The Saturday Evening Post Plate Appraisal

The Saturday Evening Post Magazine, April 22, 1961

This is a single issue of "The Saturday Evening Post" magazine, dated April 22, 1961. The cover features a vibrant illustration depicting a couple in a suburban setting. A man is shown interacting with the trunk of a bright yellow car, while a woman is tending to a garden area with a shovel. The scene includes a modern-style house in the background, a Japanese-inspired garden element, and blooming trees. The cover prominently displays the title "The Saturday Evening POST" in large white letters. Beneath the title is the publication date "April 22, 1961" and the price of "20¢". A banner near the top right corner features the words "SHIRLEY MACLAINE" and "By PETE MARTIN," along with the article title "When Your Tax Return Is Challenged...". The bottom right corner shows a partial advertisement for "LISTERINE ANTISEPTIC," which is torn. The magazine appears to be in fair condition, with visible wear and tear, including a significant tear or missing section in the bottom right corner affecting the Listerine advertisement. The spine and edges show signs of handling and possible creasing. Despite the damage, the central illustration remains largely intact and colorful. The illustration is signed by "Hughes" in the bottom left corner. This issue represents a specific moment in popular culture and magazine publishing from the early 1960s, providing insight into prevalent topics and advertising (Listerine), and featuring content related to prominent figures of the time, such as Shirley MacLaine.