1978 Jet Magazine Appraisal

Jet Magazine, November 16, 1978 Issue featuring O.J. Simpson

This item is a vintage issue of Jet magazine, dated November 16, 1978, with a cover price of 75 cents. The magazine features O.J. Simpson on the cover, dressed in a white football jersey with red stripes on the sleeves and the number '32' emblazoned in red on the front. He is holding a white football helmet with a red stripe and a visible 'Wilson' logo on the side. The main headline reads, 'O.J. Tells How Sex And Success Threaten Career.' The overall condition appears to be good with some visible wear consistent with its age, including slight creasing along the edges and some discoloration. A mailing label is adhered to the bottom left corner, indicating the recipient as 'MREMRS CHARLES WELLS' at '1822 ROSELAWN DR FLINT MICH'. This mailing label contributes to the item's provenance and confirms its distribution method. The magazine's dimensions appear to be standard for a publication of this format, approximately 8 x 10 inches, and it is constructed from typical magazine paper stock. The colors remain vibrant despite its age. This specific issue is notable for its subject matter and prominent celebrity cover, which could make it a collectible item for fans of O.J. Simpson or collectors of vintage African American popular culture publications.