Mickey Mouse #174 (1977 Gold Key/Whitman Comics) – “The Moaning Lisa Mystery” – FN/VF Disney Detective Comic

📦 Product Description:

Condition: FN/VF (Fine to Very Fine)
Publisher: Whitman (Gold Key imprint)
Release Year: 1977
Series: Mickey Mouse
Issue: #174 – “The Moaning Lisa Mystery”
Franchise: Walt Disney
Genre: Mystery, Humor, All-Ages Adventure

🎩 Issue Overview:
When the famed Moaning Lisa painting is stolen, Mickey Mouse dons his detective hat in this hilarious and suspense-filled mystery tale! With Goofy at his side and clues leading deeper into the art world, this story delivers:

• Classic whodunit pacing

• Comedic disguises and misdirection

• An ending twist worthy of a noir wink (minus the cigarettes)

Perfect for readers who enjoy classic mystery setups with clean Disney storytelling.

📊 Condition Notes (FN/VF Estimate):

• Cover: Bright color and gloss, light handling wear

• Spine: Intact with minor stress lines

• Corners: Slight softening, no major chips or folds

• Interior Pages: Cream to off-white, clean and fully intact

• Bagged & boarded in archival sleeve

💀 Why It’s Worth Collecting:

• One of the more clever, narrative-driven Mickey Mouse stories of the 1970s

• Rare “detective” format issue with self-contained plot

• FN/VF condition = solid collector copy with shelf appeal and affordable price point

• Perfect for Disney collectors, nostalgic readers, or fans of cartoon sleuths

🧟♂️ From the Reaper’s evidence locker — one missing painting, one determined mouse, and one unforgettable Disney caper.