of a copyright
infringement case against MAD in the 1960's, by the wife of Mr.
Stuff. The case was overturned, as it was discovered that Mrs. Stuff
failed to protect the copyright of Alfred's image when other
publishers tried to borrow or use the image. AA Sales also produced
the flocked color poster of Alfred E. Neuman, but this is the first
time I have ever seen this b/w version. This poster is quite large,
and measures approx. 23" by 35". A Swedish MAD paperback
book is also shown in the first photo, for size comparison only. It
is not included in this auction. This poster shows light browning,
and several small tears and creases along the corners and edges.
And, there is also a 5" tear at the top that has been repaired
with clear tape on the back. If framed correctly, those edge defects
would probably not be seen.Price realized: $46
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#124 - MAD Magazine / Annie Gaines Signed Letter w/ Business
Card, Photo MB $20
Here's
a neat collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1997 by
the former General Manager of MAD Magazine, Annie Gaines, this is a
signed letter she wrote to the late MAD Magazine memorabilia
collector, Mr. Andrew Flint. This letter was written after a "longer
than normal" delay in responding to his letter that she received
in August of 1996. This letter has been signed in red ink by Mrs.
Gaines, and this lot also includes one of Mrs. Gaines MAD business
cards, as well as a color photo of Mrs. Gaines and a a younger Mr.
Flint in the MAD offices. Al three items are in Excellent display
condition, although the letter has been tri-folded.Price realized: No Bid
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#125 - MAD Magazine / Bill Gaines Signed Color Photo w/
Staff Signatures MB $100
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1980's, this lot contains a framed color photo of the late founder of
MAD Magazine, Mr. Bill Gaines, as well as a 1980's MAD Magazine
production layout sheet that has been signed by members of the Usual
Gang Of Idiots. The color photo of Mr. Gaines measures approx. 8"
by 10", and has been signed by Mr. Gaines on the front. The MAD
layout sheet measures approx. 14" by 18", and has been
signed by John Ficarra, Nick Meglin, Len Brenner, Tom Nozkowski, and
Joe Raiola. This layout board (with attached color photo) has been
placed into a protective glass frame, which has been backed with a
piece of white foamcore. The single page, color obituary of Mr.
Gaines that appeared in the June 15, 1992 edition of Time Magazine is
also included, and has been attached to the white foamcore backing.
This item is in Excellent display condition, although I would suggest
changing the frame to one that is better quality.Price realized: $280
Lot
#126 – Swedish MAD Magazine Paperback Books Set Of
Thirty (30) Different MB $30
Here’s
a cool collection of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
1969, 1970, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1977, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983,
1984, and 1985 by Williams Forlags AB and Semic Press AB, this is a
set of thirty (30) different paperback books from the Swedish version
of MAD Magazine. These books feature no original content and are
direct translations of their American counterparts. All of these
books have been read just a few times, and are in Excellent display
condition, with storage and handling wear.Price realized: $30
Lot
#127 - Stack Of German MAD Magazines & Bound Volumes
1970's - 2000's MB $30
Here's
another cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
the 1970's and 1980's by Williams Verlag GmbH and 2001 by DINO
Entertainment AG, this is a collection of various issues from the
German version of MAD Magazine. This collection includes three (3)
different regular issues of the German MAD, four (4) different issues
of the German MAD Extra, three (3) different issues of the German
Super MAD (with an extra #3 issue, so four total), seven (7) issues
of the German Sammel-MAD Bound Volume, the German "Best Of MAD"
issue, and three (3) issues from the Second Edition of the German
MAD. Most of these issues are in Excellent display condition,
although the Super MAD and MAD Extra editions are kinda beat up.Price realized: $30
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#128 - MAD Magazine / Lime Rock Original Trading Card Shipping
Carton 1993 MB $5
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by Lime
Rock International, this item is an original cardboard shipping
carton for the MAD Magazine Series Two trading card boxes. This
carton held twelve (12) boxes of MAD Series Two trading card boxes,
and measures approx. 12" wide, by 9" deep, by 11"
high. It is still complete, and in decent display condition, with
surface, corner, and edge wear. The original Lime Rock shipping tape
is still attached to the top lid, and the white inventory sticker
that shows the box number (MAD 2304 of 7500) is still attached as
well.Price realized: No Bid
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#129 - MAD Magazine Staff Logo Jacket 1990's
RARE MB $100
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the early
1990's by Brian Fitterman, this item is a wool / leather MAD Magazine
logo jacket. Featuring an embroidered red and gold MAD Magazine logo
on the back, this item was not mass-produced, and is one of a few
samples that were made for the staff of MAD Magazine. Other members
of the Usual Gang of Idiots who had a jacket similar to this include
Annie Gaines Ashton, George Woodbridge, Al Jaffee, John Ficarra, and
Bob Clarke. This jacket is an Adult size Extra Large, with a chest
size of 46. This item appears to be unused, and is in Mint
condition. The dot that appears on the right shoulder of the jacket
in the first photo must be a smudge that was on the lens of the
camera. It is not on the jacket.Price realized: $480
Lot
#130 - Alfred E. Neuman Baby Barry Doll 100% Original Everything
RARE MB $200
Here's
a super rare piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in 1961
by the Baby Barry Doll Company, this is an original Baby Barry doll.
This doll is a direct knock-off of MAD Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman,
and is among the first unlicensed items produced after MAD Magazine
started rising in fame and popularity. This doll is in decent display
condition, and is 100% complete. This particular doll has the yellow
and black checkered coat, which is what the first batch of these
dolls were dressed in. All of the dolls produced after this wore the
more common yellow coat. This doll measures approx. 20" tall by
7" wide at the hands, and is in wonderful display condition,
although the coat and tie could use some ironing/straightening.Price realized: $355
Lot
#131 - Liver Moron IPA Four (4) Can Pack w/ Alfred
E. Neuman RARE MB $15
Here's
an obscure piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in 2022
by the Shadow Puppet Brewing Company out of Livermore, California,
this is a four-pack of sealed cans of their Liver Moron IPA (India
Pale Ale). Of importance to MAD Magazine memorabilia collectors is
the unauthorized use of Alfred E. Neuman on the front of the cans.
Proceeds from the sale of this IPA went to benefit the Alameda County
Community Food Bank, and although this IPA was canned in 2022, it is
still probably fit to drink. But I probably wouldn't. Each of these
cans are full, and still factory sealed. The black plastic cap to
hold all four cans together is still attached as well.
DISCLAIMER:
YOU MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE TO BID ON THIS LOT.Price realized: $92
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#132 - Alfred E. Neuman Latex Head Mask Don Post
Studios 1996 MB $15
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia.
Produced in 1996 by The Great Coverup and Don Post Studios, this is
an Alfred E. Neuman latex mask. This mask was originally sold in
gift shops and Halloween stores nationwide, then found its way to the
shelves in selected Spencer Gifts stores. This particular example
appears to have never been worn, as the manufacturers tag is still
attached to the mask. There is no size listed, although I assume that
it will fit the head of any Adult. This mask is in Excellent display
condition, although some of the latex has dried and has started to
crack at the base of the back of the neck.Price realized: $15
Lot
#133 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Coffee Mug 1996
XPRES MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1996 by the
XPRES Corp., this item is an Alfred E. Neuman coffee mug. This mug
features the face of Alfred E. Neuman on one side, the back of his
head on the other (with the words, "What - Me Worry" shaved
into the back), and the MAD logo on the side. This mug was part of a
line of MAD Magazine collectibles sold in the pages of Toy Shop
magazine by a seller called, "Family Fun Collectibles".
Other items from this seller include a set of four (4) foam coasters,
a set of four (4) ceramic magnets, and two (2) different ceramic
steins. In any case, this mug is unused, and in Mint condition, with
just a hint of light storage wear.Price realized: $36
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#134 - MAD Racing Team Baseball Cap / Hat Dale Creasy
Jr. 2000 MB $20
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Racing memorabilia. Produced in 2000 by NHRA
Properties for E.C. Publications, this item is a cloth baseball
cap/hat from the MAD Racing team of Dale Creasy Jr. The front of the
hat shows the words, "MAD Racing", while the back has the
words, "Dale Creasy Jr. Caution - Student Driver"
embroidered above the adjustable plastic strap. Alfred E. Neuman and
his crossbones are also embroidered on the front and bill of the cap.
This hat is unused, and in Mint condition.Price realized: $41
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#135 - Pre-MAD / Alfred E. Neuman Ceramic Ashtray
1950's RARE MB $30
Here's
a cool piece of early Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably
produced in the 1950's, this is a ceramic ashtray featuring a
likeness of MAD Magazine's cover boy, Alfred E. Neuman. This ashtray
also keeps with the pre-MAD Alfred "Me Worry" theme, as the
bottom of the ashtray shows the text, "Let Me Worry For You",
with the word "Worry" printed in red lettering. This item
measures approx. 4 7/8" long, by 3 1/3" deep, by 3"
tall, and is in Excellent display condition, with light soiling in
most areas. There also appears to be a 1" surface crack at the
bottom of the base.Price realized: $38
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#136 - Swedish MAD Magazine Promotional Plastic Pen w/
Display Case MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1980's by Semic Press AB, this item is a Swedish MAD Magazine plastic
pen. This item was originally produced as a subscription premium, and
was later given away at trade shows and other media events. This pen
features the Svenska MAD logo on both the pen and the case, and both
items are in Excellent display condition, although the case shows two
small cracks. I am pretty sure the ink in the pen has dried up as
well.Price realized: $15
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#137 - MAD TV Emmy Consideration VHS Videotape
RARE 1998 MB $5
This
is a unique piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1998 by
the FOX Network, this item is an Emmy award consideration VHS
videotape. This tape contains a few select comedy sketches from the
hit FOX TV comedy show, MAD TV. The sketches contained on this tape
were nominated in the "Outstanding Variety, Music or Comedy
Series", "Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or
Comedy Series", and "Outstanding Directing In A Variety Or
Music Program" categories. Featuring Alfred E. Neuman on the
front of the cardboard sleeve and a full color photo of the cast on
the back, this tape has been gently used, although the cardboard
sleeve shows light wear. It is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $38
Lot
#138 - MAD Magazine Back-Issue Availability List w/ Original
Envelope + Letter MB $5
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by E.C.
Publications, this is a MAD Magazine back-issue availability list.
This list was made available to anyone who requested one by mail, or
stopped into the MAD offices. The most current regular issue on the
list is #319 (1993), with the oldest regular issue available being
#216 (1980). The most current Super Special is #89 (1993), with the
oldest available being #51 (1985). There are two (2) sheets
included, and both sheets are photocopies produced by MAD. There is
a small variance between the sheets as fas as issue availablity.
Also included in a hand-written letter to MAD from collector, Jeff
Smith. An original mailing envelope from the MAD Magazine offices is
also included. All items are in Excellent display condition, with
storage and handling wear. The sheets from the MAD offices have also
been tri-folded. From the collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia
collector, Mr. Jeff Smith.Price realized: $5
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#139 - Russ Cochran / MAD Magazine Original Art Auction
Catalog 1990 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1990 by Russ
Cochran, this is a MAD Magazine original art auction catalog. Back
in 1986, Russ Cochran started auctioning off the original artwork to
the first 23 EC/MAD comic books, and continued selling the magazine
art starting in 1989. All told, there were 17 different auctions
containing original art from the pages of MAD. This lot contains
Catalog #10. As an added bonus, this catalog also shows the prices
realized from the previous auction. This catalog is in Excellent
display condition, and is folded horizontally in the middle. This
catalog also has the mailing label attached, and shows the recipient
as being Nick Meglin, the late Editor of MAD Magazine.Price realized: $16
Lot
#140 - The MAD World Of William M. Gaines Hardcover Book
Library Copy MB $30
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1973 by Lyle
Stuart Inc., this is an 1st printing of the MAD Magazine hardcover
book, The MAD World of William M. Gaines. What makes this particular
book special is that it is a former public library book. This book
was offered for rental usage in the 1970's at the Contra Costra
County Library (in Walnut Creek, California), and features the
original card with the sleeve still attached to the book. The
library name has been stamped on the top of the pages. This book is
in Excellent display condition, and has been protected by a clear
plastic sleeve.Price realized: $67
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#141 - Alfred E Neuman / Aurora Model Kit French / Canadian
Version RARE MB $35
Here's
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
the mid-1960's by Aurora Plastics Of Canada LTD., this is the French
/ Canadian version of Aurora's Alfred E. Neuman plastic model kit.
The instructions for this model are printed in both the English and
French languages, and this kit is in remarkably good condition for
its age. This item is unbuilt, and the front of Alfred's head is
still attached to a tree. Both pieces of Alfred's pants have been
painted blue, while Alfred's front torso piece has been painted red.
The box is complete, but is very fragile, with a coupld of seam
splits and a corner tear. There is also a small puncture hole on the
lid of the box. Considering the rarity and scarcity of his
particular model, this item would be a welcome addition to any MAD
Magazine memorabilia collection.Price realized: $227
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#142 - MAD Magazine #166 "The Finger Cover" w/
Certificate Of Authenticity MB $35
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Originally published in
1974 by E.C. Publications, this is issue #166 of MAD Magazine. But,
what makes this lot special is that it contains an uncirculated copy
of MAD #166, along with a specially printed "Certificate Of
Authenticity". These uncirculated issues, along with their
respective COA's, were then offered as subscription premiums for the
MAD Classics line, beginning in issue #466 and ending in issue #471.
This particular issue, while uncirculated, does show light storage
and handling wear. The Certificate of Authenticity is in Mint
condition.Price realized: $180
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#143 - Sillie Willie Crazy Coasters w/ Original Box w/
Pre-MAD Alfred MB $20
This
is a cool piece of pre-MAD Magazine memorabilia. Probably produced in
the 1940's, this lot contains a complete set of twelve (12) Sillie
Willie Crazy Coasters. These coasters have funny sayings on them that
are appropriate with the times, and two (2) of them feature pre-MAD
Magazine images of Alfred E. Neuman on them. These coasters appear to
be unused, and are in Mint condition. The display box shows some
wear, but is in generally good condition.Price realized: $67
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#144 - MAD Magazine / Up The Academy Original Cassette Tape
1980 MB $5
This
is a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1980
by Capitol Records, this item is the original motion picture
soundtrack to the box office flop, Up The Academy. Typically, the
soundtrack for this movie is found on vinyl record albums, but it
also is seen on both cassette and 8-track tapes. This is the cassette
tape version. This tape appears to be unplayed, and the tape,
plastic case, and paper insert are all in Near Mint condition, with
light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $31
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#145 - MAD Magazine Artist / Dave Berg Collection Of Four (4)
Christmas Cards MB $5
Here's
a super rare collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
1981, 1986, 1999, and 2001 by the late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Dave
Berg, this is a collection of four (4) of his personal Christmas
cards. Cards like this one were sent to friends and family of Mr.
Berg during the Christmas season, but these should probably be
considered New Years cards, as Mr. Berg was Jewish and more than
likely did not celebrate Christmas. These cards feature the entire
Berg family on the front, and also include his famous signature.
These cards all measure approximately the same size (4" by 9
1/4"), although the 2002 card is slightly smaller in width.
They are all in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $5
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#146 - Fred Astaire w/ Alfred E. Neuman Mask Original B/W
Photo RARE MB $15
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia.
Produced in 1960 by the NBC TV Network, this is an original
production photo of dancers, Fred Astaire and Barrie Chase. The
cool thing about this photo is that Mr. Astaire is seen wearing an
Alfred E. Neuman mask. Mr. Astaire wore the Alfred mask during this
entire dance sequence, called "Sophisticated Lady", which
appeared in his feature special, "Another Evening with Fred
Astaire". This photo is dated April 15, 1960, with a release
date of April 8, 1960. Measuring approx. 7 1/8" by 9 1/8",
this photo is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $180
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#147 - 1977 USC School Of Odontomania Annual Yearbook w/ MAD
Theme MB $75
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1977, this is
the 1977 edition of the annual yearbook for the USC School of
Dentistry. This particular edition pays homage to MAD Magazine, and
features the MAD Magazine logo on the front cover, along with a swipe
of the MAD Magazine price in one corner, and the "issue"
number in the other. Alfred E. Neuman appears on the front cover as
well. On the inside, the first page (Table Of Contents) is nearly
identical in layout to the Table Of Contents of MAD Magazine. Other
highlights include parodies of Don Martin, Dave Berg, and even the
MAD Fold-In. This is a very cool MAD Magazine-themed yearbook, and
is a difficult MAD Magazine-themed college yearbook to find. In
Excellent display condition.Price realized: $92
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#148 - MAD Magazine Publisher / Bill Gaines Business Card
1980's RARE MB $20
Here's
a super cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1980's by E.C. Publications, this is the official business card for
the late Founder and Publisher of MAD Magazine, Mr. William M. (Bill)
Gaines. It shows a red embossed MAD logo, along with the longtime
485 Madison Avenue address, and also Mr. Gaines' office telephone
number. Also shown is his job description: Publisher & Chief
Bigot. This particular card is unused, and is in Mint condition.Price realized: $50
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#149 - MAD Magazine / Mark Cohen Original Art Show Postcard
1994 MB $10
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1994 by
the Third Floor Gallery at the California State University in Chico,
California, this is a promotional postcard from a MAD Magazine
original art exhibit. Back in 1991, MAD Magazine original art
collector, Mark Cohen, began touring the country, showcasing his MAD
Magazine original art collection. This postcard is from his stop at
the 3rd Floor Gallery at CSU-Chico. The end of the tour ended up in
Columbus, Ohio, where his collection now resides at the Billy Ireland
Cartoon Library and Museum. This postcard is in Excellent display
condition, with ultra-light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $27
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#150 - MAD Magazine / Jerry DeFuccio Original Signed Letter
1979 MB $20
Here’s
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1979 by the
late MAD Magazine Associate Editor, Mr.Jerry DeFuccio, this is a
letter he drafted in response to a question posed by a fan of MAD
Magazine. This letter was written in response to the fan's inquiry
about photos of babies reading MAD (as shown in the Letters Pages).
This letter has been typed on official MAD Magazine stationery, and
has been signed by Mr. DeFuccio in the lower right hand corner. It
has been typed on a sheet of Alfred E. Neuman watermark stationery,
and is in Excellent display condition, with a tiny stain near the
bottom. It has also been tri-folded, but not for a while.Price realized: No Bid
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#151 - Danish / Denmark MAD Magazine Board Game 1983
RARE MB $10
This
is a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1983
by Brio Scanditoy A/S, this is the Danish version of the popular MAD
Magazine board game. Back in 1979, Parker Brothers released the MAD
Magazine board game to rave reviews. In fact, it quickly became the
second best-selling game for Parker Brothers, behind Monopoly. In any
case, this is the 1983 Danish version, and it is very cool. The only
thing different between the US version and the Danish version is
obviously the text printed on the game board and box. But it is
kinda cool looking at that game board that contains words that you
can't read. This game has been played just a few times, and is in
Excellent display condition.Price realized: $67
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#152 - Alfred E. Neuman / FLIP Skateboards Promotional
Sticker 1995 MB $20
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in 1995 by the
Flip Skateboard Company, this item is a sticker that was released in
support of FLIP's "MAD Mini" skateboard. This sticker
features Alfred E. Neuman on the front, and is reminiscent of the
cover of the 1960's MAD paperback book, Like MAD. In fact, it borrows
the wording of the title of that book, and the words, "Like,
FLIP" are printed above Alfred's head. This sticker measures
approx. 2 3/8" by 3 1/8", and is unused and in Mint
condition.Price realized: $33
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#153 - MAD Trip to Monte Carlo Original Signed Letter
1993 MB $20
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by
MAD Magazine General Manager, Ms. Annie Gaines, this is a letter she
drafted and sent to all of the MAD staff and freelancers to inform
them of their airline departures before the 1993 MAD Trip to Monte
Carlo. This letter contains four (4) stapled pages, and has been
signed in red ink by Annie Gaines on the last page. This item comes
from the collection of the late MAD Magazine artist, Mr. Don "Duck"
Edwing. It is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $21
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#154 - MAD Magazine / Bill Gaines Health Spa Membership
Card 1980's MB $10
Here's
an obscure piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1980's
by the Pritikin Longetivity Center, this is a membership ID card for
Pritikin that was once owned and used by the founder of MAD Magazine,
Mr. William M. (Bill) Gaines. The Pritikn Longetivity Center is
still in business, and is now located in Miami, Florida. The
Pritikin ideology promotes health and wellness through a healthy
mindset, rather than diet and exercise. Mr. Gaines went on a retreat
to the Pritikin location in California for several days in the
1980's, and this was his ID card. This card is in Excellent display
condition with some tape residue, and has a US coin taped to the back
of the card. It measures approx. 2 1/4" by 3 3/4".Price realized: $12
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#155 - MAD Magazine's Cheap, Crummy, Souvenir Poster Original
Proof RARE MB $30
Here's
something rare from the MAD Magazine offices. Produced in the 1960's
by E.C. Publications, this is an original proof for a MAD Magazine
office souvenir. Entitled "A Cheap, Crummy Souvenir Of My Visit
To MAD Magazine", this proof contains self-portraits of all of
your favorite MAD Magazine artists, but does not have the pre-printed
signatures of the artists on it. After these proofs were printed and
examined, it was determined that adding copies of the artists
signatures would be a better idea, so these proofs were scrapped and
new posters were produced that included copies of the artist
signatures. The size of the poster was also made smaller. This
poster measures approx. 8" by 17", and is in Excellent
display condition, with evidence of light browning. It is also
folded, and has three (3) vertical folds down the front.Price realized: $141
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#156 - Set Of Fifteen (15) MAD Variant Cover Comic Books
June 2013 / 2014 MB $50
Here's
a rare collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 2013 and
2014 by DC Comics, this is a set of fifteen (15) different DC comic
books that have the MAD variant cover. All of these titles were
released in either June of 2013 or June of 2014, and all feature
Alfred E. Neuman on the front cover, with art by artists like Tom
Richmond, Sergio Aragones, Al Jaffee, and Mark Fredricksen, among
others. Titles include Batman, the Green Arrow, Harley Quinn, the
Green Lantern, Justice League, and Nightwing, among a host of others.
These books are all bagged and boarded, and appear to be unread.
These books are unread, and they are all in Mint condition.Price realized: $67
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#157 - Radical America Magazine Volume 9, Number 1 w/
Alfred E. Neuman MB $5
Here's
a obscure piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Published in 1975
by Radical Magazine, this is issue #1 (Volume 9) of Radical America
magazine. Radical America was founded in 1967 by the members of the
"Students for a Democratic Society", and focused on issues
of the day, like women's lib, working class radicalism, and bussing.
This particular issue features a likeness of MAD Magazine's Alfred E.
Neuman on the front cover, and that is the only reference to MAD
Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman in this issue. This item is in
Excellent display condition, with storage and handling wear.Price realized: $43
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#158 - Alfred E. Neuman / Frankenstein Fantasy PEZ Dispenser w/
Original Box MB $30
Here’s
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the 2000’s
by the Crypt Of Toys, this is a Pez dispenser made to look like
Alfred E. Neuman as Frankenstein. Many of the items made by the Crypt
of Toys are hand-made and one-of-a-kind, and this item is a beauty.
It is contained in its own plastic display case, and the case is
easily opened for removal. This item measures approx. 5 ¼"
tall, and is unused and in Excellent display condition. It is
beautiful.Price realized: $85
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#159 - German MAD Magazine #1 Issue Signed By Sergio
Aragones 1998 MB $15
Here’s
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1998
by Dino Verlags GmbH, this is the first, premiere, #1 issue from the
second edition of the German version of MAD Magazine. The German
version of MAD Magazine mainly featured reprints from the US MAD
issues, although there was original content from German artists and
writers. This issue appears to have been read just a few times, and
is in Near Mint condition, with ultra-light storage wear. It has
also been signed on the front cover in gold Sharpie by Sergio
Aragones.Price realized: $27
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#160 - MAD Magazine 5-Pack Bundle "Bagged" Collection
Set Of Two (2) MB $15
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the mid
2010's by E.C. Publications, this is a collected set of five (5)
different MAD Magazines. The magazines assembled in this collection
were overstock issues that were returned to the distributor. These
issues were then bundled randomly into packs of five, then resold as
a set. The front and back showing issues are the only issues you know
for sure that you are getting. The three other issues are a mystery,
and you won't know what they are until you open the package up. It is
assumed that they are also from the same time period (2014-2016), but
you just can't be sure. The magazines contained inside this package
are in assumed Mint condition, while the outer wrapper is complete.
There is some sticker residue on the back of the bundle, however, and
one of the packages has a seam split on one side.Price realized: $21
Lot
#161 - Australian MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Glass Tumbler
RARE MB $25
Here's
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
1994 by Monkeys of Melbourne, this is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E.
Neuman glass tumbler. This glass was sold in Grannie Mays retail
stores across Australia in 1994, and was paired for sale along with a
Spy. vs. Spy glass tumber. A ceramic Spy vs. Spy plate was also
produced. This glass tumbler appears to be unused, and is in
Excellent display condition. It measures approx. 6 1/4" tall by
3" in diameter at the top.Price realized: $130
Lot
#162 - MAD Magazine / "What - Me Thirsty?" T-shirt
CIA 1987 MB $10
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine clothing. Produced in 1987 by CIA,
this item is a MAD Magazine t-shirt. The graphic on the shirt is
taken from the cover art to MAD Magazine issue #42, and features the
head of Alfred E. Neuman as a cork bottle topper. This t-shirt is in
Excellent display condition, with a bit of light fading consistent
with laundering. The faded size tag indicates an Adult size Extra
Large (XL), but with wear and laundering, it appears to have shrunk
to a size Large.Price realized: $36
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#163 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Necktie Canadian
1992 MB $10
This
is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman necktie. Produced in 1992 by the
Canadian company, Watson Brothers, this necktie is just one of
several MAD Magazine neckties produced by Watson Brothers. This
particular necktie showcases art by the late MAD Magazine artist,
Jack Davis, where Alfred E. Neuman is measuring his putt on a mini
golf course. I do not recall this art ever being on the cover of a
MAD Magazine, but I could be wrong. This necktie is made with 100%
silk, and appears to be unused. It is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#164 - French / France MAD Magazine First, Premiere, #1 Issue
1965 MB $30
Here
is a hard to find foreign MAD Magazine first issue. Published in 1965
by Editions Francelia, this is the first, premiere, #1 issue from the
French version of MAD Magazine. This issue contains reprints from
past issues of the US version MAD Magazine, with no original content
(except the back cover) from French artists or writers. This issue
is in VG condition, with surface wear and creasing, and some wear
along the edges and spine. It is solid and complete, and in terrific
display condition.Price realized: $30
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#165 - British MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman "Pick Ya
Nose" Button MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia.
Produced in 1991 for E.C. Publications and Suron International
Publications, this item is a pinback button that features Alfred E.
Neuman picking his nose. This item was a bonus premium for the
British version of MAD Magazine, and was taped to the cover of
British MAD #347. It is extremely difficult to find an issue of
British MAD #347 with the pinback attached, as people had sticky
fingers at the newstand, and took the pinbacks from the issues before
the issues were sold. This item measures approx. 1 1/2" in
diameter, and is unused and in Mint condition.Price realized: $26
Lot
#166 - MAD Magazine / Dave Berg Desk Plaque Warner Brothers
Store 1993 MB $10
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by E.C.
Publications, this is a MAD Magazine / Dave Berg desk plaque. This
item was sold exclusively at the Warner Brothers Studio Stores from
1993 to 1996, and reprints a panel of Dave Berg's "The Lighter
Side Of.... " art from MAD Magazine. There were three (3)
different plaques produced ( Taxpayers, Smokers, and Lawyers), and
this plaque was one of several pieces of MAD Magazine memorabilia
produced for sale at the Warner Brothers Studio Stores, with others
being a denim jacket, a sweatshirt, a metal money clip, a statue, a
puzzle, a watch and cocktail napkins, just to name a few. This plaque
is in Excellent display condition, with light storage and handling
wear.Price realized: $21
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#167 - The MAD Guide To The Sweet & Sour Life MAD
Magazine Mini Issue MB $10
This
is a cool promotional issue of MAD Magazine. Published in 2002 by
E.C. Publications, this is the "MAD Guide To The Sweet &
Sour Life" special issue of MAD Magazine. This issue features
artwork by Tomas Bunk, Sergio Aragones, Mark Fredrickson, John
Caldwell and Kevin Pope, and even includes a special back page
Fold-In by Al Jaffee. This issue was included in several national
periodicals in the Spring of 2002. This particular issue is unused,
and in Mint condition.Price realized: $11
Lot
#168 - MAD Magazine Trading Cards Series Three 55 Cards w/
Display Box 1993 MB $5
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by Lime
Rock International, this is the complete set of MAD Series Three
trading cards. The series three set of MAD Trading Cards is
difficult to find, and were sold in a black, hinged display box. A
few extra sets were produced, and placed in a special white box.
These cards and box are unused, and in Near Mint condition, with
light handling and storage wear. Uncut sheets of these cards also
exist.Price realized: $77
Lot
#169 - Brotman Lab Mailing Envelope w/ Early Alfred E. Neuman
Image MB $15
Here's
a cool piece of pre-MAD / Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in
the 1940's by the Brotman Laboratory out of Winnipeg, Canada, this
item is a small manila mailing envelope. Featuring an early image of
MAD Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman on the front, this envelope also
shows the company's mailing address on the bottom half of the
envelope. This item measures approx. 3 1/2" by 6 1/4", and
in is Near Mint condition, with ultra-light storage and handling
wear.Price realized: $36
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#170 - Mark Cohen / Humor In A Jugular Vein MAD Magazine
Original Art Catalog MB $5
This
lot contains a super cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia.
Published in 1991 by Mark Cohen, this lot contains a display catalog
from the "Humor In A Jugular Vein - The Art, Artists &
Artifacts Of MAD Magazine" traveling art exhibit. The exhibit
was conceived by MAD Magazine original art collector, Mr. Mark Cohen,
who decided to travel the country showcasing his impressive
collection of MAD Magazine original art. Three different catalogs
were produced, and all three have the same content. The covers are
different, however. This lot contains a copy of the first catalog
that was produced, and this item is in Excellent display condition,
with light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $5
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#171 - Early MAD Magazine Paperback Book Advertisement / Order Form
MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of early MAD Magazine advertising. Probably produced in
the late 1950's by Ballantine Books, this item is an advertisement
for all five (5) of the early Ballantine / MAD Magazine paperback
books. It features Alfred E. Neuman at the top, and each of the first
five (5) MAD paperback books are listed at the bottom. This
advertisement measures approx. 4 1/4" by 7 1/8', and is in
Excellent display condition. It appears this ad has been taken from a
book or magazine, as it looks like some comic-related material is
printed on the back.Price realized: $26
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#172 - The Journal Of MADness Fanzine Issues 4 & 11
1998 and 2001 MB $15
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1998 and
2001 by John Hett and Tool Publications, this lot contains issues #4
and #11 of the MAD Magazine fanzine, The Journal of MADness. The
Journal of MADness was normally thirty-two (32) pages in length, and
covered a variety of topics in the world of MAD Magazine, from recent
MAD collectibles and early appearances of Alfred E. Neuman, to MAD
Magazine news bits and interviews with MAD artists and writers. These
issues have been gently read, and are in F/VF condition, with light
handling and storage wear.Price realized: $21
Lot
#173 - The "Soul Of MAD" Color Prints Collection w/
Original Storage Envelope MB $15
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2012 by
E.C. Publications, this is a set of twelve (12) full color prints of
selected pieces of MAD Magazine cover art. Collectively called, "The
Soul Of MAD", these pieces of classic MAD Magazine cover art
were selected as the most representative of what MAD Magazine was all
about. It was these covers that were saved from the major MAD
Magazine original art auctions at Christies and Sotheby's auction
houses in New York City in the 1990's (but were later sold in their
own MAD Magazine original art auction at Heritage Auctions in Dallas.
See Lot #95 for the catalog to that auction). There are twelve prints
total, and all of them are in Mint condition. They each measure
approx. 8" by 10", and all are suitable for framing. The
original storage envelope is also included.Price realized: $85
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#174 - Swedish (Sweden) MAD Magazine Bound Volume 1969
RARE MB $20
This
is a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
1970 by Williams Forlags AB, this is a bound volume of magazines from
the Swedish version of MAD Magazine. These issues feature reprints
from the US issues, although there is some original content from
Swedish artists and writers. The issues contained in this volume are
in Very Fine condition, with light surface, corner and edge wear. The
paper wraparound cover shows storage and handling wear. This volume
contains twelve (12) issues (issue 7/8 is a double issue), and all
are from the year 1969. This one's a rare one folks, so don't miss
out!Price realized: $44
Lot
#175 - MAD Magazine Logo T-Shirt w/ Alfred E. Neuman DC
Entertainment MB $10
Here's
a cool MAD Magazine t-shirt. Produced in 2016 by DC Entertainment,
this item is a MAD Magazine logo t-shirt. It feature the MAD Magazine
logo on the front, and the partial face of Alfred E. Neuman makes an
appearance on the back, at the bottom of the shirt. The words, "DC
Entertainment" are printed on the back of the shirt, at the
neckline. This shirt has been worn and used, and is in decent display
condition, with some white paint splatter on both the front and back
of the shirt. It measures an Adult size Large.Price realized: $13
Lot
#176 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Record Radio
Station Promo MB $45
Here's
a vintage piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1959 by ABC
Paramount, this is a MAD Magazine 45 rpm record. Originally, this
record was sold with a full color picture sleeve with artwork by Don
Martin. But, this is a rarer version of that record, as it is a white
label promotional copy that was given away to radio DJ's. The two
songs, Potrzebie & What - Me Worry, were allegedly recorded by
Alfred E. Neuman and his Furshluginner Five, although I'm sure it was
just a typical 1950's house band that did the job. I have not played
this record, so I do not know how it sounds. But, it is in Excellent
display condition, with it's original picture sleeve w/ Don Martin
art.Price realized: $53
Lot
#177 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Window Sticker / Decal
1970's MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the 1970's
by E.C. Publications, this item is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman
window decal / sticker. Featuring the MAD Magazine log and the face
of Alfred E. Neuman, this sticker is the same on both sides (after
you peel off the protective backing). Measuring approx. 4" by
4", this item is unused, and in Mint condition, with ultra light
storage and handling wear.Price realized: $10
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#178 - The MAD Morality Trade Paperback Book Second Printing
1970 MB $5
This
is a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1970 by
Parthenon Press, this item is a MAD Magazine trade paperback book.
Entitled, The MAD Morality, this book features reprints from the
pages of MAD Magazine, and was written by Dr. Vernard Eller, a
Professor of Religion at LaVerne College. This book is a Second
Printing, and is in decent display condition, with surface, corner
and edge wear. First Printings of this book were published by
Abingdon Press, and had a $2.79 price printed at the top. This book
is a rarer Second Printing published by Parthenon Press, and has a
$3.79 price printed at the top.Price realized: $5
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#179 - Set Of Two (2) Don Martin Magazines w/ Bonus Posters
Attached MB $5
Here's
a cool collection of Don Martin memorabilia. Published in 1994 by
Welsh Publishing Group Inc., this lot contains two (2) issues of Don
Martin Magazine. Don Martin Magazine featured all new material from
MAD Magazine's MADdest artist, but also published a few of his
popular MAD Magazine articles as well. Each issue is thirty-two (32)
pages long, and each still has a full-color bonus poster still
attached in the center of the magazine. These issues has only been
looked at a few times, and are in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $38
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#180 - Sergio Aragones 3-D Paperback Book w/ Attached 3-D
Glasses RARE MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of Sergio Aragones memorabilia. Published in 1989 by The
3-D Zone, this item is a book of 3-dimensional drawings by MAD
Magazine's most popular cartoonist, Sergio Aragones. The cartoons
contained in this book are exclusive to the book, and have not been
published anywhere else. This book is in Excellent display condition,
with just a hint of storage and handling wear. And, the original 3-D
glasses are still attached to the inside of the book as well.Price realized: $36
Lot
#181 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman For President T-Shirt
2011 MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the 2011,
this is an Alfred E. Neuman for President t-shirt. This shirt
features Alfred E. Neuman on the front, along with a yellow MAD
Magazine logo. This shirt was sold at the Cartoon Network booth at
the 2011 San Diego Comic Con, and was made to promote the MAD -
Animated Series on the Cartoon Network. This shirt is an Adult size
Large, and is unused and in Mint condition. This shirt was made to
look used and worn (distressed), but this shirt is in perfect
condition.Price realized: $22
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#182 - MAD Kids Magazine Eleven (11) Issues 2005-2009
Scarce MB $50
Here's
a cool collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 2005,
2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009 by E.C. Publications, this is a set of
eleven (11) different issues of MAD Kids magazine. MAD kids was aimed
at younger readers, and included brand new articles and features.
Some issues included extra bonuses, like posters and stickers, while
others had puzzles, games, and cartoons. Sergio Aragones, Duck Edwing
and Paul Coker Jr. are among the few "old school" artists
that were featured, and Spy vs. Spy Jr. also appears as a regular
feature. The complete set of MAD Kids contained fourteen (14)
different issues, and this lot contains eleven (11) of them. These
issues appear to be unread, and are in Near Mint condition, with
light storage and handling wear. The issues included in this lot are
1, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14. The missing issues are 2,
5, and 6.Price realized: $74
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#183 - German MAD Magazine / Don Martin Paper Store Display
Sign RARE MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2005 by
DINO Comics for E.C. Publications, this item is a German Don Martin
store display sign. This particular sign is the fourth (#4) sign that
was created for MAD Magazine. Other MAD signs that were produced
include a Spy vs. Spy sign, an Alfred E. Neuman as John Travolta
sign, an Alfred E. Neuman as Spiderman sign, and an Alfred E. Neuman
as The Pope sign. This particular sign measures approx. 3 3/4"
by 7 7/8", and is unused and in Mint condition.Price realized: $16
Lot
#184 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman 3-D Glasses 1980's
Office Premium MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1980's by
E.C. Publications, this is a MAD Magazine office premium. Conceived
by MAD's MADdest writer, Dick DeBartolo, this premium is a pair of
MAD Magazine 3-D glasses. Originally, this item was made to be given
away at trade shows and other media events. Later on, they were given
away to visitors at the MAD Magazine offices. This item appears to be
unused, and is in Near Mint condition, with ultra-light storage and
handling wear. These glasses also come with their original storage
envelope.Price realized: $17
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#185 - The Journal Of MADness Premium Pinback Button
Rushville 1899 MB $20
Here’s
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1990’s
by John Hett and Tool Publications, this is a pinback button from the
MAD Magazine fanzine, The Journal of MADness. This pinback button
features an early, pre-MAD image of MAD Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman,
and measures approx. 2 ¼” in diameter. It is in
Excellent display condition. I do not remember exactly why Mr. Hett
produced this limited edition pinback, but the same image was used on
a pinback button he created for the MAD collectors who attended the
MAD Magazine original art auction at Sotheby's in 1998.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#186 - MAD Magazine Choking Poster Trade Show Giveaway
1982 RARE MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1982 by E.C.
Publications, this item is an Alfred E. Neuman choking poster. This
item is a parody of the “safety” choking posters that
gained popularity in the early 1980’s, and was originally
produced as a giveaway at trade shows and other media events. An
updated version of this poster was created in 1985, and was released
as the back cover of MAD #259. Measuring approx. 11" by 17",
this poster is unused, and in Mint condition.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#187 – Pre-MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Postcard
1950’s Me Worry? MB $5
Here’s
a nice piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the 1950’s,
this is a postcard featuring an early image of MAD Magazine’s
Alfred E. Neuman. This postcard features the likeness of Alfred on
the front, along with the caption, “Me Worry?” This
postcard measures approx. 3 ½" by 5 ½", and
is unused and in Excellent display condition.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#188 - MAD Magazine Miniature Dollhouse Versions Set Of Five
(5) Different MB $5
Here’s
a unique collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
2000’s, this lot contains a set of five (5) different miniature
reproductions of MAD Magazines. These reproductions are tiny, as
shown in the photos, and are about the same size as an American
25-cent piece. They each contain a different cover image, but it
appears that the interior pages and back cover are the same. And,
they are not printed in entirety either. These reproductions
measure approx. 5/8" by 7/8” and are in Excellent display
condition. The covers represented include covers from issues 156,
177, 180, 200, and MAD Special #8. The pictures shown contain a
"flash" and "no flash" image.Price realized: $16
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#189 - MAD Panic Fanzine Set of Thirteen (13) Pinback Buttons
2002 MB $30
Here's
a cool lot of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2002 by
publisher, Ed Norris, this lot contains thirteen (13) promotional
pinback buttons from the MAD Magazine fanzine, The MAD Panic. The MAD
Panic was a bi-monthly fanzine and was normally twelve (12) pages in
length. It covered a variety of topics in the world of MAD Magazine,
from recent MAD collectibles and early appearances of Alfred E.
Neuman, to MAD Magazine news bits and a MAD Magazine collectors
registry. Back in the early 2000’s, Mr. Norris had the bright
idea of producing a set of pinback buttons, with each one featuring a
different reproduced cover of the MAD Panic. He started selling them
in sets of three (with two different sets offered each issue),
beginning with Issue #62 (March 2001), and ending with Issue #71
(September 2002). This lot contains a fraction of the complete set,
along with a color MAD Panic logo pinback. Sadly, the MAD Panic
folded after Issue #71, so no further pinbacks were produced. Because
of this, some of the covers are missing, as Mr. Norris chose the
covers randomly. And each set was produced by the number of orders
received, so there were no extras made. These pins measure approx. 2
¼" in diameter, and are in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $31
Lot
#190 - Pre-MAD Alfred E. Neuman Postcard Me Worry?
Army Variation MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of early Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in the
1950's by Defiance, this is an early Alfred E. Neuman postcard. This
postcard features Alfred as an Army infantryman, with the artist
signed as "Blake". This postcard is more popularly seen
with a white background and a red/pink swirl border. This is a rarer
version without the border. This postcard is unused, and in
Excellent display condition, with light storage and handling wear.Price realized: No Bid
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#191 - MAD Magazine Coffee Mug w/ Original Storage Box
Uncle Sam MB $20
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1988 by
Applause Inc., this lot consists of a MAD Magazine coffee mug. This
mug is one of six (6) different mugs produced, and each mug features
a classic MAD Magazine cover on the front, with a quotation from
Alfred E. Neuman on the back. This mug has never been used, and is in
Mint condition. The full color display box shows storage and handling
wear, but is in Excellent display condition. The black markings
shown on the MAD logo on the box and mug are part of the camera
flash. The MAD logo is completely red.Price realized: $41
Lot
#192 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Bookmark ALA
2002 RARE MB $5
Here
is a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2002 by the
American Library Association, this is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E.
Neuman bookmark. The art on this bookmark comes from MAD Magazine
#101, and features Alfred E. Neuman sitting at his school desk. The
American Library Association produced several kinds of bookmarks and
posters, with some featuring cartoon and comic characters, and others
featuring nature photos and real people. This bookmark measures
approx. 2" by 6", and is in Excellent display condition. A
companion poster was also made with this same image, and is equally
rare.Price realized: $41
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#193 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Necktie Canadian
1992 MB $10
This
is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman necktie. Produced in 1992 by the
Canadian company, Watson Brothers, this necktie is just one of
several MAD Magazine neckties produced by Watson Brothers. This
particular necktie shows Alfred E. Neuman in poses taken from a few
published covers of MAD Magazine. This necktie is made with 100%
silk, and is unused and in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $18
Lot
#194 - Pre-MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Advertising
Trade/Business Card MB $10
Here’s
a cool piece of early Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably produced
in the 1920’s or 1930’s, this is an advertising trade /
business card featuring a terrific pre-MAD likeness of MAD Magazine’s
mascot, Alfred E. Neuman. This card was made for J. B. Simpson Inc.,
a tailor shop based in Philadelphia. This card has the Alfred Image
on one side, with the person’s name and business information on
the back. This item measures approx. 2 ¼” by 3 ¾"
and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $33
Lot
#195 - The MAD Panic Fanzine Issue #4
1990 RARE MB $10
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1990 by
Ed Norris, this lot contains issue #4 of the MAD Magazine fanzine,
The MAD Panic. The MAD Panic was a bi-monthly fanzine, and was
normally twelve (12) pages in length. It covered a variety of topics
in the world of MAD Magazine, from recent MAD collectibles and early
appearances of Alfred E. Neuman, to MAD Magazine news bits and a MAD
Magazine collectors registry. This issue has been lightly read, and
shows storage and handling wear. There is also some evidence of
light browning on the front cover.Price realized: $16
Lot
#196 - “BAD” Magazine Collectible Sticker & Puzzle
Set MAD Parody 2008 MB $5
Here’s
a unique collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 2008 by
Top Shelf Enterprises, this is the MAD Magazine parody sticker from
the Silly Supermarket Sticker set, along with the complete "BAD"
puzzle set. This set of stickers were take-offs of the popular Wacky
Packages, and parodied many household and consumer products. This
collection contains nine (9) different stickers that when assembled
upside down, reveals a recreation of the BAD sticker. All of the
items contained in this lot appear to be unused, and in Mint
condition. An opened foil wrapper is also included in this lot.Price realized: $16
Lot
#197 - Original C-40A Clipper Patch w/ Alfred E. Neuman Likeness
2001 MB $20
Here’s
a super rare piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in 2001,
this is an original cloth patch worn by members of the United States
Navy. This patch was produced in commemoration of the deployment of
the Boeing C-40A aircraft for use by the United States Navy starting
in 2001. This patch features a likeness of Alfred E. Neuman, with
his “What - Me Worry?” tagline, and also shows a likeness
of the aircraft in the background. Measuring approx. 3 1/2" in
diameter, this patch is unused, and in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $41
Lot
#198 - Signet / MAD Magazine Paperback Book Collection All
First Printings MB $30
Here's
a great collection of some early MAD Magazine paperback books.
Published in 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1966, 1970, and 1972 by
Signet Book Publishers, this is a collection of thirteen (13)
different MAD Magazine paperback books. All of these books have been
previously enjoyed, and have been shown the love and attention they
so righteously deserve. But most importantly, all of these books are
true First Printings. The titles included in this lot are: The
Organization MAD, Fighting MAD, Boiling MAD, Greasy MAD Stuff, Three
Ring MAD, The Ides of MAD, It's a World, World MAD, MAD In Orbit,
Sing Along With MAD, MAD-vertising, Self-Made MAD, The VooDoo MAD,
and Don Martin Steps Out. All of these books are complete, but none
of them are in Mint condition. They have been read and enjoyed a
hundred times over. But, if you're looking for First Printings, this
lot is for you!Price realized: $41
Lot
#199 - MAD Magazine / Spy vs. Spy vs. Spy Necktie Color
Variation 1992 MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in 1992 for E.C.
Publications, this item is a Spy vs. Spy necktie. This necktie (and
others like it), was sold nationally in Sears stores across the
country back in 1992, 1993 and 1994. This particular tie features
both the Black Spy and the White Spy, as well as the female Gray Spy
(in the gold dress). This tie is unused, and is in Near Mint
condition, with ultra-light storage and handling wear.Price realized: $16
Lot
#200 - MAD Magazine / MAD Minute Cassette Tape w/ Correspondence
1980's MB $10
This
is a super rare collection of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in
the 1980's for E. C. Publications, this lot contains an instant
collection of MAD Minutes memorabilia. The MAD Minutes were the
brainchild of MAD Magazine writer, Dick DeBartolo, and were
minute-long comedy sketches that were distributed to radio stations
across the country. There were played during "dead air"
time, and were convenient fillers for unused advertising slots and
station promos. Each tape contained one comedy sketch on each side,
and there were over 60 different MAD Minute sketches produced. This
particular tape is unused, and in Excellent display condition. It
contains MAD Minute sketch numbers 19 and 24. Also included in this
lot is the original mailing envelope and survey sheets, and all items
are in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $43
Lot
#201 - Pre-MAD / Alfred E. Neuman "Guv'mint"
Trade Card 1950's MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of pre-MAD / Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Probably
produced in the 1950's, this is a novelty trade card featuring a
likeness of MAD Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman. Featuring an early
likeness of MAD Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman on the front, this trade
card also shows the words, "Me Worry? Heck No! I Work For The
Guv-mint." This trade card measures approx. 2" by 3 1/2",
and is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $23
Lot
#202 - MAD Magazine Promotional T-Shirt MADMag.com
2000's MB $10
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the early
2000's by E.C. Publications, this is a promotional t-shirt from MAD
Magazine. Featuring Alfred E. Neuman on the front, this t-shirt was
produced in celebration of the launch of the MADMag.com website.
This shirt has been gently used and laundered, and is in Excellent
display condition. It measures at an Adult size Medium.Price realized: $10
Lot
#203 - Alfred E. Neuman "Original" T-Shirt
Kedsco 1981 Kids Large MB $15
Here's
a hard to find piece of MAD Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia
. Produced in 1981 by Kedsco, this item is an Alfred E. Neuman
t-shirt. There were several styles of this t-shirt produced, and
these are known as the Alfred E. Neuman "Original"
t-shirts, due to the fact that the word "Original" is
printed beneath Alfred's face on the back of the shirt. This
particular shirt is a Child's size Large (14/16), and it appears to
have been worn just once or twice. It is in Excellent display
condition.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#204 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Plastic Bookends Red
Version MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1970's by
E.C. Publications, this is a pair of MAD Magazine / Alfred . Neuman
bookends. These bookends were produced for inclusion into
shrink-wrapped sets of MAD Magazine paperback books. The MAD
paperback books included in these sets were often chosen randomly,
and a paper bookmark was also included with the books and bookends.
This set is the red/gold version. A blue/gold version was also
produced. This set shows some light usage wear, but otherwise this
set is in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $5
Lot
#205 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Butane Lighter
1990's RARE MB $50
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the
1990's, this item is a MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman butane
lighter. This particular item was given to the staff of MAD, who
hoped that MAD would license it for sale. It didn't work out. The
MAD Logo and the face of Alfred E. Neuman have been etched onto the
front, and this item is in beautiful display condition, with a few
light scratches. From the collection of the late MAD Magazine
artist, Mr. Bob Clarke.Price realized: $140
Lot
#206 - MAD Magazine / Batman & Robin T-Shirt
Certified MAD 2000's MB $15
Here's
a hard to find piece of MAD Magazine clothing. Produced in the
2000's, this is a MAD Magazine t-shirt. The image on the front of
this t-shirt is borrowed from the cover of MAD Magazine #105, and
shows Alfred E. Neuman as Robin, from the popular crime fighting duo,
Batman and Robin. This shirt measures an Adult size XL (Extra
Large), and it appears to have been worn and laundered just a few
times. It is in Excellent display condition. This shirt suffered
from poor distribution when it was released, and is rather difficult
to find.Price realized: $41
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#207 - Nostalgia World #20 w/ MAD Magazine Article
Scarce 1982 MB $5
Here's
an obscure piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1982 by
Nostalgia World, this is issue #20 of Nostalgia World magazine.
Nostalgia World was an early pioneer in Pop-Culture publications, and
was printed on newsprint and folded in half. Nostalgia World
contained articles on The Beatles, Marilyn Monroe, The Doors, Star
Trek, Mickey Mantle, Bruce Lee, and James Bond, to name a few
featured characters, and hosted all sorts of advertisements as well.
This particular issue has a cover story on MAD Magazine, and a
pre-MAD image of Alfred E. Neuman graces the front cover. This issue
appears to be unread, and is in Excellent display condition, with
light browning along the edges.Price realized: $5
Lot
#208 - MAD Collectors Series #9 (Super Special 100) w/
Polybagged Bonus MB $10
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1994 by E.C.
Publications, this is the MAD Collectors Series #9 issue (or, MAD
Super Special #100). What makes this issue special is that the MAD
Morphs bonus that was supposed to be attached inside the magazine was
never attached. Instead, the bonus was placed inside a polybag along
with the issue, and then sold. This particular polybagged issue is
incredibly difficult to find, especially since almost all of the
Collectors Series #9 issues already had their bonuses attached, and
those were the issues that were distributed to the retailers and
sold. This item is still factory sealed and is in Excellent display
condition.Price realized: $42
Lot
#209 - MAD Magazine / 50 Years Of Stupidity Rare Special
Issue 2002 MB $30
This
is a super rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 2002
by E.C. Publications, this is a special edition of MAD Magazine.
This issue was marketed and sold in a boxed set of action figures
that contained an Alfred E. Neuman action figure, plus the Black and
White Spy action figures. This issue was included in the back of the
boxed set. This issue is known as the "50 Years Of Stupidity"
special edition of MAD, as it was published 50 years after MAD #1 was
published. For some reason, this is the hardest MAD Magazine
special edition issue to find. Maybe it's because of poor
distribution. Maybe it's because nobody wants to break up their set,
or even open the box up. In any event, this issue comes from an
opened box, and it is in Excellent display condition. The third
photo shows an issue like this in it's original box. It is for
visual reference only, and is not included in this auction.Price realized: $92
Lot
#210 - "MAD - What, Me Worry" Sealed Compact Disc MAD
Twists + Musically MAD MB $15
Here's
a cool collection of music from MAD Magazine. Produced in 2022 by
Jasmine Records, this is a compact disc of all of the music songs
from the Musically MAD and MAD Twists Rock N' Roll record albums. I
have not heard what these songs sound like, as this item is still
factory sealed. But it says on the cover that it is a "High
Fidelity Recording", so it can't be all that bad. As stated,
this item is still factory sealed, and is in assumed Mint condition.Price realized: $62
Lot
#211 - MAD Magazine #24 Special Collectors Edition
Australian MB $10
Here’s
a super rare piece of foreign MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in
the 1988 by Horwitz Grahame Pty. LTD., this is a special reprint
edition of MAD Magazine #24. This was published and sold only in
Australia, and is a faithful reproduction of the entire MAD #24
issue. One distinguishing characteristic between the two issues is
that there is a "Special Collector's Edition" logo on the
front cover, near the bottom. This issue appears to have been read
just once or twice, and is in Near Mint condition, with ultra-light
storage and handling wear.Price realized: $14
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#212 - Bijou Funnies #8 Slabbed & CGC Graded 9.0
Kurtzman Cover MB $50
Here's
an obscure piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1973 by
Kitchen Sink Press, this is issue #8 of Bijou Funnies. Bijou Funnies
was an American underground comic magazine which published eight
issues between 1968 and 1973. Edited by cartoonist Jay Lynch, Bijou
Funnies featured art by Jay Lynch, Skip Williamson, and Robert Crumb,
among others. Bijou Funnies was heavily influenced by Mad magazine,
and, along with Zap Comix, is considered to be one of the titles to
launch the underground comic movement. This particular issue
features cover art by Harvey Kurtzman. It has been slabbed, and is
graded 9.0 in CGC standards. From the collection of the German MAD
Magazine memorabilia collector, Mr. Michael Elias.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#213 - Cool And Strange Music Magazine #23 w/ MAD
Magazine Article MB $5
Here's
another obscure piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 2001
by Labor Of Love Productions, this is issue #23 of Cool & Strange
Music Magazine. Among the several articles printed in this issue,
one in particular features the making of music for a MAD Magazine
bonus record. Ultimately, the writer was invited to attend a
recording session for the MAD Magazine bonus record, A MAD Look At
Graduation Day. You will have to win this issue to read the rest of
the story. This issue has been looked at just once or twice, and is
in Near Mint condition, with light storage and handline wear.Price realized: $41
Lot
#214 - MAD Magazine #367 Fold-In Instructions Original Art
Al Jaffee MB $15
Here's
a unique piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1998 by
E.C. Publications, this is issue #367 of MAD Magazine. But, this lot
is not about the magazine issue. It is about the tiny piece of
original art that is shown on the inside back cover on the MAD
Fold-In. This piece of original art is for the "instructions"
shown near the upper right hand corner of the page. Mr. Jaffee
labeled the art "367 Inset" and stored it in a MAD Magazine
window envelope. This piece is small, and measures approx. 1 3/4"
by 2 1/4". The art medium appears to be pen and colored pencil.
This lot includes everything shown in the first photo: the actual
issue, the piece of original art, a color photostat, and the storage
envelope. All items are in Excellent display condition.Price realized: $130
Lot
#215 - MAD Magazine / Gerry Gersten (Artist) Original Art
Sketch MAD #305 MB $20
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1991 by E.C.
Publications, this lot contains issue #305 of MAD Magazine. But, the
cool part of this lot is that it also contains a double page rough
sketch from an article called, "MAD's Instant Movie Reviews".
This art was created by MAD Magazine artist, Gerry Gersten, and
shows a movie film projector with reels of movie film that spell out
bad movie reviews by omitting letters in the names of films. This
original sketch measures approx. 11" by 17", and was drawn
on onion-skin paper that has been attached to art paper. It is in
Excellent display condition. The issue of MAD #305 is also included.Price realized: $92
Lot
#216 - Italian / Italy MAD Magazine First, Premiere, #1 Issue
1971 MB $30
Here
is a hard to find foreign MAD Magazine first issue. Published in 1971
by Edizione Italiana, this is the first, premiere, #1 issue from the
Italian version of MAD Magazine. This issue contains reprints from
past issues of the US version MAD Magazine, with a few pages created
by Italian artists or writers. This issue is in VG condition, with
surface wear and, and some wear along the edges and spine. It is
solid and complete, and in terrific display condition.Price realized: $42
Lot
#217 - MAD Magazine #326 w/ Attached Readership Survey Card
RARE MB $10
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Published in 1994 by E.C.
Publications, this is issue #326 of MAD Magazine. But, what makes
this particular issue special is the the MAD Readership Survey card
is still attached inside the magazine. The MAD Readership Survey was
a huge success, and thousands of readers removed this card from the
magazine, filled it out, and mailed it back to MAD. In return, they
received an Alfred E. Neuman cloisonne' pin. Since the survey was so
popular, it is rather difficult to find an issue of MAD #326 with the
survey card intact. Well, here it is. This issue is in Excellent
display condition.Price realized: No Bid
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#218 - Walter Johnson Pinback Button w/ Early Don Martin
Art RARE MB $15
Here's
an obscure piece of Don Martin memorabilia. Created in the late
1950's / early 1960's, this item is a pinback button featuring a
character from what could be one of Don Martin's earliest
contributions to MAD. I am not sure what this pinback button is
from, whether it's from a political candidate or school board member.
Who knows? But, this pin is very cool and shows the work of "MAD's
MADdest Artist" in his early years. This pin meaures approx. 3
1/2" in diameter, and is in Excellent display condition, with
smudges and light scrtching on the back.Price realized: No Bid
Lot
#219 - Sergio Aragones Original Art Drawing Self Portrait &
Alfred E. Neuman MB $25
Here's
a neat piece of Sergio Aragones art. Created in 1982 by Sergio
himself, this is a drawing he created for a fan named 'Michael".
It depicts Sergio creating graffiti on a wall (with the MAD logo and
Alfred E. Neuman), all the while being watched by a police officer
that'watching around the corner. This piece was drawn on one of the
front pages of the Sergio Aragones On Parade / MAD Big Book, and then
removed from the book. This item measures approx. 8 3/8" by 10
3/4", and is in Excellent display condition. with light browning
and corner creasing.Price realized: $41
Lot
#220 - An Insanely MAD Collection Paperback Boxed Set
Signet 1970's MB $25
Here's
a cool piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the early
1970's by Signet Books Publishers, this is a boxed set of MAD
MAgazine paperback books. Entitled, An Insanely MAD Collection, this
boxed set contains four (4) different MAD paperback books: The
Self-Made MAD, Sing Along With MAD, More MAD's Snappy Answers To
Stupid Questions, and Don Martin Comes On Strong. All of the books
are original to the box, and appear to have been read just a few
times. They are in Excellent display condition. The display box
shows some wear along the surface, corners, and edges, but the colors
are bright (except for a lightly faded side panel) and the box is
shiny.Price realized: $25
Lot
#221 - Peanuts Daily Comic Strip Ceramic Tile w/ Alfred E.
Neuman 1970's MB $10
Here's
a rare piece of MAD Magazine memorabilia. Produced in the 1970's by
Charles Schulz and the United Features Syndicate, this item is a
Peanuts cartoon ceramic tile. The original cartoon on this tile
appeared in newspapers across the country in 1973. Later, Charles
Schulz selected a few of his favorite Peanuts cartoons and printed
them on ceramic display tiles. This particular tile features the
cartoon Schulz drew that includes MAD Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman in
the last panel. I have owned two of these before, and each had a
thin layer of cork attached to the bottom. This tile does not. In
any event, this item is in Excellent display condition. It measures
approx. 1 7/8" by 7 7/8".Price realized: $187
Lot
#222 - Sergio Aragones "Funnies" Limited
Edition T-Shirt 2011 MB $15
Here's
a super rare piece of MAD Magazine and Sergio Aragones memorabilia.
Produced in 2011 by Graphitti Designs, this is a limited edition
t-shirt produced for the release of Sergio Aragones' new comic book,
Funnies. This shirt shows a self-portrait of Sergio, as well as
several characters in the background. This shirt is an Adult size
Large, and is in decent display condition. It has been worn and
washed several times, but still maintains the art.Price realized: $15
Lot
#223 - HONK! Magazine First, Premiere, #1 Issue w/ Don
Martin Article MB $5
Here's
a cool piece of Don Martin memorabilia. Published in 1986 by
Fantagraphics Books Inc., this is the first, premiere, #1 issue of
HONK! Magazine. HONK! was published in a style similar to that of
Cartoonist Profiles, and contained articles and interviews with
various cartoonists and comic book artists. This particular issue
has a 10-page article/interview with MAD Magazine's Don Martin, and
includes several drawing and pictures as well. This issue is in
Excellent display condition, with storage and handling wear, and
light wear around the corners and edges.Price realized: $17
Lot
#224 - MAD Magazine / Alfred E. Neuman Action Figure
Production Errors MB $15
Here's
a rare lot of MAD Magazine and Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia.
Produced in the 2000's by Wonderland Toys, this lot contains three
(3) Alfred E. Neuman bendable toy figures. These particular figures
are actual production errors, and all have color bleeds somewhere on
the figure. These figures were saved from the discard pile at the
manufacturer and taken home by an employee. These figures have never
been used, and despite the color errors, are in Excellent display
condition. They each measure approx. 5 1/2" tall.Price realized: $78
Lot
#225 - Kelly Freas Original Drawing/Sketch Baby Alfred
E. Neuman 1993 MB $20
Here's
a neat piece of Alfred E. Neuman memorabilia. Produced in 1993 by
the late MAD Magazine cover artist and long-time Science Fiction
illustrator, Mr. Kelly Freas, this is a drawing/sketch he made of
Alfred E. Neuman as a baby. He drew this as a fan request, and this
drawing shows Baby Alfred with one tooth. Measuring approx. 3 1/2”
by 4 3/8”, this item is in Excellent display condition. It has
been signed by Mr. Freas in the lower left hand corner.Price realized: $77
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