Cover: Harry Lucey

Pep Comics #125

Jan 1958 · Archie · 0.10 USD

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“Match Me”

In "Match Me," Archie and Veronica clash over wealth and worth, each defending their own view of what makes a person valuable—Archie insisting there's no shame in being poor, Veronica arguing that being rich is better. Betty is called in as a neutral judge, but even her presence only adds fuel to the debate. Written by Sy Reit and brought to life with crisp, expressive art by Harry Lucey (pencils) and Terry Szenics (inks and letters), this 1958 issue captures the timeless charm of teen rivalry with a touch of social reflection. The cover by Harry Lucey perfectly captures the moment’s tension.

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writer Sy Reit · artist Harry Lucey · inker, letterer Terry Szenics · cover Harry Lucey

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writer Sy Reit

artist Harry Lucey

inker, letterer Terry Szenics

cover pencils Harry Lucey

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Veronica and Archie are fighting, Archie tries to convince Veronica there is no shame in being poor while Veronica tries to convince Archie that being rich is better. Both enlist Betty to argue their side.

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).