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ONE PIECE Vol.1 1st Edition First Print 1997 Rare Manga Great Condition Japan. This is an authentic1st print edition ofONE PIECE Vol. ONE PIECE Vol.1 1st Print Edition 1997 Japanese Manga Comic Jump rare. Format Black & White Manga (Tankobon). π Collector's Note: ONE PIECE Vol. ONE PIECE Vol.1 1st Print Edition 1997 Japanese Manga Comic Jump rare β Authentic First Print from Japan β π΄ β οΈ RARE 1st PRINT EDITION β December 1997 β The legendary volume that launched the best-selling manga series of all time. π Product Overview This is an authentic 1st print edition of ONE PIECE Vol. 1, originally published in Japan by Shueisha on December 24, 1997 under the legendary Jump Comics imprint. Created by manga master Eiichiro Oda, the series follows young Monkey D. Luffy as he sets sail to find the legendary treasure "One Piece" and become the Pirate King. This is the volume that launched what would become the best-selling manga series of all time. π Specifications Title ONE PIECE (γ―γ³γγΌγΉ) Volume Vol. 1 (Single Volume) Edition 1st Print Edition (εη) Publication Date December 24, 1997 (Heisei 9) Imprint Jump Comics (γΈγ£γ³γγ»γ³γγγ―γΉ) Author / Artist Eiichiro Oda (ε°Ύη°ζ δΈι) Publisher Shueisha (ιθ±η€Ύ), Japan Language Japanese Format Black & White Manga (Tankobon) Originally Serialized In Weekly Shonen Jump (1997) Obi (εΈ―) Not included (εΈ―γͺγ) π Condition Details (Honest Disclosure) Considering this book is nearly 30 years old, please review carefully before purchase. All flaws disclosed honestly. β Positive Points Confirmed 1st print via colophon (ε₯₯δ») Complete volume β no missing pages (θ½δΈγͺγ) Binding intact All pages readable β οΈ Flaws to Note Obi (εΈ―) is NOT included β the original promotional band was lost or removed Some age-related yellowing on pages typical of 1997 print Minor cover wear consistent with age Please review all photos for additional condition details β οΈ IMPORTANT: This is a vintage book over 25 years old. Some signs of age are unavoidable. Please review all photos carefully β sold as-is. π Genres Action Adventure Pirates Fantasy Shonen Comedy Coming-of-Age β¨ Why This Volume Is Special Authentic 1st print from December 1997 β confirmed by colophon (ε₯₯δ») Created by manga legend Eiichiro Oda β one of the greatest mangaka of all time The volume that introduced Monkey D. Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates Best-selling manga series in history β over 525 million copies sold worldwide Holds the Guinness World Record for most copies published of the same comic book series by a single author The very beginning of the "East Blue" saga 25+ years old β true vintage collector's item, becoming increasingly rare High-grade copies (BGS / CGC 9.0+) have sold for $3,000+ An essential cornerstone for any serious manga collection π Collector's Note: ONE PIECE Vol. 1 first print editions are among the most highly sought-after items in modern manga collecting. With the live-action Netflix series renewing global interest and the manga approaching its grand finale, demand for first prints continues to climb. Even raw copies are becoming increasingly difficult to find. An exceptional opportunity for collectors and investors. π¦ Shipping & Notes Ships from Japan with extra-secure packaging (bubble wrap + rigid box) Tracking number provided for every shipment Insurance available upon request β recommended for this vintage item Sold as-is β please review all photos carefully before purchase Any questions? Feel free to message before purchase Thank you for visiting! / γι²θ¦§γγγγ¨γγγγγΎγ π΄ β οΈ The journey to find One Piece begins here. π΄ β οΈ