Lot #40: 1988 Hologram & Afghan Girl Nat Geo, 17 Faux-Leather Cases
Current bid
$1.00
Time Remaining:
9d left
Location:
King Street E, Caledon, ON, L7E 3J8
Pickup:
Sun, October 18 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
A premium, extensive estate collection of vintage National Geographic magazines spanning 1983 through 2008. This lot is beautifully preserved and exceptionally well-stored, perfect for serious collectors, historians, or premium home library decor.
Full Collection Coverage:
• Includes years: 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008.
Lot Highlights:
• December 1988 Centennial Issue (Full Magazine): Features the iconic, highly collectible 3D Silver Hologram earth front cover and the famous matching 3D McDonald's hologram back cover. Includes the original Centennial Awards interior pages.
• April 2002 "Found" Issue (Full Magazine): The complete, standard monthly magazine featuring the world-famous "Afghan Girl" Sharbat Gula cover story ("A Life Revealed") capturing her historic update 17 years later. Includes the clean interior centerfold spread.
• 17 Custom Library Slipcases: Includes 17 deluxe, official burgundy faux-leather storage cases featuring elegant gold-embossed lettering and National Geographic globes on the spines.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Magazines have been stored upright inside protective cases in a smoke-free estate. Spines are bright yellow, unbent, and covers are exceptionally clean. Please see all photos for volume details. Includes everything pictured on the shelving unit (shelving unit itself is not included).
Login to ask a question
Be the first one to ask a question
Picking up your new treasures should be just as easy as bidding on them! For a smooth pickup experience, keep these tips in mind:
1. Double-check that you have everything from the lots you've won before you leave the pickup location.
2. For invoices over $300, you will need to show a photo ID and credit card used for purchase for verification.
3. If you have any questions at pickup you can always ask our Maxsold Team Lead or the Seller managing the pickup.
Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, October 18 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Category B: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Pickup Location: King Street E, Caledon, ON, L7E 3J8 View Map (opens in new window)
Bidding Starts:
Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 9:00:00 PM UTC
Bidding Ends:
Friday, October 16, 2026 between 12:15 AM and 1:00 AM
See individual items for exact closing times.
Bid Date | Bid Amount |
|---|---|
Oct 5, 2026, 12:24:57 AM UTC | $1.00 |
Policies for Pickup
Pickup time windows are fixed and limited. You will be required to select a pickup window prior to the auction pickup. Please be sure to select a time slot that you are certain you will be able to attend. Alternate pickup times may or may not be accommodated and if accommodated may result in additional fees.
Claims for refunds can be made only in certain limited circumstances. Where an error in the lot description has occurred on an item you purchased, let the seller (or their representative) know immediately upon pickup so that it may be rectified. Except for limited circumstances, refunds are subject to processing fees.
Maxsold does not arrange shipping; however, you can make your own arrangements at your own risk.
Current bids cannot be changed or removed once submitted and each one is a promise that you will honour the bid and all the terms.
Auctions