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More Fun Comics #54 Larson pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. The earlier issues of this title were cool enough, but beginning with his cameo appearance in #51, the Spectre made More Fun Comics something special, and led the way to the intros of other classic Golden Age superhero characters in subsequent issues. Bernard Baily's cover is an Overstreet "classic", and the issue itself is rated "scarce" by The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books. Add the ingredients of a renowned pedigree, and the highest-graded copy to date as certified by CGC, and this becomes one of the premier offerings of the sale! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $19,000. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1127 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $43,125.00
More Fun Comics #58 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. You can see from the grade and our scan how nice-looking this comic is, so let us take this opportunity to stress how early it is -- the fact that it has an ad for Batman #1 and All-Star Comics #1 speaks volumes here. This NM copy is a great showcase for the Bernard Baily cover -- when the Spectre isn't even the most ominous-looking guy in the picture, that's pretty spooky indeed. Baily and writer Jerry Siegel teamed up for the Spectre story. Also in this issue are some of the earliest appearances of Dr. Fate and Congo Bill. This is not only the highest-graded copy that CGC has certified to date, it's the only one graded above 9.0. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,300. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1131 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $28,750.00

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More Fun Comics #62 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. The Spectre was a nearly omnipotent superhero, and Bernard Baily's cover for this issue showcases the character's overwhelming power. The other heroes in this issue are not too shabby in their own right; among them are Dr. Fate and Congo Bill. Even the Spectre with all his power wouldn't be able to find a better copy of the issue than this one -- ours is not just the highest-graded copy CGC has certified to date, it's the only one graded above 9.0. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,100. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1135 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $28,750.00
More Fun Comics #53 (DC, 1940) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. This issue, the second appearance of the Spectre, is currently #23 in Overstreet's ranking of the most valuable comic books, and the high ranking has to do with the hero's presence as well as the scarcity of the book -- it's a Gerber "8." The Spectre appears in costume on the bondage cover and again at the end of the story, both of which were drawn by Bernard Baily. This book features the start of the Captain Desmo feature (the pilot's previous aerial heroics had been in the pages of Adventure Comics) and a host of other stories as well. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $18,400. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 8.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1126 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $23,575.00
More Fun Comics #101 (DC, 1945) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. The first appearance of Superboy makes this a DC key by any measure! Especially because most of the story revealed new details of Superboy's origin (and therefore Superman's as well). Making his final appearance in this title was the Spectre, after being the star of the book for nearly 50 issues. He's drawn by Bernard Baily as ever. Green Arrow, Johnny Quick (with Mort Meskin art), and Aquaman also appear. It's interesting to note that Superboy didn't get a cover mention, while the comic relief duo Dover and Clover are billed on the cover but don't appear inside! That leads us to speculate that the Superboy feature was a last-minute addition here, most likely originally planned for another title. One mystery about this key issue is who drew the all-important Superboy story, which has never been conclusively attributed. The cover, featuring Green Arrow, is by Cliff Young. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $9,437; NM- value = $13,000. CGC census 4/05: 2 in 9.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1163 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $12,650.00
Superboy #1 (DC, 1949) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. Here's the issue that started off a thirty-year run for this title, a run that endured even through those difficult pre-Silver Age days when superheroes were largely out of fashion. Maybe DC's formula for the book had something to do with it -- in the early days of this title, there were no super-powered villains (young Lex Luthor, etc.) and Superboy wasn't whisked off to the future to join the Legion of Super-Heroes every three hours. Instead, less flashy (but well-written) tales were the order of the day, usually with a subtle moral for young readers. The Boy of Steel's debut issue features a Wayne Boring cover and John Sikela art. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $8,709; NM- 9.2 value = $12,000. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher.From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1203 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $12,075.00

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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
New Fun Comics #1 (DC, 1935) Condition: GD. One of the most historically important comic books ever published, New Fun #1 is the genesis of DC. Major Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson, DC's creator, hit upon the novel idea of filling his first book with all new material, as opposed to the strip reprints other publishers were using for their comics. This idea would take years to catch on with everyone else, resulting in a pool of talent, including Bob Kane, Jerry Siegel, and Joe Shuster, drifting toward DC's doors. The concept paid off in spades. An incredibly interesting book by itself, New Fun #1 is oversized, measuring 10" x 15", and is very rare. Almost all copies are either restored, or beat up with low page quality. This particular one is something to behold, exhibiting no restoration, and off-white to white pages. The spine is cleanly split, but the cover has no missing pieces, and exhibits average wear usually found on VG to FN copies. A three-inch tear extending from the middle spine on the back cover, and a small stain on the back and front, are the only other defects worth noting. The interior is in remarkable shape, with little wear and superb page quality. Despite the defects, it's safe to say this book ranks among the best existing unrestored copies. Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $6,650. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1199 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $10,350.00
New Comics #1 (DC, 1935) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. Here's a piece of DC history -- the first issue of only the second series DC ever published, appearing more than a year earlier than Detective Comics #1! This title ran 11 issues before turning into New Adventure Comics. Thereafter it became Adventure Comics, and this series that began in the Platinum Age made it all the way to the Modern Age, with a lifespan of 48 years and 503 issues. This key first issue is ranked among the 100 most valuable comic books by Overstreet. You may be surprised to learn that the book has Walt Kelly art, DC not being a publisher he's usually associated with. There's also art by Sheldon Mayer and Whitney Ellsworth. The cover is by Vin Sullivan. Overstreet doesn't list values for grades above VF for the book, and according to CGC's census, only one copy of the issue has been graded higher than our offering. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $8,700; VF 8.0 value = $20,000. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 7.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1192 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $9,487.50
More Fun Comics #52 (DC, 1940) CGC GD/VG 3.0 Cream to off-white pages. This issue, the origin and first appearance of the Spectre, is on Overstreet's list of the ten most valuable comic books, and it was quite a special day when we laid eyes on this unrestored copy. The eerie superhero had a bluish-gray cape in his very first appearance; he would have a green cowl in the next issue and forever after. The character, writer Jerry Siegel's follow-up to Superman, has been an enduring figure throughout the history of DC, with every generation of comic fans getting to know him, both as a member of the Justice Society and as star of his own title several times in decades to come. The book's cover and interior art are by the artist most associated with the character, Bernard Baily. Gerber's Photo-Journal gives this comic a scarcity rating of "8," and CGC's census bears out everything we've heard about the scarcity of the book. Only two unrestored copies have been certified with higher grades by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $5,350; VG 4.0 value = $10,700. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 3.0, 2 higher.From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1125 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $9,200.00
More Fun Comics #60 (DC, 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. The Spectre has never looked more fearsome than on this Bernard Baily cover... come to think of it, he's never looked better than on this 9.2 copy! The Spectre's adventure inside the book was also drawn by Baily. Another future Justice Society hero, Dr. Fate, gets a story too, with art by Howard Sherman. If jungle types are more your cup of tea, note that there's a Congo Bill feature as well. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,300. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1133 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $8,337.50
More Fun Comics #63 (DC, 1941) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. The awesome power of the Spectre is on display on this cover by Bernard Baily. And there's more Spectre inside the book, by Baily once again. This issue marked the final outing for Navy Lieutenant Bob Neal, who had been a regular feature in the title, but there are plenty of other great characters here as well, like Congo Bill, the Radio Squad (drawn by Fred Ray), and of course Doctor Fate. This is the only graded above 9.0, and the highest-graded copy overall, that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,100. CGC census 2/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1136 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $8,337.50
New Fun Comics #6 (DC, 1935) Condition: VG. This final issue of New Fun contains the first installment of Siegel and Shuster's Dr. Occult, a strip that would eventually introduce the famous Superman prototype in More Fun #14. Considered by many collectors to be as rare as the elusive New Fun #2, this issue has little wrong with it from a structural standpoint; the cover is tight on all three staples, the spine has some fraying, and there are four small tears on the margins of the front and back. The book has some rippling through the middle, due to humidity exposure. This one ranks among the best existing unrestored copies of #6 around. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $6,300. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1200 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $8,050.00
New Comics #4 (DC, 1936) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. We were wowed by the sight of a Platinum Age book in CGC 9.2 condition! It certainly beats the pants off of the second highest-graded copy in CGC's census, which checks in at 5.5. Overstreet was so pessimistic about the possibility of a high-grade copy that the Guide doesn't list a value above VF. As for the book itself (a Gerber "7" by the way), it offered 84 pages of entertainment for a dime, with a mix of adventure yarns and gag features. The cover is by Vincent Sullivan; highlights include a Federal Men story by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster (who would go on to create Superman), several features drawn by Sheldon Mayer, and a partial adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $5,000 (highest value listed by Overstreet). CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1193 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $7,762.50
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
More Fun Comics #41 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. An early Golden Age issue is always nice, and the Mile High copy doubly so. The many characters starring in the book include Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's Radio Squad (cops who communicate through the miracle of radio), Bernard Baily's Buccaneer, naval lieutenant Bob Neal, French Foreign Legion ace Wing Brady, a gag feature by Bob Kane, and the last installment of the Masked Ranger feature. Also of note is one of the only basketball-themed Golden Age covers we can ever remember seeing (looks like Monte Towe versus Shawn Bradley!). This is the only unrestored copy of this issue that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,000. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1118 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $6,037.50
More Fun Comics #66 Larson pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. The Spectre is one powerful fellow, as a couple of lawbreakers discover on Bernard Baily's cover. Inside the comic, the Spectre is joined by Doctor Fate, Congo Bill, and many others. This copy is from one of the most famous of all pedigree collections, the one assembled by Lamont Larson. As usual, the Larson copy is among the very best available; the only one graded higher to date is just one notch higher at 9.0. CGC notes, "Very minor amount of glue on cover. From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,908; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,004. CGC census 4/05: 2 in 8.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1139 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $5,175.00
Mad #1 (EC, 1952) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. It's hard to believe that there was a world without Mad at one time, but indeed, from the dawn of time through late 1952, mankind was deprived of it. But starting with this very issue, the combination of Harvey Kurtzman's sense of humor with the artistic talents of Wally Wood, Jack Davis, and Bill Elder made comic history. Only a handful of copies have been graded higher than this one in CGC's current census. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,083; NM- 9.2 value = $6,700. CGC census 3/05: 5 in 9.0, 6 higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1225 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $5,175.00

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Vault of Horror #27 Gaines File pedigree (EC, 1952) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. The slimy beast enveloping some poor soul on this cover predates the popular 1958 movie "The Blob," starring a young Steve McQueen. Nothing "slimy" about this copy, though -- it's as pristine as you'll ever find! The usual great art can be found inside, by Johnny Craig, Jack Davis, George Evans, and Graham Ingels. While CGC has certified this book as a Gaines File Copy, no certificate accompanies this lot. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $430. CGC census 3/05: 2 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1261 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $4,887.50
Savage Tales #1 (Marvel, 1971) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. While much has been written about the near-simultaneous debuts of Marvel's Man-Thing and DC's Swamp Thing, it should be noted that Man-Thing was the first to appear, and his origin and first appearance is in this very magazine. This black-and-white "adult" issue, which was not subject to the Comics Code, also has the first Conan story to appear outside of the main Conan the Barbarian title (with art by Barry Smith). The remaining artists are heavy-hitters one and all, with John Buscema (the cover and a Ka-Zar story), Gray Morrow, Gene Colan, and John Romita Sr. all contributing. This is the only 9.8, and the highest-graded copy overall, that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $225. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher. From the collection of Chris Bell.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1464 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $4,887.50
Famous Monsters of Filmland #1 (Warren, 1958) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. This copy is tied for the highest grade CGC has certified for this key monster mag, which Jerry Weist's Comic Art Price Guide notes is "extremely scarce in conditions above a strict Very Fine." When this first Warren monster magazine hit newsstands, it not only started the monster-mag genre, it was the first taste of success for Warren (their only previous publication was a short-lived Playboy knockoff called After Hours). The combination of monster-flick photos and Forrest Ackerman's text found favor with fans, and the series was off to a run that lasted 35 years. Also of note is a two-page Frankenstein parody by Bill Elder and Harvey Kurtzman. By the way, the masked fellow on the cover is publisher Jim Warren himself! Weist's book, published in 2000, lists values of $550 in Fine and $1,500 in Near Mint condition for this premiere issue; in the meantime, top-grade copies have been exchanging hands for multiples of that amount. CGC census 1/05: 3 in 9.0, none higher. From the collection of Chris Bell.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1415 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $4,715.00

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More Fun Comics #14 (DC, 1936) CGC FN 6.0 Light tan to off-white pages. This perhaps the best existing copy of a very significant comic, the first appearance of a Superman prototype by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. The character in question, known as Dr. Occult, had in fact appeared in previous issues of the series, but this issue saw him get super strength, the power of flight, a blue costume, and a red cape! Reportedly, Siegel and Shuster had already conceived the idea for Superman and were giving their concept a tryout of sorts. This October 1936 issue preceded Action Comics #1 by over a year and a half. The issue is a Gerber "7," and high-grade copies probably do not exist -- Overstreet doesn't list values for grades above VF, and this copy is the highest-graded one that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $5,550. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 6.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1101 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $4,600.00
New Comics #5 (DC, 1936) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Overstreet notes "issue rarely occurs in Mint", and CGC agrees - this is the highest-graded copy to be certified to date. Gerber rates the issue "scarce". DC legend Whitney Ellsworth did the cover, and the even more legendary Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster teamed up for an interior story. Gerber rates the issue "scarce". CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $5,000. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1194 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $4,312.50
Weird Science-Fantasy #29 (EC, 1955) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Russ Cochran called this issue's Frank Frazetta cover "the most outstanding cover ever put on a comic book." Have a good look at our cover scan and see if you don't agree! The interior artists are top-of-the-line as well: Al Williamson, Wally Wood, Reed Crandall, and Joe Orlando. This was the last issue of this title before the name change to Incredible Science Fiction. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,000. CGC census 3/05: 2 in 9.4, 2 higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1268 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $4,140.00
More Fun Comics #64 Larson pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. The Spectre was for all intents and purposes omnipotent, as Bernard Baily's cover reminds us! In addition to the Spectre feature, this issue gives us a number of other heroes including Congo Bill and the Spectre's JSA colleague Doctor Fate. Artists include Baily and Fred Ray. This copy is from the famous pedigree collection of Lamont Larson. CGC notes, "Mis-cut." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,908. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1137 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,823.75
New Comics #6 (DC, 1936) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. This Gerber "rare" issue is a real find in this condition. Overstreet doesn't even list a higher grade value than 8.0. Whitney Ellsworth's cover art was a staple of the Platinum Age DCs, and the co-creators of Superman, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, cut their teeth here well before Action Comics #1. CGC notes, "From the Collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $5,000. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 8.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1195 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,737.50
More Fun Comics #57 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. Putting together a complete run of More Fun would be a tall order to say the least, but we're doing our best to help you with a wide selection of these hard-to-find books.This one's a Gerber "7." It contains very early appearances of the Spectre, Dr. Fate, and Congo Bill, who had first appeared shortly before, in #52, 55, and 56 respectively. The cover and the Spectre feature were drawn by Bernard Baily. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2,379. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 7.5, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1130 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,680.00
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
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
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
Crime SuspenStories #4 Gaines File pedigree 8/11 (EC, 1951) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. Who wouldn't be creeped out by Johnny Craig's cover, or any other cover featuring two-headed, pickled freaks? Craig also provides interior art for the issue, with a story that puts a whole new twist on the mystery tradition known as the locked-room murder. There's also art by Jack Kamen, Jack Davis, and Graham Ingels. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $575. CGC census 2/05: 4 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1212 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,220.00
More Fun Comics #68 Larson pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. Doctor Fate makes a house call to a mad scientist's lab here -- his diagnosis is acute evilness, and his prescription is a hunk of machinery, thrown right at the bad guy's head. Our kind of superhero! The cover and the Doctor's story were drawn by Howard Sherman. The title's other star, the Spectre, also appears, drawn by his regular artist Bernard Baily. Also, adventurer Clip Carson moved over from Action Comics to take up residence in this title; his story was drawn by George Papp. This issue is from the famed pedigree collection of Lamont Larson. CGC notes, "Very minor amount of color touch on cover." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,538. CGC census 1/05: 2 in 8.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1141 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $3,000.35
More Fun Comics #67 (DC, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Cream to off-white pages. This comic, a Gerber "7," features the first telling of the origin of the mysterious Dr. Fate. The other star of the book, the Spectre, is featured both on this Bernard Baily cover and inside the book. Two backup features had their final installments in this issue: Biff Bronson and Congo Bill -- of course, it was hardly the last hurrah for Congo Bill, who would continue on in the DC Universe in years to come. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $2,031; VF 8.0 value = $4,739. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 7.0, 2 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1140 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,990.00
More Fun Comics #74 (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. Here are the second appearances of two pretty famous superheroes, namely Aquaman and Green Arrow. Other highlights are Dr. Fate (drawn on the cover and inside the comic by Howard Sherman), the Spectre (drawn by Bernard Baily), and the fleet-footed Johnny Quick. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,850; NM- 9.2 value = $3,850. CGC census 4/05: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1146 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,990.00
Creepy #1 Pacific Coast pedigree (Warren, 1964) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Warren Publishing's concept for its first full-length horror comic magazine was to fill its pages with the work of the best artists available. And hardly anyone would dispute that the goal was accomplished -- not only does the issue have what is believed to be the last comic book story Frank Frazetta ever produced, it has the work of Joe Orlando, Al Williamson, Reed Crandall, Angelo Torres, and Gray Morrow. Reportedly, Jack Davis was chosen to illustrate the first issue's cover to "soften the blow" a bit with a lighthearted image -- soon thereafter, more horrific covers ruled the day. This debut issue is also the first appearance of host character Uncle Creepy. This pedigree copy is the only 9.6, and the highest-graded copy overall, that CGC has certified for this issue to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $160. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher. From the collection of Chris Bell.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1324 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,990.00
New Comics #8 (DC, 1936) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. CGC has certified just one copy of this Gerber "scarce" issue to date with a grade above 5.5, and here it is! Whitney Ellsworth cover, with a Jerry Siegel story and Joe Shuster art. CGC notes, "From the Collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $3,400. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 8.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1196 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,875.00
More Fun Comics #12 Lost Valley pedigree (DC, 1936) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. Vincent Sullivan, Joe Shuster, Leo O'Mealia, and Creig Flessel are among the artists in this issue, which also features a Dr. Occult story. Just two unrestored copies have been certified by CGC to date, and this one is easily the nicest. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1,290; VF 8.0 value = $3,100. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1099 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,760.00
More Fun Comics #69 (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. Howard Sherman drew both this issue's cover featuring Doctor Fate and the story starring the same hero. That other Justice Society stalwart, the Spectre, also appears, drawn by his regular artist Bernard Baily. This superb VF/NM copy has that pedigree-type look about it. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,369; NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1142 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,760.00
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
More Fun Comics #13 Lost Valley pedigree (DC, 1936) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. This is an early issue of DC's first-ever series, which began as New Fun Comics. Among the features in these pages is Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's character Dr. Occult (who hadn't taken on his "superhero" look yet). There's also art by Creig Flessel, Leo O'Mealia, and Vincent Sullivan, plus a biography of Fred Astaire, complete with photo. The cover is by Sullivan. This issue isn't often seen in any condition (it's a Gerber "7"), and Overstreet doesn't list values for grades above VF. Our offering is the highest-graded copy in CGC's census; the distant runner up is a distinctly no-fun GD/VG. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1,185; VF 8.0 value = $2,850. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1100 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,645.00
More Fun Comics #56 (DC, 1940) CGC FN 6.0 White pages. This hard-to-find issue (a Gerber "8") is one of the most valuable books of More Fun Comics' run. It features the first cover appearance (and second appearance overall) of Dr. Fate, the Golden Age hero who soon joined the Justice Society. The Howard Sherman cover received Overstreet's "classic" designation. Dr. Fate's origin story concludes in this issue. Another first here is the debut of jungle adventurer Congo Bill, a cult favorite who popped up in many a DC title in ensuing years (and we can't resist mentioning that he later became Congorilla). The book's interior artists include Bernard Baily. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1,839. CGC census 2/05: 1 in 6.0, 3 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1129 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,645.00
Mystery in Space #1 (DC, 1951) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. DC's second science fiction title debuted in 1951 with an impressive lineup of contributing artists, most of which would contribute to the long-running title for another decade. Carmine Infantino might be remembered more for his work on Flash and on the Adam Strange feature in this title years later, but his cover here ranks with his best efforts. Infantino gets sterling support from Frank Frazetta, Alex Toth, Virgil Finlay, and Howard Purcell on interior art. Our offering comes close to the highest-graded copy (at 9.0) that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2,004; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,402. CGC census 3/05: 5 in 8.5, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1165 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,530.00
Eerie #80 (Warren, 1977) CGC MT 9.9 Off-white pages. This lot may well be the highlight of the sensational run of Warren magazines we're offering in this auction. These mags are hard to find in high grade, period, so even a NM- copy is a nice treat, with a 9.6 or 9.8 usually the very best available, and a 9.9 all but unheard-of... except for this one. Among the features of #80 is the origin of Darklon the Mystic. It's got a Ken Kelly cover; the interior artists include Jim Starlin and Carmine Infantino. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $26. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.9, none higher. From the collection of Chris Bell.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1397 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,530.00
Vampirella #6 (Warren, 1970) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. Not only is this the only 9.8 copy of #6 yet certified by CGC, as of this writing it's the only 9.8 certified of any of the first seven issues of the title! The mag has a fantastic "good girl" horror cover by Ken Kelly, plus interior art by Jerry Grandenetti, Jack Sparling, Mike Royer, and Dan Adkins. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $150. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher. From the collection of Chris Bell.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1485 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,357.50
New Comics #9 (DC, 1936) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Another opportunity for one of the earliest comic books from DC (or anyone else! It's a Gerber "scarce" issue, and our copy is the nicest copy CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $3,400. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.5, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1197 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,300.00
More Fun Comics #11 (DC, 1936) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Cream to off-white pages. Issue rated "rare" by Gerber, and CGC has certified a higher grade (7.5) for just one copy to date. Vincent Sullivan is the cover artist, and also contributed interior art along with Joe Shuster, Leo O'Mealia, and Creig Flessel. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1,635; VF 8.0 value = $3,900. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 7.0, 1 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1098 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,185.00
More Fun Comics #15 Lost Valley pedigree (DC, 1936) CGC VG/FN 5.0 Cream to off-white pages. This was the second installment of the three-issue "Superman tryout", with investigator Dr. Occult wielding superpowers and clad in red and blue (and of course, written and drawn by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster). And this one's the scarcest of the three according to Ernie Gerber, who gave this issue his "8" rating. Siegel and Shuster also contributed the Calling All Cars feature, which would appear in this series for many years under the name Radio Squad. And how about the Vin Sullivan cover, which posited a field goal-kicking mule 40 years before the movie "Gus" immortalized the idea! Not only is this the highest-graded copy of the issue that CGC has certified to date, it's one of only two that have been slabbed thus far, the other being a sorry FR/GD 1.5 copy. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $1,490; FN 6.0 value = $2,235. CGC census 1/05: 1 in 5.0, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1102 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,185.00
More Fun Comics #7 (DC, 1936) Condition: VG+. With this issue, More Fun was born, having changed over from New Fun due to the addition of New Comics to the burgeoning DC line. Reduced in size, this issue (and the next) would appear as magazine size, and display paper covers. The spine of this unrestored copy exhibits light scuffing, with a small 3/4" split at the top and bottom, and is still tight on all three staples. The margins contain a handful of small tears, but no chips or creases are evident. The interior pages are off-white and very supple. Considering the rarity and age of this book, it's a miracle it has survived so long in nice shape. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $1,560. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 816 | Lot: 1097 | May 20, 2005

Sold For: $2,070.00

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