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Offered for sale is an original Japanese Weekly Shonen Jump #33 from 2013, professionally graded Beckett 7.0 with White Pages.
This collectible issue features the first appearance of Jaco, the Galactic Patrolman, created by legendary Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama.
Jaco the Galactic Patrolman debuted as a manga series celebrating Weekly Shonen Jump’s 45th anniversary. The character would later become part of the larger Dragon Ball universe, appearing in Dragon Ball Super.
This special 45th-anniversary issue features a colorful commemorative cover showcasing numerous characters from some of Japan’s most recognizable manga franchises, including One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, and other popular Shonen Jump series.
The combination of Akira Toriyama’s new manga debut, Jaco’s first appearance, and the magazine’s anniversary celebration makes this an appealing collectible for Japanese manga and Dragon Ball enthusiasts.
This is an original Japanese publication from 2013, not a modern reproduction or collected manga volume.
Publication Details:
Publication Name: Weekly Shonen Jump
Issue Number: 33
Publication Year: 2013
Cover Date: July 29, 2013
Publisher: Shueisha
Country of Publication: Japan
Language: Japanese
Publication Frequency: Weekly
Format: Original Japanese Manga Anthology Magazine
Featured Series: Jaco the Galactic Patrolman
Creator: Akira Toriyama
Key Significance: First appearance of Jaco the Galactic Patrolman
Cover Significance: Weekly Shonen Jump 45th Anniversary Commemorative Cover
Additional Featured Franchises: One Piece, Naruto, Bleach, and other Shonen Jump properties
Grading Information:
Grading Company: Beckett
Grade: 7.0
Page Quality: White Pages
Certification Number: 26-20BC7DA-014
Holder: Oversized Beckett protective encapsulation with custom illustrated label
Condition:
Professionally graded Beckett 7.0 with White Pages.
The original magazine remains encapsulated inside its oversized Beckett protective holder.
The front cover displays vibrant colors and detailed anniversary artwork featuring numerous recognizable manga characters.
Visible condition characteristics include general handling wear, minor surface imperfections, and age-related wear consistent with the professionally assigned grade.
The page edges exhibit some visible aging and discoloration when viewed through the sides and bottom of the protective holder.
The original Japanese magazine spine remains visible through the encapsulation.
The rear cover features an original Japanese Phantasy Star Online 2 Episode 2 advertisement from SEGA.
The Beckett holder appears intact in the provided photographs, with possible light exterior handling marks or storage wear.
The magazine has not been removed from its professionally graded holder. Interior pages have not been independently inspected beyond Beckett’s grading assessment.
Please carefully review all provided photographs for the exact condition of the magazine, front cover, back cover, spine, page edges, grading label, and protective case.
A collectible piece of Japanese manga publishing history for fans of Akira Toriyama, Dragon Ball, Jaco the Galactic Patrolman, and original Weekly Shonen Jump anniversary publications.
