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The Human Torch #2 (#1) (Timely, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This is the finest copy yet certified of this hotly sough...

Auction: 2006 January Comic Auction #819

Sold for: $74,750.00 (includes BP )
Bid Source: Live: Phone
Ended: Jan 18, 2006
Item Activity: 15 Internet/mail/phone bidders
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The Human Torch #2 (#1) (Timely, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This is the finest copy yet certified of this hotly sought-after Timely key. Our copy's alone at the top of the CGC census, and the blue "Universal" CGC label signifying an unrestored copy is especially notable, since the few copies that come along seem to be restored more often than not. While the title character was already a known quantity from Marvel Mystery Comics, this issue is particularly significant in that it's got the first appearance of his fiery sidekick Toro. Unlike the Human Torch, who was an android, Toro was born with his powers, making him one of the very first mutant superheroes! The issue moved up in the 2005 Overstreet ranking of the most valuable comic books, going from 21st to 18th, and the only Timelys above it on that list are Marvel Comics #1 and Captain America Comics #1. Also appearing in this issue is the only other Timely star who approached the Human Torch's popularity, namely the Sub-Mariner (Captain America hadn't been created yet). This first cover appearance is the work of Timely's cover ace Alex Schomburg. The roster of interior artists includes Timely's top talents of the day: Carl Burgos, Bill Everett, Joe Simon, and Paul Reinman to name a few. As for the unusual numbering: the issue doesn't have any number on the cover, and though this is the first issue of the series, the indicia read #2 because Timely opted to continue the numbering from Red Raven Comics #1. This copy will be an object of desire for anyone who collects the Timely/Marvel line, and that includes just about every comic book fan! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $50,000. CGC census 11/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.

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Grade 2.0 4.0 6.0 8.0 9.0 9.2
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$3,100.00 $6,200.00 $9,300.00 $23,250.00 $42,625.00 $62,000.00
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