Archie's Girls Betty and Veronica #167
In "Drive To Distraction...", Betty and Veronica's friendship takes a surprising turn when Veronica, jealous that Archie is taking Betty out for her birthday, gifts her an Egyptian ruby ring—only to find that the bad luck it brings seems to be following her instead. Written by Dick Malmgren and brought to life with Dan DeCarlo’s signature art, Rudy Lapick’s inks, and Barry Grossman’s colors, this 1969 classic captures the charm and drama of Riverdale’s teenage world. The cover by Dan DeCarlo and Rudy Lapick perfectly captures the moment’s tension.
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Jealous that Archie is taking Betty out for her birthday, Veronica gives Betty a cursed Egyptian ruby ring. But all the bad luck seems to be happening to Veronica.
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