{"product_id":"rare-jsa-cgc-coa-graded-the-simpsons-1994-comic-con-matt-groening-3-signed","title":"San Diego Comic-Con 25th Anniversary Souvenir Book (1994) — CGC 8.5 White Pages, 4 Signatures incl. Matt Groening + Original Sketch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly sought-after commemorative publication from San Diego Comic-Con International, this 25th Anniversary Souvenir Book (1994) documents a pivotal moment when Comic-Con had firmly established itself as a central force in global pop culture, comics, and animation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is professionally graded CGC 8.5 with White Pages and authenticated by CGC x JSA. What distinguishes this copy is the presence of four verified creator signatures, all confirmed directly on the CGC label, combined with an original hand-drawn sketch on the cover by Matt Groening, creator of The Simpsons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned by Matt Groening, Bill Morrison, Cindy Vance, and Steve Vance, the book brings together key creative figures associated with modern animation and comics. Groening’s original cover sketch elevates the piece beyond a signed publication into a unique, one-of-one collectible, directly linking the item to one of the most influential creators in television and pop culture history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly San Diego Comic-Con souvenir books were produced in limited quantities and were rarely preserved in high-grade condition. Examples featuring multiple authenticated signatures—especially with original creator artwork—are scarce, making this a strong acquisition for collectors focused on Comic-Con history, The Simpsons, and signed pop culture ephemera.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: San Diego Comic-Con 25th Anniversary Souvenir Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvent: San Diego Comic-Con International\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition: 25th Anniversary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear: 1994\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrading Company: CGC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrade: 8.5 (White Pages)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentication: CGC x JSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignatures (Verified on CGC Label):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Matt Groening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Bill Morrison\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cindy Vance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Steve Vance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtwork:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Original hand-drawn cover sketch by Matt Groening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCategory: Comic-Con Memorabilia \/ Signed Publication \u0026amp; Original Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA premium example for collectors of Comic-Con history, The Simpsons, authenticated autographs, and original creator artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ CGC graded 8.5 with White Pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Authenticated by CGC x JSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Four verified signatures on CGC label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Original one-of-one Matt Groening cover sketch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ 25th Anniversary San Diego Comic-Con issue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Exact item shown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Privately owned inventory — based in Stockholm, Sweden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Worldwide fully insured shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Direct access to the seller before and after purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rain Collectibles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60958302011722,"sku":null,"price":8600.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/4649\/8890\/files\/front_f1c17686-11c5-4fd0-a53b-e7fcd00a96e1.jpg?v=1769564771","url":"https:\/\/rain-collectibles.com\/products\/rare-jsa-cgc-coa-graded-the-simpsons-1994-comic-con-matt-groening-3-signed","provider":"Rain Collectibles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}