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Adventure Comics #33 (DC, 1938) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. This was only the second issue of this title's decades-long run (following the name change from New Adventure). The Creig Flessel cover got things off to a suitably adventurous start; the many features inside the book include an outing for Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's Federal Men as well as a humor filler by Bob Kane. Gerber "only" gave this issue a "6," but the fact that CGC has only certified two unrestored copies of the book to date leaves us to believe that there aren't many others out there. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $600; VF 8.0 value = $1,100. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1001 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $747.50
Adventure Comics #34 (DC, 1939) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white pages. Fred Guardineer's safari cover scene is a nice warm-up for the many adventure tales in this third issue of the title (after the name change from New Adventure). Lead story honors went to wealthy adventurer Barry O'Neill; in this issue the character faced off once again with his Asian archrival Fang Gow. Also of note are Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's Federal Men and some gag features by Bob Kane. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 5.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1002 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $576.15
Adventure Comics #37 (DC, 1939) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Cream to off-white pages. Not only do we really enjoy Creig Flessel's covers for this series, we admire his originality -- it seems that each scene was radically different from the next. Here, Flessel brings quite a bit of drama to, of all things, a hippo attack. Inside the comic, Fred Guardineer's "Anchors Aweigh" (which, as the name might indicate, starred Navy men) has the heroes finally meeting their mysterious archfoe, El Diablo. Also of note are some Bob Kane humor features. The issue is a Gerber "7," and our offering is one of only two unrestored copies that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $400; FN 6.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 5.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1003 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $546.25
Adventure Comics #42 (DC, 1939) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. This issue's Sandman cover was only the second by Creig Flessel to feature the character, and Flessel's use of greytone is impressive indeed. The comic's interior features include art by Wayne Boring and Bob Kane. The book is a Gerber "7". Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $2,031; VF 8.0 value = $4,739. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1005 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,220.00
Adventure Comics #43 (DC, 1939) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream to off-white pages. Fred Guardineer's dramatic cover whetted kids' appetites for an issue chock full of adventure tales, the most notable of which is one of the earliest appearances of the Sandman, with art by Bert Christman. Characters such as playboy adventurer Barry O'Neill and amiable boxer Socko Strong round out the lineup. CGC notes, "Centerfold detached at bottom staple only." Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $930; VF 8.0 value = $2,015. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 6.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1006 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $805.00
Adventure Comics #44 (DC, 1939) CGC VF- 7.5 White pages. This was the third cover appearance of the Sandman -- the character was so new, we bet some kids looked at this Creig Flessel cover and thought this was a villain being shown. Inside the comic, Sandman was drawn by Fred Guardineer. That's the only superhero story in the book, but there's a host of adventurers like Cotton Carver, Barry O'Neill, and Skip Schuyler braving various dangers. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $4,739. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1007 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,450.00
Adventure Comics #45 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream to off-white pages. This issue's cover by Fred Guardineer gives us a hero worthy of the series' name, and it's a nice break from the usual costumed do-gooders. The star of the book hadn't changed, though -- it was the Sandman, drawn inside this issue by Creig Flessel. Bob Kane contributed both humor and adventure features to the issue. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $930; VF 8.0 value = $2,015. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 6.5, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1008 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $920.00
Adventure Comics #47 (DC, 1940) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. This FN/VF specimen is the highest-graded copy of #47 that CGC has certified to date, and the only one graded above 5.0. A typically great Creig Flessel cover whets your appetite for all things Sandman. The hero's interior story has art by Ogden Whitney (yes, the same guy who later drew Herbie, ACG fans). Plus there's Bob Kane art on a humor feature, and the usual plethora of adventure tales. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1,431; VF 8.0 value = $3,340. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1009 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,955.00
Adventure Comics #48 (DC, 1940) CGC FN 6.0 Cream to off-white pages. This is one of the key issues of Adventure's run, in fact it's a key DC issue, period. It's the very first appearance of early superhero the Hourman, whose powers last for one hour from the time he takes a dose of Miraclo. Hourman went on to become a charter member of the Justice Society as well as starring in this title for many an issue. The caped hero is drawn on the cover and inside the comic by Bernard Baily. Among the book's other stories is a tale featuring Hourman's future JSA colleague the Sandman (drawn by Ogden Whitney). The other "name" artists include Bob Kane and Paul Gustavson. Overstreet lists this key issue among the top 30 most valuable comic books of all. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $6,700. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 6.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1010 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $6,900.00
Adventure Comics #49 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. Hourman's second appearance came in this issue, which also featured the last generic cover, a pirate-themed (always a crowd pleaser...) beauty by Creig Flessel...or is it Leo O'Mealia? Interior artists include Bernard Baily and Bob Kane. This is the second highest-graded copy to be certified by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,638. CGC census 3/05: 1 in 7.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1011 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,265.00
Adventure Comics #50 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. The Hourman is in quite a jam on this Bernard Baily cover! Baily also drew the Hourman story inside the book, while Creig Flessel drew the story featuring the title's other star, the Sandman. This is one of only two copies of the issue that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,638. CGC census 2/05: 1 in 7.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1012 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,150.00

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$1,725 or more
Adventure Comics #51 (DC, 1940) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. Creig Flessel's distinctive style graces the Sandman cover of this early Golden Age issue, which features interior stories of Sandman and of Hourman. Flessel, Bernard Baily, and Joe Shuster are among the contributing interior artists. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2197; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,549. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1013 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,645.00
Adventure Comics #52 (DC, 1940) CGC VG 4.0 Cream to off-white pages. Feast your eyes on only the third cover appearance for Hourman. The scene of Rex "Tick-Tock" Tyler in action is brought to you by Bernard Baily, who also drew the accompanying story. There's also a Sandman story with art by Creig Flessel and a Federal Men adventure scripted by the group's co-creator, Jerry Siegel. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $462. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 4.0, 6 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1014 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $431.25
Adventure Comics #53 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Every Golden Age hero worth his salt had a kid sidekick, and Hourman finally got one of his own with this issue in the form of Jimmy "Minute Man" Martin. The cover and Hourman story were both drawn by Bernard Baily. Also contributing were Creig Flessel (drawing the Sandman) and Bob Kane (drawing a gag feature). Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,444. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1015 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,092.50
Adventure Comics #54 (DC, 1940) CGC FN 6.0 Cream to off-white pages. Hourman gets an assist from his young helpers, the Minute Men of America, on this Bernard Baily cover. Inside the comic are an Hourman adventure drawn by Baily and a Sandman yarn with Creig Flessel art. On the non-super-powered front, Howard Purcell drew the adventure of rough-and-tumble explorer Mark Lansing, one of many adventure-minded types who populate the issue. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $693. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 6.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1016 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $575.00

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$862 or more
Adventure Comics #55 (DC, 1940) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white pages. We think that the Hourman is body-slamming this fellow for attempted sabotage, though it may also be for crimes against fashion. Bernard Baily drew the scene as well as the story featuring Hourman. Besides Hourman and Sandman (the latter with Creig Flessel art), there are plenty of other he-men on hand -- there's not one milquetoast in the group that includes Barry O'Neill, Mark Lansing, Cotton Carver, and Steve Conrad. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $693. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 5.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1017 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $517.50
Adventure Comics #56 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Co-stars Hourman and Sandman are the featured attractions once again in this issue. Hourman is drawn by Bernard Baily (who also drew the cover) and Sandman is rendered in the issue by Creig Flessel. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,444. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 7.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1018 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,035.00
Adventure Comics #57 (DC, 1940) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. "Tick Tock" Tyler, aka Hourman, is drawn by Bernard Baily, both on the cover and inside the comic. The other big star of the book, Sandman, benefited from Creig Flessel art, and there's a whole slew of other adventures to boot. This is the second highest-graded copy known to man, or at least to CGC. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,444; VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,222. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1019 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,782.50
Adventure Comics #58 (DC, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. Soapbox racing in the urban jungle? Good thing Hourman's there to save the day on Bernard Baily's cover. Inside these covers are a Sandman story and the first appearance of Paul Kirk, Manhunter (not a superhero, but a private eye who tracked down missing persons), who became a regular in this series. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $693; VF 8.0 value = $1,444. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 4 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1020 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $805.00
Adventure Comics #59 (DC, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. Hourman and Sandman were two busy gents from 1941 on -- not only did they fight crime in these pages, but they were charter members of the Justice Society as well (in fact, this issue has an ad for All-Star Comics #3, the JSA's debut). In this issue the two were handled by top artists Creig Flessel (Sandman) and Bernard Baily (Hourman feature and the cover). Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $693; VF 8.0 value = $1,444. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1021 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $920.00
Adventure Comics #60 (DC, 1941) CGC FN- 5.5 Off-white pages. Creig Flessel was one of the best, and his cover for this issue has an original viewpoint as well, showing the moment after the villains have been polished off (as Sandman grinds a well-polished wing tip into one of the mugs). An Hourman feature by Bernard Baily is also here, plus the usual assortment of adventure characters. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1014. CGC census 1/05: 3 in 5.5, 5 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1022 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $747.50
Adventure Comics #62 Big Apple (DC, 1941) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. Starman, who had first appeared in the previous issue, made his second appearance here, drawn both on the cover and inside the book by Jack Burnley. The series' two established stars, Sandman and Hourman, are here as well, drawn by Creig Flessel and Bernard Baily, respectively. Only one copy of this issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,200; VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,850. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1023 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,610.00

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$2,415 or more
Adventure Comics #63 (DC, 1941) CGC FN 6.0 Cream to off-white pages. This was only the third outing for Starman, who is portrayed on the cover by Jack Burnley. Other heroes on hand are Hourman (drawn by Bernard Baily) and Sandman (drawn by Creig Flessel). Only one copy of this issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $576. CGC census 2/05: 1 in 6.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1024 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $517.50

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$1,100 or more
Adventure Comics #64 (DC, 1941) CGC FN+ 6.5 Off-white to white pages. Starman knew how to put his gravity rod to good use, as Jack Burnley's cover demonstrates. This title's "Big Three" of Starman, Hourman, and Sandman all appear in this issue, with art by Burnley, Bernard Baily, and Creig Flessel, respectively. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $576; VF 8.0 value = $1,200. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 6.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1025 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $632.50
Adventure Comics #66 (DC, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Cream to off-white pages. True-blue DC fans remember the Shining Knight, a 6th-century hero who was revived from suspended animation in 1941 -- this issue to be exact. It's the origin and first appearance of the character, who would go on to be a member of the Seven Soldiers of Victory (Generation X comic fans might also remember him from the All-Star Squadron). The character profited from being rendered by top artist Creig Flessel. Other pencil-wielders in the issue are Jack Burnley (cover and Starman feature) and Bernard Baily (Hourman). There's also a Sandman story with Paul Norris art. Note that the only copy that bested this one in CGC's census is just half a grade higher at 7.5. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $705; VF 8.0 value = $1,470. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1026 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $977.50
Adventure Comics #67 (DC, 1941) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. This issue has the origin and first appearance of the Mist, a villain who used his "inviso-solution" to evil effect. Except when Starman managed to stop him, that is. Other stories include the Shining Knight, making only his second appearance and drawn by Creig Flessel. There's also an Hourman adventure drawn by Bernard Baily. Jack Burnley drew not only the Starman story, but also the very impressive cover (called classic by Overstreet) that features that hero. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,200. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1027 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,092.50
Adventure Comics #68 (DC, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. Starman soars to the rescue, thanks to his anti-gravity rod. That cover image is by Jack Burnley, as is the story featuring Starman. Other characters appearing are the Shining Knight, Hourman, and Sandman; artists include Creig Flessel and Bernard Baily. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $576; VF 8.0 value = $1,200. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1028 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $977.50
Adventure Comics #69 (DC, 1941) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Sandy the Golden Boy made his first appearance in this issue, which was also the debut of the Sandman's new "superhero" look. The story was drawn by Paul Norris, and if you want to read it, you have to buy the original issue, as this important story has never been reprinted! And while that's the biggest news about this book, the rest of the issue is impressive as well, with a Starman cover and story (both drawn by Jack Burnley), the Shining Knight (drawn by Creig Flessel), Hourman (drawn by Bernard Baily), and more. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,250. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.5, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1029 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $977.50

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$2,258 or more
Adventure Comics #70 (DC, 1942) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. The Federal Men were an Adventure Comics standby, in fact, they first appeared in #2, when the title was still called New Comics and Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster (who created the group) were doing story and art. But the group of FBI agents made their final appearance in this issue. Still going strong were Starman, the Shining Knight, Hourman, and Sandman, drawn by Jack Burnley, Creig Flessel, Bernard Baily, and Paul Norris, respectively. The cover is by Burnley. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $576; VF 8.0 value = $1,200. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 4 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1030 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $862.50
Adventure Comics #71 (DC, 1942) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream to off-white pages. A couple of key firsts for Hourman are found in this issue -- for one, it's the first appearance of his Miraclo Machine, which would let him power up without taking pills. For another, Jimmy "Minute Man" Martin, while already a sidekick of sorts to Hourman, actually donned a costume starting in this issue. The other top characters and artists in the issue are Starman by Jack Burnley (seen on the cover as well), the Shining Knight by Creig Flessel, and the Sandman drawn by Paul Norris. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $555; VF 8.0 value = $1,156. CGC census 3/05: 1 in 6.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1031 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $632.50
Adventure Comics #72 (DC, 1942) CGC VG- 3.5 Cream to off-white pages. When Simon and Kirby joined DC, it was quite a landmark event. This issue's Sandman story has S&K's very first work for the company, coming just a couple of issues after the character had been revamped (getting a more superhero-like costume and the addition of sidekick Sandy). The other artists (and characters in the issue) are certainly no slouches -- among them are Jack Burnley (Starman), Creig Flessel (the Shining Knight) and Bernard Baily (Hourman). Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $2,058. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 3.5, 6 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1032 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,437.50
Adventure Comics #74 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. Simon and Kirby not only drew this issue's Sandman cover and story, they were also responsible for the Manhunter feature, the second story for the character. Confusingly, the hero was named Rick Nelson in the previous issue but renamed Paul Kirk here, even though he had nothing to do with the "Paul Kirk, Manhunter" who had appeared in this title previously! At any rate, S&K weren't the only top creators involved here -- Jack Burnley drew a Starman story and Bernard Baily drew an Hourman yarn. There's also a Shining Knight story, drawn by Louis Cazeneuve. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,778; NM- 9.2 value = $2,400. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1033 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,610.00
Adventure Comics #81 Crowley pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. If you want to enjoy the fantastic Sandman and Sandy stories by Simon and Kirby, you pretty much have to acquire the original comics, as they haven't been reprinted in 20 years, and there's never been a collection of the stories in book form. In this issue, S&K produced both the cover and Sandman's interior feature. Meanwhile, Starman, who had been drawn by Jack Burnley since his feature debuted, got a new artist -- luckily it was the skillful Mort Meskin. The book's other big star, Hourman, remained in the trusted hands of Bernard Baily. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $744. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.5, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1036 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $575.00
Adventure Comics #82 (DC, 1943) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. Simon and Kirby wrote and drew a Sandman Christmas story for this issue, as well as the book's cover. Other features include Starman with Mort Meskin art, Hourman drawn by Bernard Baily, the Shining Knight, and Manhunter, CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $744; VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,147. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1037 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $805.00
Adventure Comics #83 (DC, 1943) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Hourman made his last Golden Age appearance in this issue. Having been replaced in All-Star Comics as well, Hourman wasn't seen in a comic again until one of the JLA/JSA team-ups of the Silver Age. His farewell appearance was drawn by his regular artist, Bernard Baily. This issue has plenty more to offer, with a Simon and Kirby cover as well as interior art by S&K on the Sandman story. Also appearing in the issue are Starman, the Shining Knight, and the fellow you see on the cover inset, brainy youngster Genius Jones. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $744. CGC census 1/05: 3 in 7.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1038 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $517.50
Adventure Comics #84 (DC, 1943) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. We're sure this issue's Simon and Kirby cover grabbed your attention the way it grabbed ours, so we'll just let you know that S&K also drew the accompanying story inside the book. This issue also had the debut of the "Mike Gibbs, Guerrilla" backup feature; Gibbs' stories were set in occupied Europe, where the hero waged an undercover war against the Axis occupation forces. Other features in the book include Starman and the Shining Knight. This is not just the highest-graded copy of the issue that CGC has certified to date, it's the only one graded above 6.5. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,147: NM- 9.2 value = $1,550. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1039 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $1,150.00
Adventure Comics #85 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. Here's an exceptional, pedigree copy of an issue that CGC has certified higher than 7.0 on just two occasions to date. Simon & Kirby did some of their most memorable work on Sandman; in this issue providing cover and interior art. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $744; VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,147. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1040 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $862.50
Adventure Comics #86 (DC, 1943) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. This Golden Age issue not only has a Sandman story by Simon and Kirby, there are also adventures of the Shining Knight, Starman, and Manhunter. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $744. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1041 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $634.80
Adventure Comics #87 (DC, 1943) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream to off-white page. For some reason this issue is about as hard to find, especially in nice grade, as any 1940s issue of the title. Gerber rates it "scarce", and CGC hasn't certified a higher grade than this 6.5. Simon and Kirby provide cover and interior art on the Sandman series. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $357; VF 8.0 value = $744. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 6.5, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1042 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $373.75
Adventure Comics #88 (DC, 1943) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. World domination? Master race? Dream on, Nazi -- freedom-loving good guys Sandman and Sandy have other plans for you and your swastika-wearing ilk. Simon and Kirby show their mastery of comic art here, with a static scene that's as effective in its own way as S&K's usual hyperkinetic action. In addition to the Sandman story by S&K, this issue has Starman, Shining Knight, and Manhunter features. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,147; NM- 9.2 value = $1,550. CGC census 2/05: 1 in 9.0, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1043 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $920.00

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$1,380 or more
Adventure Comics #94 (DC, 1944) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. This issue's Simon and Kirby cover can't help but grab your attention (the design is so striking that Jack Kirby revisited it decades later on the cover of Captain America #198)! The tale of the Sandman and Sandy inside the book was drawn by Gil Kane. There's more superhero action courtesy of the Shining Knight and Starman. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.0, 6 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1048 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $488.75
Adventure Comics #96 (DC, 1945) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. Simon & Kirby cover art, and interior art by a young Gil Kane mark this issue from 1945. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $288; VF 8.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 5 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1050 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $373.75
Adventure Comics #97 (DC, 1945) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. A great Sandman vs. aliens cover by Jack Kirby looks nicer than the CGC-assigned grade, but some foxing is evident on the back cover. Gil Kane provided interior art. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 3 in 7.5, 5 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1051 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $431.25
Adventure Comics #98 (DC, 1945) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. This issue's surreal cover is something straight out of a strange dream... but what would you expect from those specialists in slumber, the Sandman and Sandy? Gil Kane drew the Sandman story inside the comic. CGC lists Simon and Kirby as artists for the issue, while the cover has been attributed to both Kane and Kirby. The Shining Knight and Starman are among the backup features. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.0, 4 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1052 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $488.75
Adventure Comics #99 (DC, 1945) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Overstreet doesn't identify this issue's cover artist, but Gerber's The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books credits Jack Kirby. The Grand Comic Book Database Project offers another possibility, Gil Kane. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $600. CGC census 1/05: 3 in 7.5, 4 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1053 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $431.25
The Amazing Spider-Man #4 (Marvel, 1963) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. The Sandman made his first appearance in this issue, which also tells the character's origin (this being a Stan Lee story, radiation was involved, natch). But the grainy villain isn't the only focus of the issue -- it's also time for love letters in the sand, as not one but two of Peter Parker's romantic interests make their debuts. One is Betty Brant, J. Jonah Jameson's put-upon secretary, the other is Midtown High cutie Liz Allen, and both are impeccably characterized by artist Steve Ditko. This NM copy has none of the "Marvel chipping" that can be such a thorn in the collector's side on these Silver Age books. Get this: unlike some of the other early Amazing issues, no grade higher than 9.4 has been assigned for #4 by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $3,800. CGC census 4/05: 8 in 9.4, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1055 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $11,500.00
The Amazing Spider-Man #16 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Daredevil crossed over into another character's title for the very first time here -- you can tell just how early it is since he's still wearing his original costume. DD joins up with Spidey to do battle with the Ringmaster. Meanwhile, Peter Parker keeps hearing good things about Mary Jane Watson, but he's not interested in being introduced. If he had only known! The cover and interior art are by Steve Ditko. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,100. CGC census 2/05: 10 in 9.4, 4 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1057 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,450.00
The Amazing Spider-Man #66 (Marvel, 1968) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Mysterio spends this issue luring Spider-Man into a fiendish trap, and we also see a glimpse of Norman Osborn, who has just remembered that he's the Green Goblin! John Romita Sr. drew this issue's cover, as well as providing interior breakdowns for Don Heck to finish. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $120. CGC census 3/05: 13 in 9.6, 4 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1058 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $609.50

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