Comic has never been removed from its nag. However, there is a bend on the side,which keeps it being near mint. Probably could be flattened with heavy books on top. Comic comes from the collection of Perry Johnson, who played Gus Stevens in biographical film about Jayne Mansfield Diamonds to Dust. Also, Perry was a kingdom member in seasons 7 and 8 of The Walking Dead. Perry has appeared in Office Christmas Party, Forever My Girl, Brockmire, The Founder, Sully, Stargirl and many other television or movie productions. He most recently appeared in Exorcist: Believer movie. Look him up on imdb. A 4 x 6, autographed photo will come with the comic that states this was from his collection.