First published in 1953 (which is surprising, given only 9% of American homes had a TV in 1950), TV Guide became almost as much a part of the television experience as the actual programs it covered.

From “Who Shot J.R.?” to the 'M*A*S*H' farewell, TV Guide — and those unforgettable covers — were once a treasured part of every TV lover’s weekly routine.

That honor goes to a mint-condition first cover of baby Desi Arnaz Jr., valued at $3,000, although the Superman cover, with George Reeves in the Sept. 25, 1953, edition, runs a close second.