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The Brave and the Bold #28 Justice League of America (DC, 1960) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. The Silver Age of comics began with DC's decision to revive and update the concepts that made the Golden Age so successful. Here's one of their best revivals, in this "try-out" issue of Brave and the Bold. The transformation of the All Star Comics team, the Justice Society, into the more modern Justice League was truly inspired, and proved to be enormously popular with the current crop of comic book readers, most of whom were too young to remember the originals. After only two more Brave and the Bold appearances, the group was awarded their own series, which was a top seller throughout the 1960s, serving as inspiration for many more heroic teams to come -- including those at rival companies like Marvel. As Silver Age key issues go, this one is hard to beat. And this copy is the one to beat as well; currently, it remains the highest graded copy of issue #28 certified by CGC, with the next highest copy a modest VF/NM 9.0. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $7,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3130 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $60,375.00
Detective Comics #27 (DC, 1939) CGC VG- 3.5 Cream to off-white pages. Iconic and awe-inspiring, this groundbreaking issue currently ranks behind only Action Comics #1 on Overstreet's Top 100 Golden Age Comics list. The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books identifies this as an "uncommon" issue, and it's awfully difficult to find in nicer condition than this offering. We have previously sold just two unrestored copies, both of which bore lower CGC grades than this. Batman's creator, Bob Kane, just 22 years old when this issue hit the stands, handled cover and interior art on this issue which introduced the Caped Crusader and Commissioner Gordon. Even at this grade, CGC has certified just four other unrestored copies with higher grades, none higher than Very Fine. CGC notes, "2 small pieces of tape on spine." Overstreet 2003 VG 4.0 value = $62,000.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3054 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $48,300.00
Superman Comics #nn Ashcan (DC, 1939) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. For any Superman title collector, this is the ultimate item to acquire. This ashcan features the cover art from Action Comics #7 (which was rendered by Joe Siegel and Jerry Shuster) and a partial interior from Action Comics #8. DC produced Ashcans to secure the trademark and copyright to the title and logo. Hence, this is the first time that Superman Comics appeared on a published cover anywhere in history. Accordingly, this item might theoretically be valued much higher than the actual Superman #1 that got newsstand distribution. There are only two known copies of this ashcan, and both were purchased from Sol Harrison who worked his way up from a production assistant to President at DC comics. Again, as only a handful of ashcans were needed, they were produced by hand. The cover stock used is velox paper, which is the same material used to shoot the completed artwork of a regular comic book. Velox paper is noted for its ability to create crisp and clear lines from the artwork. Consequently, the detail on ashcans is unsurpassed. This ultimate Superman collectible has staples that are about an inch off center that go clean through to the other side of the comic. The cover is hand trimmed with nary a detracting factor. Once the importance of ashcans are fully realized by the marketplace, their values should soar.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3106 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $34,500.00
The Flash #105 (DC, 1959) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. The Scarlet Speedster, who launched the Silver Age of Comics with his tryout appearances in Showcase, gets his own title, with the numbering picking up where the Golden Age Flash Comics left off. Carmine Infantino provided the cover and interior art, and made a serious bid at becoming comics' finest artist with his work on this title. The Mirror Master makes his first appearance, and the Flash's origin is retold. This beautiful copy is one of just two at this grade to be certified by CGC to date, with none yet graded higher. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $7,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3136 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $29,900.00
Justice League of America #1 (DC, 1960) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Murphy Anderson's dramatic cover ranks high among the greatest of all Silver Age DCs. For those too young to remember the Golden Age Justice Society (and even for the oldsters who could), this premiere issue was greeted with enthusiastic anticipation. Mike Sekowsky's career-defining stint on the title's interior art continued from the Brave and the Bold tryout issues. This is an extremely elusive issue to find in high grade. Think we're just hypin'? Wrong, Despero-face! CGC has certified only one copy (of 119 unrestored copies certified to date) nicer, at NM 9.4, and at Heritage we haven't offered a copy nicer than VF 8.0 among 16 previous copies auctioned. One of the blockbusters of our sale! Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $5,300.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3155 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $27,600.00
Adventure Comics #61 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC Apparent NM 9.4 Slight (P) White pages. Starman makes his first appearance in this issue, which begins a 12 issue run of Starman covers drawn by the great Jack Burnley. This key Golden Age DC comic also has Burnley art on Starman's debut story inside, along with artwork by such Golden Age luminaries as Creig Flessel for the Sandman story, and Bernard Baily on this issue's Hourman tale. Jerry Siegel's Federal Men are also in this issue. We would be remiss if we failed to drive home the fact that this gem of a comic is the one and only Mile High copy -- and it's got the looks (and CGC label) to prove it. Called "scarce" and rated a "7" by Ernie Gerber's The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books, there are only 21 to 50 copies estimated to exist. This is the highest CGC-graded copy of this issue to date, and a grand total of only 10 copies have currently been certified by CGC. For perspective, the highest graded unrestored copy only earned a grade of VF+. Upon inspection, this Mile High beauty appears perfect, but slight professional restoration earned this great comic a purple label; CGC notes, "Restoration includes: moderate amount of color touch on spine, tiny tear seal." Overstreet 2003 GD 2.0 value = $1,033; VG 4.0 value = $2,066; FN 6.0 value = $3,100; VF 8.0 value = $7,748; VF/NM 9.0 value = $11,624; NM 9.4 value = $15,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3018 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $21,850.00
Wonder Woman #1 Crowley pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. Following her debut in All-Star Comics #8, Wonder Woman had to prove herself in the Sensation Comics title before being given a book entirely devoted to her... and even named after her. This significant DC seldom shows up for sale in unrestored grades above FN. The origin of Wonder Woman is retold in this key DC, and in more detail than the story in All-Star #8. H. G. Peter, the artist most associated with Golden Age Wonder Woman issues, lends his distinctive, instantly recognizable style to the most important female heroine in all of comics. There are currently only two unrestored copies of this issue that have been graded higher by CGC. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $15,000.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3108 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $20,700.00
Batman #23 (DC, 1944) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. That grinning gangster the Joker never looked as good as he does on this Dick Sprang cover, which is remarkably well-preserved for a book now sixty years old! This black cover shows virtually no stress or wear, other than a slight rounding of the upper spine corner. And we all know how badly an all-black background on a comic this old can age with wear! Of the 43 copies currently residing in CGC's census report, only this beautiful specimen ranks as high, with the next-best copy coming in at VF/NM 9.0. You might want to know that in addition to the great Dick Sprang (many fans of the Dark Knight feel Sprang was the ultimate Bat-artist), there's also art by Jerry Robinson and Ray Burnley, and stories penned by Bill Finger and Don Cameron. But for this remarkable copy, the condition is the big news here. Your move, bidders. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $2,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3037 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $16,100.00
Action Comics #4 (DC, 1938) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. Before Superman took over the covers of this title completely, Leo O'Mealia distinguished himself with covers like this. Just one other copy of #4, "uncommon" according to The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books, has earned a higher grade from CGC to date. We have offered copies of this 1938 issue on just a few prior occasions. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $8,960.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3001 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $12,650.00

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$31,500 or more
Superman #53 (DC, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Billed as the Tenth Anniversary Issue, this important book features the first real origin of Superman, filling in many details that would go on to become part of the character's legend. Actually, this is the third telling of the Man of Steel's beginnings, but this is the one that would become the one all future issues would follow. Artist Wayne Boring's classic cover makes this an instantly recognizable icon of twentieth century pop art. This incredible copy currently tops the CGC census, with the next highest grade being only VF/NM 9.0. If this book is on your dream list, hesitate not. Something this nice may not reappear for many years to come! Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $3,250.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3105 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $12,650.00
More Fun Comics #56 (DC, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. This is a magnificent copy, guaranteed to earn "oohs" and "aahs" from anyone who sees it. Howard Sherman's Dr. Fate vs. Wotan cover is wonderfully rendered and enhanced by a splendiferous color job, one that has miraculously retained its beauty and vibrancy for over sixty years, thanks to the superlative preservation of this specimen. In addition to its brilliant colors and cover gloss, the interior pages are a bright white, and the spine and corners display a minimal amount of wear. Additional treats include the debut of Congo Bill, Bernard Baily interior art, and Dr. Fate's first cover appearance! Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,627; NM 9.4 value = $7,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3071 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $10,925.00
Detective Comics #31 (DC, 1939) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Off-white to white pages. Bob Kane earns "classic" designation for his larger-than-life Batman cover, and the interior is chockfull with contributions from some of the Golden Age's most famous artists, including Fred Guardineer, Paul Gustavson, Sheldon Moldoff, Ken Ernst, and Joe Shuster. We haven't offered this issue often, just twice during 2003 in any of our auctions. Incredibly, just two unrestored copies of #31 have earned higher grades from CGC to date, one at VF 8.0, the other at FN+ 6.5. Overstreet 2003 VG 4.0 value = $5,466; FN 6.0 value = $8,200.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3055 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $9,775.00
Sub-Mariner Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream pages. Currently tied with three other Golden Age issues at 21st place on Overstreet's (2003) Top Golden Age Books list, this super-key Timely is moving up the list, up from 25th place the previous year. Alex Schomburg created one of his special Nazis-getting-their-butts-whipped-by-a-grossly-outnumbered-good-guy covers for the occasion; Bill Everett draws his famous creation on the interior; and Paul Gustavson does the Angel feature. Just a few other copies of the issue sport higher CGC grades, and none higher than 9.0. Overstreet 2003 FN 6.0 value = $7,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3254 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $9,200.00
Marvel Mystery Comics #37 Pennsylvania pedigree (Timely, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Timely comics continue to be popular for many reasons; their distinctive look, their harder edge (compared to DC), and the continuity of characters over six decades and counting. This issue features a Hitler cover by Syd Shores, certifiably Overstreet "classic." High-grade Timelys consistently sell at and above guide value, especially at this extremely uncommon grade. To date, this is the highest CGC-graded copy of this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $2,100.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3226 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $8,912.50
Batman #34 Spokane pedigree (DC, 1946) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Are you wearing your shades? You may want to don them, as the rich colors and cover gloss on this gem may induce temporary blindness! From the extolled Spokane collection comes a near-pristine copy of Batman #34 that literally looks as if it was just removed from a 1946 distributor's box -- and that's no cliche! Sharp corners and white pages are additional hallmarks. The comic's content is equally as appealing, from the flashy Dick Sprang cover to the Jerry Robinson Batman art inside. A true prize, boasting CGC's highest grade assigned to this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $1,275.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3040 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $8,050.00
Amazing Spider-Man #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC VF- 7.5 Cream to off-white pages. We have offered numerous copies of this classic Marvel Age issue in every imaginable grade since our first auction in 2001, and you still don't have one? Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko's famous cover is just the beginning. The premiere issue features the first appearance of J. Jonah Jameson and the Chameleon, and the first Fantastic Four crossover... oh, and the second appearance of Marvel's most popular superhero, the Amazing Spider-Man. This issue remains one of the most-in-demand comic books ever, and it's time you had your own copy! Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $9,350. From the personal collection of Ahmet Zappa.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3267 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $8,050.00
X-Men #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. After the dust had started to settle from the first stampede of Marvel-Age superhero premiere issues, this little surprise was sprung. An entire team of mutant superheroes? Oh well, it was the same Stan Lee/Jack Kirby collaboration that readers had grown to love over the previous two years, and this Magneto character looks like someone that could play a cool villain someday in a movie... maybe we'll give it a trial look-see. While not quite the same instant success as Fantastic Four, Amazing Spider-Man, or even The Avengers, the title has become white-hot in recent years, creating great demand for the book in virtually any grade. Of course, our offering isn't just any grade; it's an impressive high-grade beauty. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $4,500; VF/NM 9.0 value = $7,750. From the personal collection of Ahmet Zappa.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3355 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $8,050.00
More Fun Comics #49 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. This issue features a great Creig Flessel cover, showing us the perils of rock climbing. The interior art is by Jerry Siegel. More Fun #40-50 are coveted by collectors thanks to a string of fantastic action covers. And what better way to enjoy this cover than to own the best existing copy, presented here in all of its glory. Hailing from the Mile High collection, the book displays perfect corners, a flawless spine and colors that appear brand new. There is no better copy available, this one being the highest graded by CGC to date. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $1,900.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3070 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $7,935.00

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$11,902 or more
Action Comics #25 (DC, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. We assume you're sitting down -- if not, grab a chair before examining this copy of Action #25, 'cause it's gonna knock you off your feet. The cover gloss is so bright, it induces squinting, and the bright, primary colors pack as much punch as... well, Superman! And speaking of Superman, he's in his high-flying, bulletproof glory in this Joe Shuster illo. You'll find Jerry Siegel and Bob Kane art inside, too. What you won't find are many copies of this issue in better condition; CGC has rated only one specimen higher to date. Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,547; NM 9.4 value = 3,300.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3006 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $7,475.00
Batman #56 Spokane pedigree (DC, 1949) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. White covers easily show dirt and often don't stand the test of time, but this sparkling specimen is an exception -- its dazzling background is hospital white! This wonderful example of issue #56 is just what the doctor ordered for the discerning collector. Hailing from the Spokane collection, its crisp spine and sharp corners are utterly astounding, and its interior Penguin tale is a must-have for fans of Bat-foes. This comic stands proud as CGC's highest-rated copy of this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $900.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3047 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $7,360.00
GI Joe - First Navy Scuba Suit with Early Joe Prototype (Hasbro, 1964). This alternate version of the scuba suit features a somewhat more elaborate design, with a higher collar, scuba-flippers, and headpiece. Constructed from a bicycle's inner tube and hand-sewn, this scuba suit has the added attraction of being worn by an early 12" Joe prototype figure with hand-painted face; the age and delicacy of the rubber suit prevents us from performing a detailed examination of the figure, but it appears to be the same type as offered in the previous lot. The figure wears a hand-crafted depth gage, and what appears to be a regular production scabbard. The rubber is in exceptional condition, and exhibits little, if any, deterioration; there are some small orange stains on the back of the jacket, and the flippers have curled somewhat, but overall this is one of the most striking prototypes in this sale.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3454 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $6,612.50
Green Lantern #4 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. Green Lantern and his buddy Doiby Dickles join the army and go to war on this cover, which is poignant because of the pedigree involved here. The San Francisco books belonged to a young man named Tom Reilly, who went off to war himself in 1942. Tom must have really loved comic books, as he or his family arranged to continue purchasing all comics released during his stay in service, so he could enjoy them upon returning. As you might guess, Tom never came back from his tour of duty, and his unread books were carefully stored away. They are now highly regarded as one of the most important collections of Golden Age comics yet discovered, rivaled only by the legendary Mile High hoard. CGC ranks this comic as best among the eight copies of issue #4 graded to date. Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,750; NM 9.4 value = $5,000.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3068 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,750.00
Green Lantern #1 (DC, 1960) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. DC was certainly on a roll back in 1960, when this Silver Age key issue was released. Dusting off another one of its older features (as had been done previously with the Flash) would result in this successful streamlined superhero. This first issue retells GL's origin, and introduces the Guardians of the Universe. Artist Gil Kane finally found his main gig with this title, after years of work on DC's lesser features like Rex the Wonder Dog; he's ably assisted here by Murphy Anderson and Joe Giella. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $2,043; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,122.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3145 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,750.00
Amazing Spider-Man #9 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. One of Spidey's main foes, Electro, makes his first appearance in this gorgeous high-grade issue. But Spider-Man can't focus on the villain, because (for the first time, but far from the last) Aunt May needs an operation! Electro's origin is also recounted. Steve Ditko did the cover and interior art chores for this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $1,600.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3274 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,635.00
Marvel Mystery Comics #11 "D" Copy pedigree (Timely, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. The Human Torch turns a Nazi tank into goo on this Alex Schomburg cover, as the baffled soldiers look on helplessly. Just imagine if we really did have the Torch on our side during the war! Carl Burgos, Bill Everett, and Paul Gustavson are among the interior contributing artists, working on features such as the Human Torch, Sub-Mariner, and the Angel. There is currently only one copy of this issue that has been graded higher by CGC. Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,150; NM 9.4 value = $4,200.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3223 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,520.00
Captain America Comics #46 (Timely, 1945) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. Special even among the scores of sensational comic book covers Alex Schomburg did during the 1940's, this is the classic Captain America holocaust cover, which brought home the horrors of Germany's death-camps to American kids in a medium familiar to them. This issue is consistently in demand, making it not only one to treasure, but also potentially a good investment, particularly in this high-grade condition. There are currently only two copies of this issue that have been graded higher by CGC. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $1,356.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3207 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,462.50
Daredevil #1 (Marvel, 1964) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. The Man Without Fear in his debut appearance, this historic first issue features Daredevil's origin, plus guest appearances by Spider-Man and the Fantastic Four on the cover. Bill Everett, whose career with the company goes all the way back to Marvel Comics #1 in 1939, gets the nod for cover and interior art chores. This sharp, glossy copy looks a little better than the CGC-assigned grade, but who are we to argue? Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,377; NM 9.4 value = $3,200.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3312 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,405.00
Batman #36 Spokane collection (DC, 1946) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. It's not often that Batman stretches his jousting wings, but on this dynamite Dick Sprang cover, he's giving a knight nightmares. Other highlights of this issue include a Penguin appearance, and Jerry Robinson interior art. This magnificent copy from the Spokane collection sparkles, earning it CGC's highest grade assigned to this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $1,275.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3041 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,290.00
The Incredible Hulk #181 (Marvel, 1974) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. The hottest Bronze Age comic book of all has Wolverine to thank for its popularity. Here is his first full appearance, with cover and interior art by Herb Trimpe. Now nearly thirty years old, it's not as easy as you might think to find the book in this grade. Less than 5% of the unrestored copies of #181 submitted to CGC to date have earned a grade this high, and only six copies have earned higher grades. If you fancy yourself a Hulk, Wolverine, or X-Men aficionado, or just a collector of key issues in general, you have to have a copy of this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $1,150.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3396 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,290.00
Superman #48 Toledo pedigree (DC, 1947) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. The Man of Steel lives up to his name as a stymied blacksmith watches his iron-bending feat on this whimsical cover. This issue marks Superman's first time-travel experience. A nicer copy than this is simply inconceivable -- sizzling cover colors and gloss, sharp corners, and bright interior pages have earned this pedigree gem CGC's highest grade in its latest census. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $925.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3104 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $5,175.00
More Fun Comics #18 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1937) CGC VF 8.0 White pages. Rampant racism is on display on this cover as an Eskimo goes ice fishing and ends up catching more than he bargained for! This Mile High book shows more some wear at the top left corner, but it's not unusual for a book of this early vintage, and the characteristic bright colors and superior page quality this pedigree is renowned for are on full display. Gerber rates this comic "scarce." Artists in this issue include Leo O'Mealia, Creig Flessel, Joe Shuster, and Vincent Sullivan. CGC has currently certified only three copies of this issue; this one is the best. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $2,025.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3069 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $4,830.00

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$22,500 or more
Conan The Barbarian #1 (Marvel, 1970) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. Here's a book that started a big trend back in 1970, one that is still going strong today. Taking their cue from the enormously popular Robert E. Howard books, Marvel's comic version of the sword-wielding Conan was a huge hit. A big part of the appeal was the fantastic art by Barry Smith, who seemed to capture the "Middle Earth" feel of the character perfectly. This stunning copy will please even the most jaded collector; it simply screams "fresh"! It would take some real cherry-picking to have found a copy this nice on the stands back in the late summer of 1970, when it first hit the stands. To date, no other copy of this issue has received a higher grade from CGC. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $325.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3382 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $4,830.00
Action Comics #76 Double Cover (DC, 1944) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. As this patriotic cover shows, even a man from Krypton doesn't take kindly to totalitarian rule in the Pacific. To date, only one copy of this issue has been graded higher by CGC. CGC notes, "1st cover 9.0, interior cover 9.4." Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $900.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3011 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $4,600.00
Young Allies Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. Bucky and Toro escape the shadows of Captain America and the Human Torch, respectively, grabbing starring roles in this title. Both had been complaining about the torture and bondage scenes they had endured just to make Cap and Torch look good! Simon and Kirby's cover has Hitler and the Red Skull running afoul of our young duo right after Toro and Bucky had had their daily steroids. Besides the origin and first appearance of the Young Allies, this issue has Captain America and the Human Torch meeting for the first time. It's a Timely event! Overstreet 2003 FN 6.0 value = $3,600; VF 8.0 value = $9,000.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3262 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $4,485.00
X-Men #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. After the dust had started to settle from the first stampede of Marvel-Age superhero premiere issues, this little surprise was sprung. An entire team of mutant superheroes? Oh well, it was the same Stan Lee/Jack Kirby collaboration that readers had grown to love over the previous two years, and this Magneto character looks like someone that could play a cool villain someday in a movie... maybe we'll give it a trial look-see. While not quite the same instant success as Fantastic Four, Amazing Spider-Man, or even The Avengers, the title has become white-hot in recent years, creating great demand for the book in virtually any grade. And while there may be a few higher-grade copies lurking about out there, this attractive alternative won't set you back quite as badly! Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $4,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3356 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $4,370.00
Amazing Fantasy #15 (Marvel, 1962) CGC Apparent VF+ 8.5 Moderate (P) Cream to off-white pages. This issue literally came out of nowhere, #15 in a series that had begun as Amazing Adventures, and evolved into Amazing Adult Fantasy with issue #7, a Stan Lee/Steve Ditko vehicle for EC-like stories with ironic, surprise endings. Of course, this was a Lee/Ditko production as well, with more than a little help from Jack Kirby on the cover, and has become the most important Marvel contribution to the Silver Age. The origin and first appearance of Spider-Man is here, and Uncle Ben and Aunt May make their debut as well. After this issue, a few tantalizing months would ensue before Spidey got his own title and become a worthy rival of Superman and Batman as America's favorite superhero. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cover cleaned, reinforced. Right and bottom edge trimmed." Overstreet 2003 GD 2.0 value = $1,263; VG 4.0 value = $2,526; FN 6.0 value = $3,789; VF 8.0 value = $14,000.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3264 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $4,140.00
Daredevil #2 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Stan Lee was known for giving fledgling titles a helping hand by guest-starring characters from other books. Here it's Marvel's VIPs, the Fantastic Four, putting in a cameo; and even the villain role is played by a known quantity in Spider-Man's adversary Electro. The visual thrills are delivered by Jack Kirby's cover and Joe Orlando's interior art. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $750.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3314 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,910.00
GI Joe - Early Hand-Made Prototype with Unpainted Head (Hasbro, 1964). This very early hand-crafted articulated prototype closely resembles the final production model, and was one of the last prototypes before launching the full-fledged production of the line. The figure is distinguished by the rubber ball hip joints (made from the cores of a couple of golf balls!), the unpainted white head cast in plastic (but bearing the familiar features of every Joe ever produced), and the lead feet and hands. A significant piece in the development of the Joe line, this brought the Hasbro team very close to the finished product. Figure shows moderate wear, with some cracking in the chest piece, but that is to be expected from a "hand's-on" item, and is in excellent condition considering he is pushing forty.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3453 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,795.00
Batman #23 (DC, 1944) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. That Clown Prince of Crime, that Laughing Lord of Lawlessness, the jeering Joker cackles through this Dick Sprang cover and an interior story. Jerry Robinson contributes interior art. Only two copies in CGC's current survey of issue #23 grade higher. CGC notes, "Very minor amount of glue on 13th page." That aside, this copy shimmers with rich cover gloss and a sturdy spine. Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,928; NM 9.4 value = $2,500.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3038 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,680.00
Detective Comics #97 Crowley pedigree (DC, 1945) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Batman and Robin cool off some thugs with a firehose soaking on this fun Dick Sprang cover. Mr. Sprang also provides interior art on the high-grade beauty. Clean and sharp, this comic also has fantastic paper quality; if you love white pages, this is the copy for you! Believe it or not, there is actually one copy of this issue that CGC has graded higher than this gem -- probably the Mile High copy -- but this one currently comes in a close second. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $875.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3063 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,680.00
Adventure Comics #61 (DC, 1941) CGC FN 6.0 Cream to off-white pages. Over the decades, numerous DC heroes have used the name Starman, but the first to do so got his start in this groundbreaking issue. Jack Burnley illuminates this classic Starman cover and the character's interior tale, with Hourman, Paul Kirk Manhunter, and Sandman among the other features. Slight bands of discoloration along the upper left and lower right cover borders keep this remarkable copy from earning a higher grade. Currently ranks as the second-highest graded copy in CGC's census. Overstreet 2003 FN 6.0 value = $3,100.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3019 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,565.00
All Winners Comics #21 (Timely, 1947) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Captain America and friends rush to the rescue on the cover of this issue, which features this second (and last) appearance of the All Winners Squad. Syd Shores pencilled the bondage cover that tells the book-length adventure, "The Riddle of the Demented Dwarf." Overstreet calls this issue "scarce," and Gerber rates it an "8," calling it "rare" and estimating that only 11 to 20 copies still exist. CGC notes, "Very minor amount of color touch on cover." Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $2,350.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3203 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,565.00
Action Comics #34 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. This comic book is big, bold, and beautiful! Golden Age super-sized, CGC had to special order this case, and it really displays Fred Ray's cover handiwork superbly. Jack Burnley and Sheldon Moldoff contribute interior artwork. This is a striking copy, so close in grade to CGC's highest-graded (at NM- 9.2) to date of #34, that we dare you to find a nicer copy. This is the first time we have offered a copy of this issue in our auctions. Overstreet 2003 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,313; NM 9.4 value = $1,700.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3009 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,450.00
Superboy #1 (DC, 1949) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. With Superman such a huge success, it was only a matter of time before DC hit upon the idea of the adventures of Superman as a boy. Interestingly, at first there was no mention of the things we have come to associate with the Boy of Steel; like his hometown of Smallville, his parents Jonathan and Martha Kent, and the young Clark's friends Lana Lang and Pete Ross. In this debut issue, Superboy is in Metropolis! Another little-known fact: Superman's creators, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster sued DC over this book, which led to their eventual settlement, giving these deserving comics pioneers the means to retire in comfort. And while this book is a long way from the current hit TV series "Smallville," it all started here. Overstreet 2003 FN 6.0 value = $2,223; VF 8.0 value = $5,000.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3098 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,450.00
Amazing Spider-Man #12 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. Guess who's back to bedevil Spider-Man? It's Dr. Octopus, featured villain in the new blockbuster motion picture "Spider-Man 2." He's here in all of his original glory, drawn by dynamic Steve Ditko. Silver Age Marvel comics don't get much better than this spectacular issue. And you sure can't go wrong with this beautiful copy, either. As the cover blurb so aptly puts it, "you'll gasp in amazement!" Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $800.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3276 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,335.00
Batman #42 (DC, 1947) CGC NM- 9.2 Cream to off-white pages. Meeeow -- This great comic has the first Catwoman cover in Batman, and the second Catwoman cover ever. Of course it's got a Catwoman story inside too, and she's so good-looking that Batman and Robin can't seem to keep their hands off her! The fantastic cover art is by Jack Burnley. Gorgeous cover colors -- clean, bright, and brilliantly intense. To date, this is the highest CGC-graded copy of this issue. Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $1,450.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3043 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,220.00
Amazing Spider-Man #129 (Marvel, 1974) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. A mere single copy -- yes, only one -- of the first Punisher appearance has squeaked by this glorious specimen and received a higher grade (9.8) from CGC. Amazing Spider-Man #129 is truly a Marvel milestone: The coming of the Punisher ignited the trend toward anti-heroes, with Wolverine following in his footsteps some eight months later. It starts here, true believer! Overstreet 2003 NM 9.4 value = $260.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3375 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,220.00
Captain America Comics #73 (Timely, 1949) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. Even toward the end of the run, outstandingly innovative covers sparked Cap's comic. The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books credits Chic Stone with this imaginative cover, but The Grand Comics Database Project offers up Al Gabriele as a possibility. The vivid crimson cover inks makes this copy look every bit the high-grade assigned, if not better. This copy currently ranks numero uno on CGC's census for this issue. Overstreet 2003 VF 8.0 value = $1,144.
Auction 810 | Lot: 3210 | Apr 4, 2004

Sold For: $3,105.00

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