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Action Comics #1 (DC, 1938) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white pages. More than a comic book, more than a superhero, this is a true piece of American pop cultural history. This first appearance and origin of Superman introduced an important American icon that has endured over the decades, becoming one of the most recognizable fictional characters in literary history. Making an impact on American and even world culture that Superman's creators (Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster) could not possibly have imagined, Superman has conquered not only the comic book and comic strip pages, but has been featured in books, movies, TV shows, toys, games, lunchboxes, cereal boxes...in fact, there are very few places one can look and not find the Man of Steel. No other book in all of comic fandom can elicit the visceral response that an Action Comics #1 can. To hold a copy in your hands is to hold the ultimate gem in the comic collecting crown. Every collector dreams of owning this jewel, making this the most prized possession in the hobby. This particular copy is superb with only minor defects, which include two very small scratch marks in the upper right hand corner of the cover in the logo area and some very minor spine wear. The colors on the front cover are deep, rich, and brilliant. Keys such as this are extremely scarce in mid-grade or higher in unrestored condition. In fact, there are only two unrestored copies that CGC has graded higher to date making this copy truly remarkable and desirable. This is perhaps one of the best values around: it is the pinnacle of the comic collecting world, it is unrestored, and has only the most minimal of defects making it an exceptional opportunity for an collector. As of this writing, this is the third highest unrestored copy of this book to be graded by CGC. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $105,000.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3001 | Mar 9, 2003

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All-American Comics #16 (DC, 1940) CGC Apparent FN/VF 7.0 Moderate (P) Off-white pages. Green Lantern's origin and first appearance come with this issue, rated by Overstreet as the fifth most valuable Golden Age comic book. This jewel is not only one of the most coveted, it's also one of the most difficult to locate in any grade. In high grade? Good luck! First of all, Gerber and Overstreet agree it's "rare." In Gerber's estimation, just 21-50 copies survive 60 years after Martin Nodell's timeless superhero made his debut in this issue, depicted on the cover by Sheldon Moldoff. Incredibly, CGC hasn't awarded a grade higher than Fine Minus to any unrestored copy to date, and just three restored versions have earned a higher "Apparent" grade than this. CGC notes "Restoration includes color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cleaned, reinforced." Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $24,640; VF 8.0 value = $57,500.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3002 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Select Comics #1 (Timely, 1943) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. This quintessential Timely title enjoyed an auspicious birth, with a classic Alex Schomburg cover in the very first issue. Couple that with utilizing Timely's Big Three, Captain America, the Human Torch, and the Sub-Mariner, in one issue, and voila! Instant winning formula! This copy is among the nicest that CGC has grade to date of the title's premiere issue. A very clean, bright copy with a strong spine displays very few defects, including small, light corner creases at the top right corner of the front and at the top left corner on the back, slightly rounded corners, very few stresses along the spine, a small bindery cut at the bottom of the spine, and a wee scuff at the top of the spine. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $6,500.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3003 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Select Comics #2 (Timely, 1943) CGC Apparent VF- 7.5 Slight (A) Off-white pages. The multi-superhero format of this terrific run coupled with the rampant WWII patriotism of the day meant this title was ready-made for Alex Schomburg's bombastic covers. The Golden Age Master created every cover except the last one in the series. This attractive copy has the highest "Apparent" grade that CGC has handed out to an unrestored specimen of issue #2. Consider that the restoration is "Slight" (CGC notes "Restoration includes: small piece re-attached to cover."), and that CGC has certified only one unrestored copy of this book at a higher grade than Very Fine, and this becomes one of the best-looking copies around. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $2,083.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3004 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Select Comics #5 (Timely, 1944) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. Marvel's Big Three, Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, and the Human Torch, gussy up the Schomburg cover, and each has his own feature story inside this classic Golden Age-vintage Timely. Supposedly not an uncommon issue, CGC's census data makes us wonder. Only two unrestored copies of the issue have been graded by CGC to date, and our offering is the best of the two. With all the white background on the front and back covers, a better copy may not exist. Overstreet 2002 NM 9.4 value = $1,700.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3006 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Select Comics #6 (Timely, 1945) CGC VF- 7.5 Cream to off-white pages. Gerber considers this issue and issue #11, the last issue before a title change to Blonde Phantom, as the most scarce in the run. CGC has found no copy worthy of a grade higher than 9.0, and this one is not far behind. In fact, it presents as a higher grade than that assigned. The slam-bang Schomburg covered-issue also features a Destroyer story. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $769.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3007 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Select Comics #10 (Timely, 1946) CGC Qualified VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. The final Alex Schomburg cover and the last Captain America and Human Torch appearances in the run. The "Qualified" grade from CGC is explained by "Centerfold Detached." A copy of this issue in any form of Very Fine, even those with "Qualified" or "Restored" disclaimers is still hard to find. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $769.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3008 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Select Comics #11 (Timely, 1946) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. The Blonde Phantom took over the cover of this issue, and by the next issue she would have the title. This is her first appearance, giving cover artist Syd Shores his most famous subject. As with other issues of the run, CGC has yet to certify a copy at Near Mint, and just two copies have managed slightly higher grades than this one. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $1,591.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3009 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. Pure Golden Age Timely magic at work here with the first appearance of the All-Winners Squad (Captain America and Bucky, Human Torch and Toro, Sub-Mariner, the Angel, and Black Marvel) and art by Alex Schomburg, Simon and Kirby, Carl Burgos, and Bill Everett. A dazzling copy, our offering currently claims the second-highest grade assigned by CGC for this premiere issue. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $12,000; NM 9.4 value = $24,000.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3010 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #2 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. Jack Binder's cover says it all with the promise of features on Captain America (by Simon and Kirby), the Human Torch (by Carl Burgos), Sub-Mariner, Destroyer, and Whizzer. No full book-length story featuring one superhero here! Get your money's worth with five complete stories, each featuring a different superhero! One other copy managed an 8.5 from CGC, or this would be the top-ranked copy in CGC's census. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $2,900.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3011 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #3 Allentown pedigree (Timely, 1941) CGC NM- 9.2 Cream to off-white pages. Two Golden Age pioneer artists, Carl Burgos and Bill Everett, collaborate on this action-packed cover shown impeccably by a sparkling pedigree copy that betters the next highest-graded copy CGC has seen of issue #3 by nearly two full grades. And at 9.2, it appears to have been conservatively graded! See for yourself. Then bid. Overstreet 2002 NM 9.4 value = $3,500.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3012 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #4 Chicago pedigree (Timely, 1942) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. A classic war cover by Al Avison is the highlight of this issue, and this copy of issue #4 may offer the finest reproduction of this Avison creation in existence. CGC supports our contention, with this copy the only high-grade ("8.0" or better) copy reviewed to date. With its lineup of multiple Timely wartime superheroes, this title is a collector favorite. Overstreet 2002 NM 9.4 value = $3,800.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3013 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #5 Pennsylvania pedigree (Timely, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. Al Avison offers up a freaky Nazi invasion fleet, with only Cap and the Sub-Mariner to deter their blowing poor Bucky and Toro to smithereens in this mesmerizing cover. The grade of this pedigree copy is nearly a full-grade better than any other issue #5 that CGC has graded to date. Inside: more multi-superhero excitement from Captain America, the Human Torch, the Sub-Mariner, Destroyer, and Whizzer. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $1,281; NM 9.4 value = $2,250.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3014 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #6 (Timely, 1942) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. A terrific Hitler/Tojo/Mussolini cover has Timely heroes bursting off the cover to stomp on the noggins of the three no-gooders. The cover artist could be Al Avison; it could be Syd Shores. It could be both, since the two Timely mainstays did collaborate on other covers. The Black Avenger makes his only appearance in this issue. The book is a bit uncommon, a fact borne out by CGC's census, which also shows this copy has received the highest grading value yet awarded to issue #6. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $1,500.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3015 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #7 (Timely, 1942) CGC Apparent NM 9.4 Slight (P) Off-white pages. It's a wonder this tumultuous Japanese war cover from Alex Schomburg doesn't get "classic" nods from Overstreet and Gerber. Perhaps we're just more easily influenced by one of Sir Alex's more bombastic efforts among so many. This copy, with colors so fresh and deep, has something to do with it. It's the best-looking copy of the issue that CGC has seen to date (the best unrestored copy graded out at 9.2). CGC notes "Restoration includes: spine split sealed, glue on spine of cover, reinforced." A most attractive, major Timely issue for relative chump change. Overstreet 2002 NM 9.4 value = $1,900.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3016 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #8 (Timely, 1943) CGC Apparent VF- 7.5 Slight (P) Off-white to white pages. Bright and rich colors are contrasted nicely against a blinding yellow background on this pretty copy cover. Alex Schomburg's stylized creation has the Timely heroes chasing Nazis out of Europe and right off the globe. The best unrestored copy has earned a CGC grade of Very Fine, with the second-nicest coming in at Fine/Very Fine. CGC notes: "Restoration includes: cover cleaned and pressed, cover reinforced." Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $1,080.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3017 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #9 (Timely, 1943) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. Heritage is pleased to offer such a fine run of this title, especially considering several of these issues have not been offered before in our Signature Auctions. This is the second finest copy CGC has graded to date of issue #9. The Schomburg cover's colors are high-grade, but overall wear along the edges, mostly on the back, influenced the final grade. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $519; VF 8.0 value = $1,080.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3018 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #10 (Timely, 1943) CGC Apparent NM- 9.2 Slight (P) Off-white pages. Don't be put off by the "Restored Grade" that CGC has assigned. This is one solid copy with only "Slight" restoration, described by CGC as "cleaned and pressed, very small amount of glue on cover." With the highest-graded unrestored copy of this issue coming in at Very Fine/Near Mint, and the next best restored copy earning a mere "Apparent" Very Good Plus, this copy is the most attractive CGC has graded of issue #10. Overstreet 2002 NM 9.4 value = $1,900.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3019 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #11 "D" Copy pedigree (Timely, 1943) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. The Atlas globe appears for the first time on this front, incorporated inobtrusively within the turmoil that is a Alex Schomburg's Nazi war cover. This currently ranks as the highest-graded copy of issue #11, not atypical for a representative of the pedigree. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $795; NM 9.4 value = $1,400.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3020 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #12 "D" Copy pedigree (Timely, 1944) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. Schomburg has the Timely stalwarts liberating a Japanese POW camp on this exhilarating cover. Inside, the nefarious Red Skull shows up. No other copy of issue #12 has scored a higher grade from CGC. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $966; NM 9.4 value = $1,700.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3021 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #14 (Timely, 1944) CGC VF- 7.5 White pages. With its flat, sharp-cornered front it seems CGC might have been a bit hard on this book with the assigned grade; it looks much better. Scrutinizing the back, we see the stress lines that CGC figured into the equation. So, let's occupy our time with the front; that's where all the Schomburg action is anyway! It still bears the highest grade CGC has given to a copy of issue #14. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $795.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3023 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #15 (Timely, 1945) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. Once again Alex Schomburg manages to cram more action into one cover than would seem possible. This time Cap and Bucky get help from the Sub-Mariner in derailing the Tokyo Railroad, sending some enemy soldiers to meet their ancestors or at least to seek a good dentist. All this with B-29s raining destruction upon the countryside in the background. You know, the typical Schomburg senses over-stimulation! There really seems to be a dearth of high-grade copies of this issue. CGC has certified only two other copies nicer than Fine, and none as nice as this, which from the front actually looks nicer than its given grade. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $795.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3024 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #16 (Timely, 1945) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Some impact dents at the back upper right, and minor spine stresses visible primarily from the back keep this copy from grading higher. CGC hasn't certified a Near Mint copy to date, and only two others surpass the one available here. Alex Schomburg contributed covers to over half the issues in the run, such as this detailed thug 'n slugfest. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $795.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3025 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #17 (Timely, 1945) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. For once the superheroes are about as numerous as the villains in this Schomburg doozy of a cover. Hardly seems fair! This is one tough issue to find in such high-grade because of the white background behind the logo, but the colors here are dazzling, and like-new fresh. This copy currently ranks third among all copies of issue #17 in CGC's census, which shows only one copy to have scored a Near Mint to date. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $795; NM 9.4 value = $1,400.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3026 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #18 (Timely, 1946) CGC Apparent VF+ 8.5 Slight (A) Cream to off-white pages. After WWII Schomburg turned to domestic crime for his villains, but his signature action scenes, right down to his renowned minute details survived and thrived. CGC has certified just two unrestored copies of this issue that beat the "apparent" grade of this book by a mere quarter-grade, so this is one of the nicest-looking copies of issue #18 that you will find. About the "Slight" restoration CGC notes, "Restoration includes small amount of color touch on cover, cover re-glossed." "Apparent" translates to "Bargain" here. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $795; NM 9.4 value = $1,400.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3027 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #19 (Timely, 1946) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white to white pages. It's not an Alex Schomburg cover, but Syd Shores offers one of the more distinctive covers in the run with this eye-catcher. This issue has the first story appearance and origin of the All Winners Squad. "Scarce" by both Overstreet and Gerber standards, this issue's nicest CGC-certified copy is a Very Fine Plus, which puts this upper mid-grade copy relatively high in CGC's census. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $1,250.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3028 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics #21 (Timely, 1947) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. This one just doesn't turn up often in any condition. Overstreet calls it "scarce," and Gerber goes as far as "rare." It's one of the nicest copies of issue #21 that CGC has graded to date. The superheroes-heavy, bondage cover is by Syd Shores. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $2,188.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3029 | Mar 9, 2003

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All Winners Comics v2 #1 (Timely, 1948) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, and the Human Torch, take a back seat to the luscious Blonde Phantom on this stylized, surreal cover. CGC hasn't seen a nicer copy than this, according to the latest census data, so stop your searching. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $1,763.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3030 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing Comics #1 (Timely, 1944) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. For one glorious issue, this title became another vehicle for the Young Allies. It's hard to imagine why the title changed to Complete Comics with issue #2, then folded altogether because the formula of an Alex Schomburg cover fronting features such as the Destroyer and the Whizzer, in addition to the Young Allies, was tried and true. Well, it makes it easier to put together the entire run! Not noted as an uncommon book; however, only two other copies have been graded higher by CGC than this high-grade Timely beauty. This book was purchased from George Olshevsky as the Chicago copy, although CGC has not noted that information on the label. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $1,250.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3031 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing-Man #6 (Centaur, 1939) CGC VG- 3.5 Off-white pages. The same year Golden Age innovator Bill Everett created his most famous character, the Sub-Mariner, he also created Amazing Man, whose origin and first appearance came in issue #5 of this title. Here in issue #6, which features an Everett cover, the origin is retold. Gerber calls this issue "uncommon," not unusual for a comic book from Centaur. The nicest copy CGC has reviewed thus far was graded a relatively low Fine/Very Fine, and this book presents nicer colors than you would expect from a low mid-grade copy, two facts that should encourage your bidding. Overstreet GD 2.0 value = $300; FN 6.0 value = $900.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3033 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing-Man #16 (Centaur, 1940) CGC FN+ 6.5 Off-white to white pages. This issue illustrates how difficult it is to find early Centaur books in high-grade condition. This nice-looking upper mid-grade book currently holds the distinction of being awarded the highest grade by CGC to date for a copy of issue #16. The striking colors backing Amazing Man on this cover could be yours for a song, maybe just a verse or two. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $252.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3034 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing-Man #19 (Centaur, 1941) CGC VG 4.0 Off-white to white pages. After a couple of covers where Amazing Man experimented with being blonde, he apparently determined he wasn't having more fun and reverted to raven tresses. Cover artist Glanzman has the super-hero in a most Supermanesque pose, holding a car full of crooks above his head with one arm, an unconscious party girl in the other, and dodging bullets from three hoods at the same time. Amazing, Man! Once again, our mid-grade Centaur checks in as one of the nicest CGC has seen; in fact, only one other copy, in Fine Plus, outscores this copy. Overstreet 2002 GD 2.0 value = $79; FN 6.0 value = $237.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3035 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing Mystery Funnies v2 #7 (Centaur, 1939) CGC Apparent NM 9.4 Slight (P) Off-white to white pages. Overstreet calls it "scarce"; Gerber goes even further with a "rare" rating, indicating a mere 11-20 in existence. This one has so much going for it. One: art by the troika of Golden Age masters, Everett, Gustavson (who did the cover), and Burgos. Two: it's the nicest-looking copy, albeit restored, that CGC has seen. The highest grade CGC has handed out for an unrestored copy to date is Very Fine. Three: the Fantom of the Fair makes his first appearance. Four: very early Centaur book. This is a sparkling book at an opportune price. Overstreet 2002 NM 9.4 value = $4,000.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3036 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing Mystery Funnies v2 #8 (Centaur, 1939) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white to white pages. There may be some other copies yet to be certified by CGC, but we also know how uncommon high-grade copies of this publisher can be. As the only unrestored copy in CGC's census at this writing, we know of no other nicer copy of the issue. The origin and first appearance of Speed Centaur is here, as well as interior art from Carl Burgos. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $381.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3037 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing Spider-Man #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white pages. This second-greatest Spider-Man book (after Amazing Fantasy #15) features a Fantastic Four cover appearance drawn by Marvel legends Jack Kirby AND Steve Ditko. The Fantastic Four's first crossover, the first appearance of John Jameson, the Chameleon, and a retelling of Spider-Man's origin are also contained in this issue. The interior artwork is also rendered by master artist Steve Ditko. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $2,400.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3038 | Mar 9, 2003

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Amazing Spider-Man #19 (Marvel, 1964) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. Spider-Man prepares to "Strike Back" in this issue against the Sandman and the Evil Enforcers. The Human Torch also make an appearance. The Steve Ditko cover is classic and a great representation of the Marvel Age of Comicdom. This is a terrific representation of this issue. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $250.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3046 | Mar 9, 2003

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Blonde Phantom #12 (Timely, 1946) CGC FN+ 6.5 White pages. The dazzling superheroine made her first appearance in issue #11 of All Select Comics. She evidently made a good impression, because with issue #12 she took over the title! This is the first time we have offered this issue, and we're offering one with the highest grade CGC has awarded yet for issue #12, an obvious indicator that the key book just doesn't turn up in high-grade. Syd Shores was at his "good girl" best with his eight covers on this run. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $465.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3047 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN 6.0 Off-white pages. One of the most coveted comic books of all-time displays the classic artistry of a Jack Kirby/Syd Shores cover starring the definitive patriotic superhero decking Hitler, backed by Joe Simon/Jack Kirby interior art. Moving up a notch from number seven to number six (tied with Batman #1) from 2001 to 2002 on Overstreet's Top Golden Age Comics list demonstrates the timeless appeal of the Sentinel of Freedom. This blockbuster issue features the origin and first appearance not only Cap, but those of his sidekick Bucky and arch-nemesis Red Skull as well. This solid mid-grade copy just might be the opportunity you've waited for to own this legendary comic book. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $19,350.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3048 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #2 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN 6.0 Off-white pages. Thank Jack Kirby for one of the greatest Hitler covers from comics' Golden Age. And he created it nearly a year before the U.S.A even entered the war! Simon and Kirby render interior art. This clean, glossy, colorful copy looks nicer than the CGC-assigned mid-grade, but CGC explains "Centerfold detached." But no copy of issue #2 has earned Near Mint status, and just three copies have managed higher graded than this solid copy. A recommended Best Buy! Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $3,214.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3049 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #3 (Timely, 1941) CGC Apparent VF- 7.5 Moderate (P) Cream to off-white pages. Bondage cover? Red Skull cover? Whichever floats your boat, Alex Schomburg delivers, as he weighs in on the new title with an action-crammed cover that Overstreet ordains "classic." The professional restorative efforts are admirable here, resulting in one of the best-looking copies of issue #3 around. Just three unrestored copies have been graded as high as Very Fine by CGC to date, who notes "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cleaned, reinforced." Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $6,000.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3050 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #5 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. Jack Kirby was most adept at portraying scenes of grotesque Nazi characters committing vile acts of torture in dens, dungeons, pits, caves, and the like. Here King Kirby pencils and Syd Shores inks a morbidly enticing cover that's pure WWII Timely. Feast your eyes upon the nicest copy of issue #5 listed in CGC's most recent census, then bid on one of the auction's true prizes. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $3,500; NM 9.4 value = $7,000.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3052 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #6 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Where did the Nazis get these torturers, mad scientists, and hangmen that Jack Kirby so loved to portray anyway? "Absurdly Monstrous 'R Us?" The King had his agenda, and we comic collectors are still eating it up! Jack gets inking assistance from Syd Shores on the cover and Joe Simon on the interior, and lets Al Avison contribute with his own pencils. The highest grade CGC has given out to a copy of this issue is Very Fine, and this copy is nearly there. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $3,100.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3053 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #7 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. A classic cover by Simon and Kirby is preserved nicely in this copy that displays colors more indicative of a higher-grade issue. You've got your bondage, your Nazi despicable, and your Captain America deftly dodging or deflecting incredibly poor shooting, and still haven't opened the book! There have been only three copies of issue #7 that CGC has certified in nicer condition. Every inside feature was scripted by either Kirby or a young Stan Lee. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $1,662; VF 8.0 value = $3,600.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3054 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #8 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. In the tradition of bizarre, Nazi-infested dark places (see the description for issue #5!), Bucky is about to submit to acupuncture overkill in this Jack Kirby cover. If you're waiting for nicer copies to put together your Cap run, you may be waiting a while. These early issues show up rarely enough in Very Fine; this copy is the nicest representative of issue #8 CGC has certified yet. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $2,604.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3055 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #9 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. A bound Bucky on a Cap cover is practically a given. And it's also common to find that the copy we're offering here is the nicest that CGC has graded to date of the particular issue. Cover and interior art by Jack Kirby. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $2,604.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3056 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #10 (Timely, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Simon and Kirby's last cover for the title that Kirby created holds true to form, just similar enough to the proven formula and just different enough to again catch our eye. Only one other copy of the issue has received a higher grade from CGC than this copy. Deep, rich color pervades on the book's cover, demanding a prominent site on your Wall of Comic Book Fame. Overstreet 2002 VF 8.0 value = $2,604.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3057 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #11 (Timely, 1942) CGC Apparent FN/VF 7.0 Moderate (P) Cream to off-white pages. For a few issues between the famous WWII-themed covers of the title, first Simon and Kirby then Syd Shores and Al Avison tried some "different" themes. But feudin' hillbillies? Shores and Avison do a great job nevertheless. Of the professional restoration, CGC notes that "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, cleaned, reinforced," and also advises "Centerfold Detached." This is a particularly pretty copy for the estimated price. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $1,050; VF 8.0 value = $2,188.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3058 | Mar 9, 2003

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Captain America Comics #12 (Timely, 1942) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Cream to off-white pages. The title was blessed with most distinctive artists; Simon and Kirby, Alex Schomburg, Syd Shores, and, here, Al Avison with a bizarre rendering of "The Pygmies of Terror." An overall accumulation of minor defects keeps this from grading into a high-grade range, but then only one copy of issue #12 has managed to coax a higher grade from CGC, at Very Fine/Near Mint. A most attractive copy of one of the Golden Age's most beloved titles. Overstreet 2002 FN 6.0 value = $1,000; VF 8.0 value = $2,083.
Auction 806 | Lot: 3059 | Mar 9, 2003

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