This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/30/2012
First issue of ''Playboy'' magazine, December 1953, Volume I, Number I. Landmark issue of Hugh Hefner's pioneering and controversial men's magazine features the famous nude photo of Playboy's first ''Sweetheart of the Month,'' Marilyn Monroe. ''First Time in any magazine / Full Color / the famous Marilyn Monroe Nude'' appears on front cover. 42pp. magazine measures 8.5'' x 11''. Some separation of interior pages to staples, and light creasing and wear to covers. Overall in very good plus condition.