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The Haunt of Fear #15 (#1) Gaines File pedigree (EC, 1950) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. This is the first issue of one of EC's famous horror titles, and it has the first story Harvey Kurtzman produced for EC (though not the first to make it into print). Johnny Craig's cover gave way to exquisite drawings by himself, Harvey Kurtzman, Al Feldstein, and the team of Harry Harrison and Wally Wood. This unbelievable copy, at NM/MT 9.8, is joined by only one other copy atop CGC's census. And to top it off, this is a "scarce" issue! While CGC has certified this book as a Gaines File copy, no certificate accompanies this lot. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $3,800.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5009 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $17,250.00

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War Against Crime #11 Gaines File pedigree 1/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. This historic issue boasts the first horror cover by the greatest horror publisher of all, EC. Johnny Craig's cover ties into the issue's only horror story, which is introduced by the Vault Keeper in only his second appearance. The experiment was obviously deemed a success, as the title became Vault of Horror with the next issue! The interior art is by Al Feldstein on the horror story and Craig, Harry Harrison, and George Roussos on the crime and punishment tales. Once again we have the nicest of the eleven Gaines File copies for your bidding pleasure. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,600.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5054 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $10,062.50
Vault of Horror #13 Gaines File pedigree 1/9 (EC, 1950) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. Here's one of the very earliest EC horror books (and only the second issue of the title, despite the numbering). Harvey Kurtzman wrote and drew the story "Island of Death," obviously based on the famous short story "Most Dangerous Game." Meanwhile, a dose of morphine figures in a story drawn by the team of Harry Harrison and Wally Wood (the book Tales of Terror says that the story may have been penciled by Jules Feiffer, of all people!). Other artists represented are Johnny Craig (who drew the "walking dead" cover), Al Feldstein, and Graham Ingels. There are less Gaines File copies of this issue than most (only nine), and this one ranks as the very best, which is further confirmed by the stellar CGC grade. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,350.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5047 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $8,199.50
The Incredible Hulk #4 (Marvel, 1962) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Fantasy as you like it from the classic Marvel team of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The issue features a brief retelling of Greenskin's origin. Uncommonly high-grade; in fact, CGC has certified just one copy of the issue with a higher grade to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $2,400.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5492 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $7,187.50
The Amazing Spider-Man #17 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The Green Goblin makes his second appearance in this issue, as does Johnny Storm/Human Torch. Steve Ditko provides the cover and interior art. This stellar copy is in rare company - one of just six copies to earn a grade this high from CGC to date, and only one of those managed to attain a NM/MT 9.8. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,300.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5472 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $6,612.50
Green Lantern #2 (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. It's the first book-length Green Lantern story! The hero's all smiles on the Mart Nodell cover, and why not -- pal Doiby Dickles is wielding a mean monkey wrench. The interior art is also by Nodell, GL's creator. This is the highest-graded copy -- and the only one graded above 8.0 -- of #2 that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2004 VF/NM 9.0 value = $7,043; NM- 9.2 value = $9,500.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5366 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $5,750.00
More Fun Comics #71 (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. Overstreet dubs this book's surreal cover a "classic sci-fi Dr. Fate cover," but we are left to identify the artist for ourselves. It could be Howard Sherman, who drew the interior Dr. Fate story. Or it could be Bernard Baily, who did several earlier issues. Inside the book, it's the origin and first appearance of speedster Johnny Quick. Just one copy of this issue has been graded higher than this one according to CGC's current census. And to top it all off, Gerber estimates this to be a "scarce" issue, with less than 50 copies estimated to exist! Overstreet 2004 VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,414; NM- 9.2 value = $7,300.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5372 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $5,520.00
Batman #11 (DC, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 White pages. This classic cover features Batman's arch-nemesis, the Joker, getting his comeuppance "in spades." The Joker and the Penguin both appear in this early issue. Overstreet credits Fred Ray and Jerry Robinson for the cover art, but CGC makes no mention of Robinson's contribution. Interior art in this issue includes work by Bob Kane, Jerry Robinson, and George Roussos. Trivia buffs should note that this is the Joker's third cover appearance. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $4,586.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5344 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,830.00
The Silver Surfer #1 (Marvel, 1968) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The Sentinel of the Spaceways finally arrived in his own book after making a splash in Fantastic Four #48-50. The more detailed origin of how Norrin Radd became Galactus' herald is told here, with art by John Buscema and Gene Colan. The entertaining Watcher back-up stories began with this issue. This issue is square bound, making the high grade something to appreciate, as such books are most commonly found in lower grades. Only one copy of this issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $675.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5494 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,600.00
The Amazing Spider-Man #5 (Marvel, 1963) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. The early Spidey's can't be beat, and this just about as nice a copy as you'll likely find. A mere 3% of all copies of the issue certified by CGC to date can claim a higher grade. The Fantastic Four show up, and Doctor Doom's appearance is his first outside the FF's own title. Steve Ditko cover and art - natch. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $2,900.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5468 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,255.00
Mad #2 Gaines File Pedigree (EC, 1952) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. A Jack Davis baseball cover absolutely crammed from edge to edge with faces gets this issue started. Inside, you'll find art by John Severin, Bill Elder, and Wally Wood to entertain you. This issue contains the first of two "Melvin of the Apes" stories. Although CGC has certified this as a William Gaines File copy, no certificate accompanies the book. We didn't lose it -- please don't give us the "evil eye"! Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,975.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5015 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $4,025.00
Tales of Suspense #39 (Marvel, 1963) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. One of the prime examples of and reasons for Marvel's incredible re-invention in the early 1960s was this issue that featured the origin and first appearance of Iron Man. And the issue is one of the more difficult keys to find in grades this high. To date just four copies have earned higher than NM- 9.2 from CGC. The Jack Kirby cover gives way to interior work by Steve Ditko, Don Heck, and Gene Colan. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $3,550; VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,775.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5495 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,910.00
The Human Torch #2 (#1) (Timely, 1940) CGC Apparent FN+ 6.5 Slight (P) Off-white pages. Timely at its mightiest, with the Human Torch and Sub-Mariner making their first comic book appearance in a title other than Marvel Comics/Marvel Mystery Comics. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover, cover cleaned." Overstreet 2004 GD 2.0 value = $2,750; VG 4.0 value = $5,500; FN 6.0 value = $8,250; VF 8.0 value = $20,800.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5434 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,680.00
God Nose #1 (Jack Jackson, 1964) Condition: VG/FN. Here it is, Underground Comix fans and collectors -- the "Holy Grail" of all UGs, and the very first book published in this notorious "adults only" category! It's a super-rare "Purple Cover" copy of the classic Jack Jackson (or "Jaxon", as he was called throughout his Underground career) comic that kicked off an entire generation of "anything goes" funnybooks across American college campuses. The momentum from this book gave birth to Robert Crumb's Zap Comix in 1968, and Crumb and all his Zap buddies owe a lot to this pioneering effort. Jerry Weist, in his 2000 Comic Art Price Guide, priced this book between $350 and $1,500; we feel this to be a very conservative value for such an important and scarce item. This copy has a few small stains and light discoloration on the cover, but it remains a tight, flat copy. No major collection of Undergrounds can be considered complete without one!
Auction 814 | Lot: 5565 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,565.00
The Amazing Spider-Man #14 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. Not only was the Green Goblin the foe (and Dafoe) in the first Spider-Man movie, he's also on tap as the villain for the next sequel. That's reason enough to make the character's first comic book appearance a desirable investment. Of course, this issue was always a key even before Spidey hit the big screen; though the Goblin appeared later than other major Spidey villains, the very personal nature of their enmity has always made the Goblin the number one villain of the series. Also of note here is the first meeting between the Hulk and Spider-Man. The cover and interior art are by Steve Ditko. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $3,300.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5470 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,450.00
Vault of Horror #16 Gaines File pedigree 4/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. In "The Grave Wager," a cocky fellow bets he could spend a night alone with a corpse! In "Escape!" a mobster wants to escape from jail in a coffin! What could possibly go wrong with either plan, heh heh... In addition to those two great stories, drawn by Jack Kamen and Al Feldstein respectively, the issue has a Johnny Craig cover and art by Craig and Graham Ingels. This is the highest grade that CGC has assigned for this issue to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $785.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5048 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,220.00
Flash Comics #90 (DC, 1947) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. It's not a pedigree book, but this stunning copy is easily the finest #90 that CGC has certified to date, and the only copy to grade higher than VF/NM 9.0 to date. Carmine Infantino and Joe Kubert provide interior art in their first of five decades of DC contributions. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,450.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5363 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,220.00
Memorabilia: Superman Newspaper Strips Bound Set (McClure Newspaper Syndicate, early 1940s) Condition: VG. These are the first 30 installments of the daily Superman newspaper strip! This set, which measures 14" long and 4" high, was sent out by the McClure Newspaper Syndicate, most likely to the newspapers in an effort to persuade them to carry the strip. The inside covers have promotional ads which newspapers could copy (inserting the name of the paper) and run as advertisements for the strip. The strips were not cut from newspapers, but rather photocopied onto slicker paper and bound together with the covers. The date "12/12/45" is written in pen on the cover. From the collection of Richard and Wendy Pini.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5545 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $3,220.00
Weird Science #13 Gaines File Pedigree (EC, 1952) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. A gorgeous Wally Wood cover highlights this exceptional issue, which has a flying saucer story -- Spa Fon! Inside is artwork by such EC greats as Al Feldstein, Joe Orlando and Wally Wood. An incredible copy from a celebrated collection, this could easily be the centerpiece of any EC collection. Although CGC recognizes this as a William Gaines File copy, no certificate is included. Only one other copy has received a higher grade from CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $460.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5057 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,760.00
The Flash #105 (DC, 1959) CGC VF- 7.5 Light tan to off-white pages. His successful tryout appearances in Showcase having launched the Silver Age, the Flash sped into the first issue of his own title here (the numbering picked up where the Golden Age Flash Comics left off). This key book is listed among the top ten most valuable Silver Age comics by Overstreet. The cover and interior art are by the Flash artist of the day, Carmine Infantino. The Flash's origin is retold here, and he faces the villainy of the Mirror Master, who makes his first appearance. Just five unrestored copies have been certified with higher grades by CGC as of this writing. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $3,797.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5410 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,760.00
Captain America Comics #2 (Timely, 1941) CGC VG+ 4.5 Off-white pages. Did Hitler have plans to extend the Third Reich to America's heartland? He did according to this Joe Simon cover, which has Captain America facing off with der Fuehrer for the second cover in a row. The cover also saw the debut of Cap's familiar round shield (he lugged a less aerodynamic model in his debut). The interior artists include Simon, Jack Kirby, and Reed Crandall. Overstreet lists this issue among the 100 most valuable Golden Age comic books. Overstreet 2004 VG 4.0 value = $2,376.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5430 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,760.00
Amazing Fantasy #15 (Marvel, 1962) CGC VG 4.0 Off-white to white pages. "Introducing Spider-Man" ... sounds interesting, eh? Worth a dime and two pennies? Luckily, enough people bought this comic in 1962 to make Marvel give Spider-Man his own title, and the rest is history. The unforgettable origin story is by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, and the issue is graced by a Jack Kirby cover. By the way, there are some nice horror backup features with Ditko art as well. This copy got knocked down to VG primarily because of edge chipping, but the cover colors and page quality are nicer than on a lot of other copies we've seen. Overstreet VG 4.0 value = $2,600.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5467 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,760.00
All Winners Comics V2#1 (Timely, 1948) CGC VF+ 8.5 White pages. The revival of this great title lasted for only one issue before becoming ... All Western Winners? Sorry cowboys, but if it's a choice between some range-ridin' buckaroos or the sexy Blonde Phantom, we'll go with the Phantom every time. As distracted as we are by the lady's lovely leg, we'll note that Timely stars Sub-Mariner, Human Torch, and Captain America also appear. The issue's artists include Bob Powell and Syd Shores. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $1,800; VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,700.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5427 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,645.00
Fantastic Four #50 (Marvel, 1966) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. This issue was part three of the epic that fans dubbed the "Galactus Trilogy." It featured the showdown between big G and his herald the Silver Surfer. On a less cosmic note, Johnny Storm starts college in the issue and meets Wyatt Wingfoot, who made his first appearance here. It's all the work of writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby. Only two copies of this issue have been certified with higher grades by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $600.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5487 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,587.50
Superboy #1 Canadian Edition (Simcoe Publishing, 1949) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. NAFTA was a long way away in 1949, but luckily for comic fans north of the border, the superb adventures of Superboy were available in a Canadian edition. The book has a Wayne Boring cover and John Sikela art. This is the highest-graded copy of the Canadian variant (and the only one graded above 7.0) that CGC has certified to date. DC's more common U.S. version has a 2004 Overstreet value of $8,157 in VF/NM 9.0 condition and a NM- 9.2 value of $11,000. This Canadian edition is not listed in Overstreet.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5378 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,530.00
Batman #23 (DC, 1944) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. It's Batman and Robin vs. the Joker -- in a game of chess! Or at least that's the theme of this classic Dick Sprang-drawn cover, featuring the Dynamic Duo and the Clown Prince of Crime as the chess pieces. Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger, and Don Cameron join Sprang on interior tales. Overstreet 2004 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,250; NM- 9.2 value = $3,000.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5345 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,301.15
The Amazing Spider-Man #8 (Marvel, 1964) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. This "Special Tribute to Teenagers Issue" has Peter Parker fighting Flash Thompson and debating whether he should pull his punches or Spidey-clock his opponent. The talents of Stan Lee and Steve Ditko are here in this early issue, of course, but a bonus in this issue is Jack Kirby assisting on a backup story featuring a Fantastic Four appearance. The cover colors scream on this sensational copy, which also sports uncommonly pristine page quality. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,750.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5469 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,070.00
The Incredible Hulk #1 (Marvel, 1962) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Cream to off-white pages. Jack Kirby's masterpiece is one of the most memorable covers of the early '60s Marvel titles that would revolutionize the comics industry. Besides the origin and first appearance of the grey-skinned Hulk, highlights include the first appearances of Rick Jones, Betty Ross, and General Ross. Values for this book just continue to increase faster than other major Silver Age issues. Overstreet 2004 VG 4.0 value = $1,334; FN 6.0 value = $2,000. From the collection of Richard and Wendy Pini.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5491 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,070.00
Tales of Suspense #39 (Marvel, 1963) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Cream to off-white pages. Even modest grades of this key are in big demand, and why not? The origin and first appearance of Iron Man, cover and interior layouts by Jack Kirby, other interior work by Steve Ditko and Gene Colan make this an essential for the serious Marvel Silver Age collector. Overstreet 2004 FN 6.0 value = $1,065; VF 8.0 value = $3,550. From the collection of Richard and Wendy Pini.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5496 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $2,070.00
Tales From the Crypt #31 Gaines File pedigree 9/12 (EC, 1952) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This issue features the first artwork Al Williamson did for EC (though another story was published first). The immensely talented Williamson quickly took his place among the company's regulars, and speaking of the EC staff, Bill Gaines and crew make an almost Mad-like appearance in a humorous tale drawn by Jack Kamen (and starring Kamen as the main character!). The issue also features the artwork of Jack Davis and Graham Ingels. Images from the issue were used in the book Parade of Pleasure. Only four copies of this issue have been certified with higher grades by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $625.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5034 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,840.00

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All Star Comics #43 (DC, 1948) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. Robot covers are always in demand, and here's one which will look familiar to Silver Age fans, as it was paid homage to years later on the cover of Brave and the Bold #29. But even if mechanical menaces aren't your thing, feast your eyes on the Justice Society's lineup, which shows once again how aptly named this title is. The roll call includes the Atom, Wonder Woman, Black Canary, Hawkman, Green Lantern, Dr. Mid-Nite, and the Flash. The cover is by Irwin Hasen; the interior artists include Bob Oksner. Only one copy of this issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,400.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5342 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,840.00
Wonder Comics #15 (Better Publications, 1947) CGC VF+ 8.5 White pages. Saving pretty women in bondage was nothing new for Wonderman, but this cover has one of the more bizarre settings we've seen. Masterful cover artist Alex Schomburg wielded the airbrush here. The interior artists include Bob Oksner. Only four copies of this issue have been certified with higher grades by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $425; VF/NM 9.0 value =$638.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5284 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,667.50
World War III #1 (Ace, 1953) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Don't panic, remain calm, and you 1950s gents on the cover can readjust your hat bands. There was no atomic war in 1953, but there should be a serious bidding war in 2004 for this book, which always changes hands for much more than the Guide price when a copy comes onto the market. The issue, which features Lou Cameron art, is termed "scarce" by both Gerber and Overstreet. This is the highest-graded copy of this issue that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $875.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5287 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,667.50
Tales From the Crypt #32 (EC, 1952) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Jack Davis drew this issue's horror cover (demonstrating in the process that leggy ladies were well within his repertoire). The interior art is by Davis, George Evans, Fred Peters, and Graham Ingels. Note that the Gaines File copies don't have a monopoly on top-grade ECs -- this is one of only three 9.6 copies (the highest overall grade yet assigned) that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $540.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5035 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,610.00
All Winners Comics #5 (Timely, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. Timely's Big Three of Captain America, Sub-Mariner, and the Human Torch do what they do best on Al Avison's cover (while Bucky and Toro hope for a miracle as usual). Inside the comic, the aforementioned three stars each appear in separate stories, which are supplemented by yarns starring the Whizzer and the Destroyer. A pre-Mike Hammer Mickey Spillane chipped in with a text feature. Only two copies of this issue have been certified with higher grades by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $1,375.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5426 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,610.00
Fantastic Four #48 (Marvel, 1966) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Other than the original Marvel keys in the early 1960s, this Fantastic Four issue is one of the biggies, with the first appearances of the Silver Surfer and Galactus, and the beginning of a storyline that appeared on and off in this title until the Surfer got his own title two years later. The Watcher strikes a classic Jack Kirby pose on the cover, and the peerless combination of Kirby and Joe Sinnott rendered the interior art. The grade of this beauty places it in elite company in CGC's census, where less than 5% of the hundreds of copies of #48 submitted for certification have received a higher grade. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $1,350.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5484 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,552.50
Action Comics #17 (DC, 1939) CGC FN 6.0 Cream to off-white pages. This issue's war cover was only the fifth cover appearance overall for Superman! The cover is by the character's co-creator Joe Shuster, who along with writer Jerry Siegel produced this issue's Superman story. The issue's other artists include Bob Kane, Bernard Baily, George Papp, and Fred Guardineer. Only two copies in CGC's census have been graded higher than this one, with the highest not far ahead at 7.0. Overstreet 2004 FN 6.0 value = $1,449.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5333 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,495.00
House of Secrets #92 (DC, 1971) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. The most valuable DC comic of the Bronze Age is this one right here, the first appearance of Swamp Thing. This origin story set down the facts a bit differently than some might remember: for one thing, Swamp Thing was Alex Olsen, not Alec Holland. He was also a hit, leading to the character getting his own book in short order. Len Wein wrote the story, and fan favorite Bernie Wrightson drew it as well as the cover. By the way, host character Abel also introduces a couple of other yarns in the book, with art by Alan Weiss and Dick Dillin. Only six copies of this issue have been certified with a higher grade by CGC as of this writing. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $800.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5418 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,495.00
Crime Reporter #2 (St. John, 1948) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. The name Matt Baker stands for gorgeous female characters more often than not, and the leggy ingenue on this issue's cover is no exception. Interior art was provided by George Tuska, while tut-tutting was provided by Seduction of the Innocent author Dr. Fredric Wertham, who maligned a panel from this issue in his book. Reading well is the best revenge! Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $875.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5170 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,380.00
Two-Fisted Tales #21 Gaines File Pedigree (EC, 1951) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. A dynamic Harvey Kurtzman cover kicks off this issue in style -- inside, there's art by Wally Wood, Jack Davis, and John Severin, too. It's all wrapped up in a gorgeous copy that would be hard to top. In fact, CGC recognizes only two higher-graded copies to date. Although CGC lists this as a William Gaines File copy, no certificate accompanies this lot. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $455.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5045 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,322.50
Planet Comics #29 Toledo pedigree (Fiction House, 1944) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. Fiction House artist Joe Doolin came through with another great cover here. The issue's interior artists include Graham Ingels, Lee Elias, and Lily Renee. Only two copies of this issue have been certified with higher grades by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 VF/NM 9.0 value = $957; NM- 9.2 value = $1,275.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5233 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,265.00
All Winners Comics #2 (Timely, 1941) CGC Apparent VF 8.0 Slight (P) Cream to off-white pages. Top heroes Human Torch, Captain America, and Sub-Mariner salute newcomers the Destroyer (from the pages of Mystic Comics) and the Whizzer (from USA Comics) on Jack Binder's cover. The impressive lineup of interior artists is headlined by Simon and Kirby (drawing their creation Captain America), Paul Reinman, and Carl Burgos, as well as Binder, whose Destroyer story has appearances by Hitler and fellow nefarious Nazi Rudolf Hess. Even the back cover is interesting, it's a full-page ad for Young Allies #1. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover, glue on spine of cover." Overstreet 2004 GD 2.0 value = $483; VG 4.0 value = $966; FN 6.0 value = $1,449; VF 8.0 value = $3,381.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5425 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,265.00
The Amazing Spider-Man #14 (Marvel, 1964) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. One of the hottest issues of the illustrious run is this one, owing to two key firsts: the first appearance of the Green Goblin, and the first meeting of Spidey and the Hulk. Popular at any grade, there's much demand for VF 8.0 copies and better. Steve Ditko cover and art. Overstreet 2004 VF 8.0 value = $1,320. From the collection of Richard and Wendy Pini.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5471 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,265.00
X-Men #1 (Marvel, 1963) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Cream to off-white pages. One of the few among the ground-breaking titles that Marvel launched in the early days of the Marvel Age that didn't get a trial run for its superheroes in one of the established titles carried over from the '50s. What an issue! The origin and first appearance of the X-Men, the first appearances of Cyclops, Marvel Girl, the Beast, Angel, Professor X, and Magneto, all brought to us by Jack Kirby at his best. Overstreet 2004 VG 4.0 value = $1,268; FN 6.0 value = $1,902. From the collection of Richard and Wendy Pini.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5499 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,265.00
Space Adventures #1 White Mountain pedigree (Charlton, 1952) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. The premiere issue of this title received Gerber's "uncommon" designation. The book features a cover by Al Fago and Lou Morales and interior art by Morales and Albert Tyler. This is the highest-graded copy, and the only one graded above VF+, that CGC has certified as of this writing. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $620.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5249 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,151.15
Speed Comics #41 Mile High pedigree (Harvey, 1946) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. High-tech meets low-tech on Rudy Palais' cover, as Captain Freedom and friends combine jet-packs with slingshots! Shock Gibson is among the heroes starring in backup features. This beauty from the Edgar Church collection is the highest-graded copy of this issue that CGC has certified as of this writing, and the only one graded above FN/VF. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $525.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5250 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,121.25
Thrilling Comics #67 (Better Publications, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. A beautiful "good girl" cover by Alex Schomburg would be all we'd have the right to expect from a comic. But there's also Frank Frazetta art inside the book! And the third thing that has us raving is the amazing condition of this copy. The beautiful colors and white pages give it that pedigree-type look. Only one copy of this issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Overstreet 2004 NM- 9.2 value = $550.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5264 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,092.50
Marvel Mystery Comics #13 (Timely, 1940) CGC VG+ 4.5 Off-white pages. This early issue of the classic title features the first appearance of the Vision. But it should also be noted that in this issue the Sub-Mariner gets a new costume for issues #13-15. Alex Schomburg brings us another dynamic cover. Impressive, too, is the roster of interior artists, which includes Joe Simon, Jack Kirby, Bill Everett, Carl Burgos, and Bob Oksner. Overstreet 2004 VG 4.0 value = $966.
Auction 814 | Lot: 5442 | Nov 8, 2004

Sold For: $1,092.50

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