Sell Your Vintage TV Guide Magazines (1960s and Older)
Welcome to SellOldMagazines.com—a trusted platform for the selective and professional review of vintage magazine collections. If you have original issues of TV Guide from the 1960s or earlier, your collection may qualify for review. As one of the most widely circulated publications in American history, TV Guide offers a rich visual and cultural record of mid-century television and popular entertainment.
We are currently reviewing select TV Guide magazine collections from the 1950s and 1960s that meet our general buying criteria.
About TV Guide Magazine
First published in 1953, TV Guide quickly became the essential weekly for millions of American households navigating the golden age of television. Featuring regional program listings, celebrity interviews, television news, and collectible covers, the magazine served as both a household reference and a cultural barometer. Early issues are especially valued for capturing the rapid rise of iconic shows and stars during the medium’s formative years.
Vintage TV Guide issues are often noted for:
First appearances of now-famous television programs and personalities
Cover stories featuring stars like Lucille Ball, Ed Sullivan, and Johnny Carson
Historical listings and ads that reflect the early evolution of American broadcast media
Compact digest size and recognizable logo design
Collectibility of regional editions from early print runs
What We’re Looking For
We appreciate all submissions, but only TV Guide collections meeting the following standards will be reviewed:
Era: Primarily issues from the 1950s and 1960s
Condition: Must be in very good condition—no water damage, torn pages, or significant cover wear
Mailing Labels: Label-free covers strongly preferred, particularly on celebrity-featured editions
Quantity: We do not purchase individual issues. Submissions should include 15 or more, boxed and ready for shipping or available for pickup
Content Note: Early cover stars, milestone programming, and debut years may enhance interest, but content alone does not guarantee a purchase
Due to the magazine’s wide distribution, only complete, well-preserved collections from earlier decades are considered.
How to Sell Your TV Guide Magazine Collection
If your collection fits the criteria listed above, please complete our quote form and include several clear photos showing issue dates, covers, and condition. If your submission is accepted, we’ll provide detailed packing instructions or arrange for local pickup when possible.
We do not appraise or guarantee purchases, but we’re happy to review qualifying collections.
Have a 1960s or Older TV Guide Collection?
Whether you’re organizing a media archive, clearing storage, or handling a family estate, we welcome TV Guide submissions for review—provided they meet our current buying needs. Due to high submission volume, we respond only to collections that match our current standards for condition, age, and volume.
Start by submitting your sample images and a brief collection summary using our quote form. If accepted, we’ll walk you through the rest of the process.
At SellOldMagazines.com, we specialize in the preservation of vintage entertainment media—including TV Guide, the definitive print record of America’s broadcast history.
