Heritage Auctions Search

Skip to main content

Go to accessibility options

More Fun Comics #53 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Cream to off-white pages. Nearly five years after DC's first comic book title, originally called New Fun Comics, was launched, its most enduring character, the Spectre, was brought to life. This is a breathtaking copy of one of the greatest Golden Age comic books of all, featuring Part II of the origin of the Spectre. Bernard Baily's cover is etched into most serious collectors' minds, but until you see this pedigree copy, you probably had no idea this rare issue could look so fresh. The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books rates it an "8" ("scarce"), and CGC has certified only four copies to date; one GD- 1.8, one VF 8.0, and, remarkably, two at this impressive grade. Baily and Bob Kane art are featured in the interior. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $46,000. CGC census 6/05: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4455 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$105,800 or more
Sensation Comics #1 (DC, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This isn't just the nicest copy yet certified of this key comic, it holds that status by a wide margin, with only a lone 9.0 copy even close. The issue is listed among the 30 most valuable comics by Overstreet, and well it should be, as it's got the second appearance of the number one superheroine in comics, Wonder Woman. This book came out just one month after the character was first seen in All Star Comics #8, and this can be said to be Part Two of Wonder Woman's origin, as it shows her arriving in America for the first time and also introduces her "Diana Prince" secret identity. The tale is also recognizable as the storyline that was used for the first episode of the TV show starring Lynda Carter. Wonder Woman takes the injured Steve Trevor to a hospital, and we even meet the real Diana Prince, who sells Wonder Woman her identity before leaving for South America. The tale is from the mind of Wonder Woman's creator William Moulton Marston, who signed his name "Charles Moulton." Marston was a psychologist by profession, not a comic book writer, and his totally original approach made for entertaining stories that were unlike anything else in comics. The same could be said for the unique style of artist H. G. Peter. While Wonder Woman was the undisputed star of the issue, a couple of other DC heroes of note made their debuts. Take Mr. Terrific, who's smarter than Einstein, and athletic and wealthy to boot, and thus takes on the challenge of fighting crime. Then there's Wildcat, a champion boxer who decides to use his fists to fight crime as a costumed hero (both Mr. Terrific and Wildcat have had stints with the Justice Society over the years). Also debuting was one of the title's longest-running features, Little Boy Blue and the Blue Boys, three kid pals who don costumes. There's also the Black Pirate feature by Sheldon Moldoff, which Moldoff reportedly called his personal favorite of the features he drew. The famous
Auction 817 | Lot: 4495 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
All Star Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Having spotted the presence of a 9.6 copy of this issue on CGC's census report, we had speculated "wouldn't that be nice to have." Well, we didn't know the half of it, as this copy has exceeded all of our expectations. It's a dazzler, and we could sit here for a long time just soaking in the view. Colors, spine, edges, page quality... there's no finding fault with this one! Putting together a run of All-Star today would be quite a challenge, but it's one that many aspire to, and to put it mildly, acquiring this copy would be a great way to get things started. The concept of the series was to put together an anthology featuring top heroes from DC Comics as well as All-American Comics (which was essentially a separate branch of DC). So to run down the lineup of characters and artists, there's the Flash (E. E. Hibbard), Hawkman (Sheldon Moldoff), Hourman (Bernard Baily), and the Spectre (also drawn by Baily), as well as Sandman, Biff Bronson, Red White and Blue, and Gary Concord, Ultra-Man. The first five mentioned above would go on to be founding members of the Justice Society of America just two issues later. There's no DC collection that wouldn't be improved with the addition of this sterling specimen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $19,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4250 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$109,250 or more
Batman #1 (DC, 1940) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white pages. Overstreet currently ranks just five other comic books higher on its list of the Top Golden Age Books. Not long after Batman was introduced in Detective Comics in 1939, it was apparent that one comic book title was not enough to showcase the adventures of the superhero and his Boy Wonder sidekick, Robin. Like his pal Superman, Batman would star in dozens of titles over the next 65 years, maintaining his tremendous popularity to this very day. Co-creator Bob Kane fashioned the cover and did the interior art for this premiere issue, which featured the origin of Batman and the first appearances of the Joker and the Cat (later Catwoman). One of the crown jewels of our auction! Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $50,000. CGC census 5/05: 2 in 7.5, 5 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4279 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Adventure Comics #42 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. The original Golden Age Sandman, complete with mask, green hat, purple cape, and gas gun, makes his second cover appearance with this issue. This Creig Flessel illustration is fantastic -- very moody and atmospheric. Even more fantastic is this pedigreed copy, originally part of the legendary Edgar Church collection, and the highest graded copy (by a long shot; the next best comes in at a paltry 7.0) currently listed by CGC. Finding a copy of this 1939 gem can be a real chore that may take many years; finding one as nice as this is nearly impossible! Aren't you glad you're a Heritage customer? This one's yours -- for the right bid! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $10,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4195 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
All-Flash #1 (DC, 1941) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Sensational copy of one of the most valuable comic books of the Golden Age of Comics (#44 in Overstreet's Top 100 ranking). No higher grade has been certified by CGC for this key issue to date. The Fastest Man Alive had appeared in Flash Comics for over a year, but had to share the limelight with other superheroes and features. With this issue, DC began a new title devoted entirely to the exploits of the Flash. The issue featured a retelling of the speedster's origin. E. E. Hibbard's cover and story art defined the look of the Golden Age Flash. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $24,000. CGC census 5/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4242 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Action Comics #25 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. If you collect Golden Age, you'll never find a nicer specimen of a comic from that era than this one right here. We can say flat-out that this is the nicest early Action issue you'd ever find, and whatever might have prevented this one from being a 9.8 isn't apparent to us. We'd be raving about the knockout colors and edges of this book even if it were from some obscure title with a third-tier hero, but this is Action Comics and an American icon, Superman! We see high-grade Golden Age books a lot here at Heritage, but we can only doff our caps to this one. Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's character is the lead feature, of course, but there's also the Black Pirate by Sheldon Moldoff, Zatara drawn by Fred Guardineer, and many other features in these pages. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4174 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Sensation Comics #1 Crowley Copy pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. The second appearance of Wonder Woman, this key book is listed among the 30 most valuable comics by Overstreet, and to date only two copies have been CGC-certified with higher grades than this one! This copy is from the collection of Wendell Crowley, an editor at rival publisher Fawcett who was by all accounts a devoted fan of comics as well. Wonder Woman got the starring role in this first issue close on the heels of her first appearance in All-Star Comics #8. Also making their debuts were two other DC heroes of note, neither of whom had super powers, but both of whom were handy with their fists: Mr. Terrific and Wildcat. H. G. Peter drew the Wonder Woman story; the issue's other artists include Sheldon Moldoff, Irwin Hasen, and Howard Purcell. We should also note that murmurs of a Wonder Woman movie mention a 2006 release date, which means now might be the time to start securing the heroine's key comic book appearances. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $19,400; VF/NM 9.0 value = $31,700. CGC census 5/05: 3 in 8.5, 2 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4496 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Wonder Woman #1 Crowley Copy pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. After just a few months in Sensation Comics, Wonder Woman had become too popular for that title alone, and this first issue of her own book started a four-decade run. The heroine not only became a household name, she also joined Superman and Batman as the only superheroes to be in continuous publication even through the "dark years" of the early 1950s. Wonder Woman's early adventures still fascinate today, mainly because the Amazon's creator, William Moulton Marston, wrote unorthodox stories of the kind you wouldn't see in any other book, and for that matter H. G. Peter's art also stood out from anything else on the stands. As you might expect from a #1 issue, the heroine's origin story is retold and expanded upon here. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $16,500. CGC census 6/05: 4 in 8.0, 2 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4560 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Adventure Comics #79 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. One of the top creative teams to work in the comic book field during the Golden Age was Jack Kirby and Joe Simon, who managed to breathe life into any project they touched for DC. This highly desirable World War II-era copy of Adventure features not only a classic cover by the duo, starring a gigantic Manhunter stalking a Nazi sub with harpoon in hand, but also a great Simon & Kirby Sandman story inside. This jaw-dropper of a gem copy exhibits all the eye-appeal you can expect to see from an Edgar Church Mile High example. The cover colors are simply fantastic! And what better way to enjoy a classic cover could there be than owning the very best copy known to exist? This is it! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4207 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Flash Comics #2 (DC, 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Hawkman got his first full cover appearance in this second issue of the title (after being seen in a small inset on the front of #1). In addition to the Hawkman story, this issue has adventures of the Flash (Harry Lampert art), Johnny Thunder, and Cliff Cornwall (Shelly Moldoff art). The cover is by Dennis Neville. The old rule of thumb that second issues are harder to find than first issues seems to hold true with Flash Comics as well. Our offering is the only copy to be graded above 7.5 by CGC as of this writing. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $11,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4417 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
New Comics #1 (DC, 1935) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. This is the first issue of DC Comics' second series, and the existence of a NM- copy comes as quite a surprise. Overstreet doesn't list values for grades above VF for this Platinum Age book, and that's understandable -- since the issue predates comic book collecting, it was hardly to be expected that a copy would be preserved in such amazing condition! This ultra-early DC appeared more than a year earlier than Detective Comics #1, and two and a half years before Action Comics #1. This title ran 11 issues as New Comics before turning into New Adventure Comics and then becoming the title DC fans of every generation grew up with, Adventure Comics. The series had a lifespan of 48 years and 503 issues, and this key first issue is ranked among the 100 most valuable comic books by Overstreet. It's got a cover by Vin Sullivan, with interior art by early DC aces Sheldon Mayer and Whitney Ellsworth, as well as a name that may surprise you: Walt Kelly! This copy of the historic issue is by far the highest-graded in CGC's census, in fact it's the only copy to be graded above FN/VF by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $20,000 (no values for higher grades are listed by Overstreet). CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4484 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Whiz Comics #2 (#1) (Fawcett, 1940) CGC Apparent NM- 9.2 Extensive (P) Off-white to white pages. Here's the classic first comic book starring the Big Red Cheese himself, Captain Marvel. Also debuting in this historic first issue are Sivana, Golden Arrow, Lance O'Casey, Ibis, and Spy Smasher. While this copy has had extensive restoration work (CGC notes, "Restoration includes color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cover cleaned, interior lightened, reinforced."), keep in mind that the highest graded unrestored copy currently known to exist only ranks a VF+ 8.5, so if Near Mint is your thing, this is it. And the restoration is truly beautiful, too -- this may be the prettiest copy we'll ever see. Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $7,000; VG 4.0 value = $14,000; FN 6.0 value = $21,000; VF 8.0 value = $40,000; VF/NM 9.0 value = $64,000; NM- 9.2 value = $88,000.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4113 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Wonderworld Comics #3 (Fox, 1939) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This 9.4 copy is the best one available according to CGC's census, and seldom has the margin been so wide, with the only other unrestored copy as of this writing checking in at 2.0. This is the first issue of the title (with the numbering continued from Wonder Comics), and it features the first appearance of the Flame, drawn by Lou Fine. That flamethrower-wielding hero actually predates the first appearance of the fiery Human Torch in Marvel Comics #1! The comic was the work of the Eisner-Iger studio, which means big-name artists participated, among them Will Eisner, Bob Powell, and the great Fine. The cover of this tough-to-find issue, a Gerber "7," is a collaboration between Eisner and Fine. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $10,200. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4132 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
All-Flash #2 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The Fastest Man Alive almost whizzes past this cover, as he carries a collared crook straight to the clink. These Golden Age All-Flash comics actually seem more like graphic novels by today's standards -- instead of four separate tales, this has one long story between its covers (this one even recaps the Flash's origin). And be careful gazing at the brilliant yellow-background cover; better put on sunglasses first! Yes, this is a typically terrific Edgar Church Mile High comic, and yes, it's the highest graded copy to date according to CGC. Note that the very small white speck you might see near the bottom of this book is not a flaw, but a bit of plastic loose inside the CGC holder that does not compromise the integrity of the holder or affect the comic. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4243 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
All-American Comics #16 (DC, 1940) CGC VG- 3.5 Cream to off-white pages. According to Overstreet, this is the fifth most valuable comic book of all, trailing only the "big four" of Action Comics #1, Detective Comics #27, Marvel Comics #1, and Superman #1. This one has the origin and first appearance of the original Green Lantern, Alan Scott. But why, you ask, is it valued higher than the debuts of other DC heroes? That has to do with the scarcity of the book: Overstreet calls it "rare," while Gerber gives it a 7, meaning "scarce." To date, CGC hasn't awarded a higher grade than FN- 5.5 for an unrestored copy, so a VG- is quite competitive with the rest of the field. The interior art on the GL story is by the character's creator Martin Nodell, credited as "Mart Dellon." Nodell got help on this issue's script from Bill Finger of Batman fame. The two came up with an appealing hero who spends this first story finding out the extent of his new powers (his major vulnerability was to anything made of wood). The issue's cover is by Sheldon Moldoff. Incidentally, the comic is far from an all-superhero affair -- the backup features include Mutt and Jeff as well as Sheldon Mayer's comic artist character Scribbly. CGC notes, "2 pieces of tape on cover." Overstreet 2004 VG 4.0 value = $18,286. CGC census 6/05: 3 in 3.5, 6 higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4228 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Adventure Comics #62 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Unbelievable copy - no, wait, it's from Edgar Church's collection, so a NM+ 9.6 copy is so believable! No other copy has earned a grade higher than VF/NM 9.0 to date. Jack Burnley provides the art for the Starman cover and interior story. Two other Golden Age greats, Creig Flessel and Howard Purcell, also provide story artwork. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,500. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4201 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Detective Comics #19 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1938) CGC VF+ 8.5 White pages. Here's another superb pre-Batman copy of this title, complete with a moody, film noir-ish cover illustration that appears to be the work of Leo O'Mealia. The smooth surface, unbroken spine, and supple white paper give this one away as being from the Edgar Church Mile High collection. Now's the chance to make it part of your collection -- bid! Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2,625; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,538. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 8.5, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4369 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$20,700 or more
Batman #23 (DC, 1944) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. A 9.6 copy of an issue with a black cover is quite a find in itself, but this one has the added plus of having one of the best covers of the series' entire run, drawn by Batman artist extraordinaire Dick Sprang. Naturally, the Jocund Jack-Of-All-Crimes appears inside the issue as well, with the story title "The Upside Down Crimes" telling you all you need to know about the theme for his latest string of misdeeds. The issue's interior art is by Sprang and Jerry Robinson. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 7/05: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4301 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Flash Comics #92 (DC, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Overstreet notes that this key issue is "rare in Mint due to black ink smearing on white cover." Well, there's no sign of any smearing on this outstanding copy. This issue is Black Canary's first cover appearance as well as her first solo story (i.e. her first story without Johnny Thunder). Plus, it's got the first appearance of detective Larry Lance, who became a recurring character in Black Canary's adventures. It is also the first time we readers saw the black canary-shaped locket she wore around her neck, which had handy devices hidden inside. Carmine Infantino (in the phase when his art was heavily influenced by Milton Caniff) drew the character on the cover and inside the issue. This star-studded affair also features Flash (drawn by Lee Elias), Hawkman (drawn by Joe Kubert), and the Atom. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $5,000. CGC census 7/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4437 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Detective Comics #109 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1946) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. Pity the poor Joker; he can't even build himself a house without interference from Batman and Robin! Wait a minute, this is the Joker we're talking about -- his house must be on the bank's parking lot! No need to pity this pretty-as-a-picture pedigreed copy -- it's pristine! The treasures from the Edgar Church Mile High collection just keep on coming, with this copy's incredible CGC-awarded grade more impressive than most. Wow! Jack Burnley and Win Mortimer are among the artists in this issue; despite CGC's info card stating that Joe Simon and Jack Kirby contributed art, the Boy Commandos story herein is actually credited to Louis Cazeneuve. Oh, well! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,300. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4403 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Action Comics #70 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. Edgar Church's copy of Action #70 is undoubtedly the finest existing copy of this book. Certainly, CGC knows of no better copy at this date. This is a beauty, fresh, tight, and clean. The issue has a Jack Burnley cover; interior artists include Mort Meskin (drawing the Vigilante) and Bernard Baily (drawing the Americommando). This is a stunning book, even for a Mile High. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,250. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4179 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
More Fun Comics #56 (DC, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. This is one of the most valuable issues of this title's run, and it's scarce one as well (a Gerber "8"). It's got the first cover appearance of Dr. Fate (his second appearance overall). The Howard Sherman cover showing Dr. Fate (a future Justice Society member) is called "classic" by Overstreet. The issue also tells the second half of Dr. Fate's origin. Also, contrary to what some books will tell you, Congo Bill made his first appearance in this very issue, which pre-dates his later Action Comics appearances. And of course, there's an early Spectre appearance with art by Bernard Baily. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $6,896; NM- 9.2 value = $9,500. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4458 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
More Fun Comics #39 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. A comical Christmas cover leads off this issue, and leads us to remind you that it'll be Christmas in August if you're the winning bidder for this Mile High stunner! Inside the issue you'll find Ginger Snap by Bob Kane, plus the Radio Squad by Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. This Mile High copy is stunning; great color and gloss, a smooth spine, sharp edges and corners - wow! Thank you, Edgar Church, for preserving your comic books so beautifully. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,025. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4453 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Detective Comics #27 (DC, 1939) Condition: Coverless. This is the first appearance of Batman, and the second most-valuable comic book issue of all, trailing only Action Comics #1 on every fan's list of most-desired comics (it's #2 in Overstreet's ranking as well). The milestone debut of Batman (or rather "the Bat-Man"), with art by Bob Kane, is also the first appearance of Commissioner Gordon. Yes, this copy is missing its original cover, but it does come with a color-xeroxed cover (both the outside and inside covers, we might add). The book has some restoration, with replaced staples as well as paper replacement to the corners of some of the pages. The centerfold is detached, and the staple holes in the centerfold have been sealed. The outermost pages are tan, but the inside pages range from cream to off-white. Since a high percentage of the existing copies of this milestone comic are either low-grade, restored, or both, it would take quite a bit of looking to find one significantly better than our offering! Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $31,500.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4371 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Top-Notch Comics #2 Mile High pedigree (MLJ, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. This is one of the earliest offerings by MLJ, the publisher that would eventually give us Archie and then change the company name to Archie. The issue has the first appearance of a Nazi swastika on a comic book cover according to Overstreet. It's amazing in a way, since the Pep issues of the same era didn't even come out and call the villains Germans, relying on "Nordics" and other such vague terms. Edd Ashe did the cover honors for this issue, while the more famous Jack Cole contributed a Manhunters story. "Top-notch" is certainly the appropriate term for this Edgar Church copy, it's the best one yet certified by CGC. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4070 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Action Comics #98 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1946) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. This bright, bold, and beautiful copy beats the number two (gradewise) copy in CGC's census by 9.8 to 9.2. Yet another instance where the Mile High copy is the finest in existence. Wayne Boring created the cover; interior artists include Mort Meskin on the Vigilante feature. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $925. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4182 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
More Fun Comics #78 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. While the Green Arrow was never considered a major hero during the Golden Age, he did star on a number of More Fun covers. This issue features his second cover, and it's a great action scene with G.A. and sidekick Speedy battling bad guys on a rooftop. This nifty Edgar Church Mile High comic sure tops the other CGC-graded copies; it's the highest currently listed. There's a great line-up of talent here, too; Johnny Quick by Mort Meskin, Dr. Fate by Howard Sherman, the Spectre by Bernard Bailey, and Aquaman by Paul Norris. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,650. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4463 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$12,075 or more
More Fun Comics #79 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. As we gaze at this fresh Mile High copy with its perfect colors, we have to keep reminding ourselves that this is a comic book that's more than sixty years old. There's quite a lineup of artists and characters, with Green Arrow and Speedy by George Papp (who drew the cover as well), the Spectre drawn by Bernard Baily, Johnny Quick by Mort Meskin, Dr. Fate by Howard Sherman, and Aquaman by Paul Norris. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,650. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4464 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$12,075 or more
All Star Comics #1 (DC, 1940) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Very nice copy of this key DC Golden Age book. Just one copy has managed a grade higher than VF/NM 9.0 from CGC to date. Comic artist pioneers Bernard Baily (Hourman and the Spectre stories), Sheldon Moldoff (Hawkman), and E. E. Hibbard (the Flash) contributed their talents to this first issue, two issues before DC's superheroes joined forces to form the Justice Society. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $8,603. CGC census 5/05: 1 in 8.0, 4 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4251 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Action Comics #3 (DC, 1938) CGC VG 4.0 White pages. The third appearance of Superman comes in this issue that also boasts the distinctive cover stylings of Leo O'Mealia, and interior art from Joe Shuster, Fred Guardineer, and Vincent Sullivan. That Overstreet refers to this issue as "scarce," and the fact that Gerber's Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books gives it a "rare" rating (a Gerber "8" for you numerologists) doesn't surprise us - this is the first time we've ever offered an unrestored copy of this artifact! Even more impressive is that CGC has only certified five unrestored copies to date. The white pages really stand out for this 67 year-old comic! Any way you look at it, this is a key issue of comicdom's most important title, no wonder Overstreet ranks it among the 40 most valuable Golden Age comic books. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $4,572. CGC census 5/05: 1 in 4.0, 3 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4170 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Flash Comics #21 (DC, 1941) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Sheldon Moldoff created a "classic" cover for this issue, one of his many Hawkman themes for the title. Additional art was provided by E. E. Hibbard and Harry Lampert. This impressive copy is tied with one other as the highest-graded by CGC to date for issue #21. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,650. CGC census 6/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4422 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
More Fun Comics #84 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Once you've looked at this perfect Edgar Church copy, you will forget about all others. But just in case you are thinking of looking elsewhere for a high-grade specimen, note that the next highest-graded in CGC's census is a mere VG/FN! This issue's got a Japanese war cover by George Papp, featuring Green Arrow and Speedy. Also on hand in the issue are Doctor Fate, Aquaman, Johnny Quick and the Spectre. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,775. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4466 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Action Comics #78 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. If you want a high-grade copy of this comic, well, you're looking at the only one to be graded higher than 7.0 by CGC to date. And one look at our scan will tell you all you need to know about why Mile Highs command multiples of Guide. The issue's got a comical Wayne Boring cover; in the accompanying story, racketeers are trying to lean on a hard-working chef, and Superman aims to do something about it. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,050. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4181 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Adventure Comics #82 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. This copy of Adventure Comics #82, from Tom Reilly's famed collection, is by far the highest-graded in CGC's census, with the runner-up quite a ways behind at 8.5. It's a beautiful copy, with great page quality too. The issue has the Sandman Christmas story "Santa Fronts for The Mob" (it's a department-store Santa, mind you) written and drawn by Simon and Kirby. The cover is also by S&K. Other features include Starman (with Mort Meskin art), Hourman (drawn by Bernard Baily), the Shining Knight, and Manhunter. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,000. CGC census 5/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4208 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Flash Comics #100 Diamond Run pedigree (DC, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. This copy is the highest-graded in CGC's census by quite a wide margin, it's the only one graded above 8.0 as of this writing, in fact. The issue is "scarce" according to Overstreet. The Hawkman story is one of the character's first appearances in his new costume; Joe Kubert drew that tale as well as the cover. The impressive roster of characters also includes the Flash, the Atom, Black Canary, and the Ghost Patrol. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4438 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
More Fun Comics #46 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. This Mile High copy is the best around, and a look at our scan will answer any questions as to why. Just look at the snow-white top half of the cover! Though this book's issue number sounds high, consider that it hit the stands the same month as Action #15 and months before Batman #1! Creig Flessel's adventure cover is a highlight, and the plethora of features includes Radio Squad by the Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster team, as well as a Buccaneer story with Bernard Baily art. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,000. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4454 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
More Fun Comics #82 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. The Golden Age Green Arrow and Speedy star on this cool cover, the first sporting the small-sized logo, with art by George Papp. Issues of More Fun are never easy to find, with this one being no exception. A check with CGC reveals only three graded copies of issue #82 to date. Of course, there can be only one Mile High copy -- and this is it! It's exceptional in every way, from the unblemished black background, to the snow-white inner pages. Aim your sights carefully and fire off a bullseye bid on this beauty! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,725. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4465 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$10,350 or more
Adventure Comics #103 "D" Copy pedigree (DC, 1946) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Superboy's debut in this series is only one of the big changes that were made starting with this issue, as DC focused this title more on adventure by moving some strips that had previously appeared in More Fun Comics over to this title, namely Aquaman, Green Arrow, and Johnny Quick, in addition to the Boy of Steel. Superboy's co-creator, Joe Shuster, drew this issue's cover as well as an interior story. Shuster's vision of Superboy might come as a surprise to some -- he's younger and more pumped-up than the later versions. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,200. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4211 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Flash Comics #7 (DC, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. Hawkman makes a dramatic cover appearance here, courtesy of Sheldon Moldoff. This was Shelly's first Hawkman cover, and only the second cover overall to feature the winged hero. An added attraction is found on the inside front cover house ad; it promotes issue #16 of All-American Comics, featuring the first appearance of the Golden Age Green Lantern. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $4,937; NM- 9.2 value = $6,800. CGC census 7/05: 2 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4420 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$7,274 or more
More Fun Comics #93 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Trivia question: name Green Arrow's sidekick. We're sure everyone got that one right: Speedy... or is it? Here's an unusual issue of More Fun starring the pair that names him "Speddy" on the cover! Make no mistake, it's the only thing wrong with this incredible copy. Thank you Edgar Church, wherever you are, for saving your comic books in such nice condition for us to enjoy today! And there's plenty to enjoy, too, including stories starring Johnny Quick, Aquaman, Dr. Fate, and the Spectre, not to mention the very first appearance of those twin detectives, Dover and Clover! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,125. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4470 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Top-Notch Comics #7 Mile High pedigree (MLJ, 1940) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. MLJ books seem harder to find in high grade than those of most other major publishers from the early 1940s, so that makes the unworldly grade here even more incredible. Of course it is a Mile High! Featured are a Shield crossover in the Wizard story, and the Wizard donning a new costume. The cover is by Edd Ashe. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,675. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4076 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Flash Comics #5 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. The King (aka King Standish), that silk-hat-wearing master of disguise, gets his only full cover appearance with this issue. Starting with the very next issue, the covers would alternate between Hawkman and the Fastest Man Alive. This very attractive pedigreed copy is topped by none in the current CGC census report for issue #5. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $4,495; NM- 9.2 value = $6,200. CGC census 7/05: 3 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4419 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$6,612 or more
Action Comics #74 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Once again, the Edgar Church copy of an issue leaves all rivals in the dust. Jack Burnley's funny cover probably has you wondering what in the world's going on and who Adelbert Dribble is. Well, he's a nerdy sort whose gal Bertha dumped him for being too much of a wimp, so naturally the fellow's solution to his predicament is to invent an ingenious trap for Superman and then take his place. Believe it or not, complications ensue! This issue is also notable for having the last installment of the Mr. America backup feature. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,050. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4180 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Action Comics #99 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1946) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Check out this copy's exceptional cover colors, perfect spine, etc., etc. Comparing a Mile High to other copies is like comparing Tiger Woods to the golfers at Putt-Putt! The issue's lighthearted golf cover was drawn by ... no, not John Daly (who did contribute art to many Action issues), but Wayne Boring. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $925. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4183 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
All Star Comics #38 Pennsylvania pedigree (DC, 1947) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. This spectacular copy is the highest-graded #38 that CGC has reviewed to date. Alex Toth orchestrated the clever cover and also provided interior art for this issue. Other features: the Black Canary begins, and the JSA dies (not permanently, though)! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,400. CGC census 6/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4273 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

Make Offer to Owner
$10,925 or more
Batman #38 (DC, 1946) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Have a look at this top-grade copy of a comic featuring a key villain. Yes, the Penguin's back to menace the Dynamic Duo, both on this Dick Sprang cover and in the accompanying story. In the tale, the Fowl Felon is out on parole and looks like he's going straight. But then a cartoon character named Peter Penguin becomes wildly popular, making our favorite villain furious and driving him back to a life of mischief! This issue is also notable for having the first Batman art by Jim Mooney, who would draw the character many a time in years to come. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,700. CGC census 6/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4316 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)
Top-Notch Comics #3 Mile High pedigree (MLJ, 1940) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. We've got the best known copy of this early MLJ book, and once again the best copy is the Edgar Church copy. In addition to this series' star the Wizard, this issue offers the debut of the Bob Phantom feature and the artistic stylings of Jack Cole and Mort Meskin. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,200. CGC census 7/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 817 | Lot: 4073 | Aug 13, 2005

Sold For: Sign-in or
Join (free & quick)

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Results per page: 24 48 72