The Bedeviled Dime Comic Appraisal

Disney's DuckTales: The Bedeviled Dime Comic Book, No. 8, August

This item is a comic book titled "Disney's DuckTales: The Bedeviled Dime," identified as issue No. 8, released in August, with a cover price of 95 cents. The physical characteristics indicate a standard comic book size crafted from paper. The cover features a vibrant color palette, predominantly a light pink or lavender background. The title "Disney's DuckTales" is prominently displayed in a bold, metallic blue with black outlining, suggesting a television series tie-in, as stated by the text "THE HIT TELEVISION SERIES!". The main cover art depicts several recognizable Disney characters: Scrooge McDuck, dressed in his classic blue coat, red scarf, and top hat, holding a walking stick, appears to be recoiling from a large, stylized, sparkly coin or artifact. Behind this object, a character with dark, slicked-back hair and a menacing expression, likely Magica De Spell or a similar villain, is partially visible. Two of Huey, Dewey, or Louie (the nephews) are also present at Scrooge's feet, looking startled. The subtitle "THE BEDEVILED DIME" is presented in a speech balloon-like box with a red and orange gradient text. Notable markings include the publisher's logo, 'GLADSTONE', in the upper left corner, and the issue number 'NO. 8', month 'AUG', and price '95 ¢' with a circulation code '01100' in the upper right. Condition-wise, the comic shows visible signs of wear, particularly along the spine, which appears scuffed and possibly creased, indicating handling and age. There are slight white stress marks along the edges and corners, typical of an older comic book that has been read or stored without ideal protection. The overall aesthetic points to a late 20th-century publication, likely from the late 1980s or early 1990s, corresponding to the popularity of the DuckTales animated series. The craftsmanship is typical of mass-produced comics of that era, valuing engaging artwork and bright colors over premium paper quality. The unique aspect is its direct correlation to the popular 'DuckTales' animated series, making it a piece of Disneyana and a collectible for comic and animation enthusiasts.