Archie Giant Series Magazine #457

For any Jughead fan, Pop Tate's Chocklit Shoppe is practically sacred ground — so the cover of this 1977 giant-sized issue hits right where it hurts. Archie and Jughead stand outside the shuttered shop, reacting with dismay to a sign announcing Pop Tate is closed for two weeks on vacation, while Betty and Veronica look on nearby; speech bubbles lament they're in for a "dry spell." Stan Goldberg and Jon D'Agostino deliver a scene full of sunny color and expressive charm that captures the Riverdale gang at their most relatable — facing a world without their favorite hangout.