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Flash Comics Ashcan Edition #1 (Fawcett, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. The first printed appearance of Captain Marvel was right here, in a comic that few people ever got to see. In fact, according to Overstreet, only eight copies exist. With the Golden Age in full bloom, publishers raced to secure the copyrights to desirable titles, and that's where ashcans came in (an ashcan is a mock-up of a comic, produced by hand in very small quantities). As Fawcett's editorial director said in an interview, "Only a few copies were printed and sent by registered mail to wholesalers and distributors to indicate distribution and to establish the date of first usage in case another publisher came up with the same title." Once they lost the race for the "Flash" title to DC (and after also producing a Thrill Comics ashcan with content identical to this one) Fawcett decided to go with Whiz Comics instead, a title that turned out quite well for the company! In fact, the existence of this makes it clear why the first issue of Whiz was #2 rather than #1. Fawcett was clear on who the star of their new book was: Captain Marvel, who appears on the cover by C. C. Beck. But the Big Red Cheese was actually dubbed "Captain Thunder" here. The eight-page origin story of Captain Thunder essentially corresponds to the first part of Captain Marvel's origin in the first issue of Whiz Comics, with only minor changes made. Oh by the way, this is also the first comic Fawcett ever produced... have we persuaded you to bid yet? The inside covers of this ashcan are blank, with the covers and inside pages printed on a high-quality uncoated paper stock. This is the only unrestored copy of this ashcan that CGC has certified to date. Note that while there is an Overstreet entry on this rarity, no value for the Flash ashcan is listed by the Guide. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3563 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $10,177.50
Crime Patrol #16 Gaines File pedigree (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. The Crypt Keeper makes his second appearance, spinning a yarn about a young couple who will inherit a large fortune, on one condition... guess what it is, readers! If you correctly said "he has to spend the night in a haunted house," you know your horror stories, and should bid on this comic immediately! Al Feldstein handled art chores on the story, and Johhny Craig and George Roussos also contributed to this issue, the last one before the name change to Crypt of Terror. Note that while CGC has certified this book as a Gaines File Copy, no certificate accompanies this lot. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,400. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3015 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $9,665.75

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Four Color (Series One) #1 Dick Tracy (Dell, 1939) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. The very first issue of Dell's most enduring title is a Gerber "scarce", and we have offered a copy on only one previous occasion, in 2003. Chester Gould's Dick Tracy had first appeared in a comic book some three years earlier in Dell's Popular Comics #1. Only two copies of this issue have been certified by CGC with higher grades than this beauty. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $8,263; NM- 9.2 value = $11,500. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.0, 2 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3567 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $7,762.50
Captain Aero Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (Holyoke Publications, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Flag-Man and Solar, Master of Magic, Captain Aero, Captain Stone, and Adventurer begin in this first issue. Charles Quinlan provided art for the book, which features an action-packed World War II cover. As is the case with many Mile High copies, this book holds the highest grade awarded by CGC for this issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,150. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3336 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $6,900.00
Weird Fantasy #14 (#2) (EC, 1950) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. Aliens stare in disbelief as America "drops the big one" on Iraq, taking half the planet with it! Oops! All kidding aside, this Atomic Explosion cover by Al Feldstein has long been a fan-favorite. Story art in this second issue includes contributions by Feldstein (starring himself and Bill Gaines as characters), Wally Wood, Jack Kamen, and Harvey Kurtzman. We can't imagine a more attractive copy of this issue -- this one is simply drop-dead gorgeous! Although CGC recognizes this as a Gaines File Copy, no certificate accompanies the book. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,300. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3186 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $6,727.50
Bulletman #2 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1941) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Bulletman and Bulletgirl strike a heroic pose on this cover by Mac Raboy. These were the days when books weren't skimping on content, like this issue which featured 64 pages of excitement. It's another terrific example from the Mile High collection, which also holds the highest grade awarded by CGC for this issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $2,100. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3322 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $6,411.25
War Against Crime #11 Gaines File pedigree 8/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. EC's first horror cover (by Johnny Craig) features a great "Egyptian tomb" illustration, complete with a reanimated mummy. This important issue also features the second appearance of the Vault Keeper, and was the last issue before the name change to Vault of Horror. Story art is by Al Feldstein, Harry Harrison, George Roussos, and Craig. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,675. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.6, 2 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3184 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $6,003.00
Four Color #9 Donald Duck Finds Pirate Gold! (Dell, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. Carl Barks began his long career as the "Good Duck Artist" with this important issue. Working with writer Bob Carp and fellow Disney Studio artist Jack Hannah (who drew every other page in a closely similar style), Barks initially saw this book as an opportunity to pick up a few extra bucks between cartoon scripts. Before long, he left the Disney studio behind and began devoting full time to writing and drawing the adventures of Donald and his feathered kin. He would continue for over twenty years. It all started here, though! This solid, attractive copy appears to have been lightly read and well kept. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $5,800. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 8.0, 6 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3571 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,750.00
Archie Comics #1 (MLJ, 1942) CGC GD/VG 3.0 Off-white to white pages. It's rare for the owner of an Archie #1 to want to part with his or her copy, because it's a significant book in the Archie line. For one thing, it has the story of how Archie met Veronica, in which the folks at MLJ simply discarded the previous story told in Pep Comics #26 (in which the two just met on the street). This time, Archie reads about the lovely New York debutante-to-be in the paper, and he's so lovestruck that he writes to her and invites her to his prom in Riverdale! The issue is also notable for having the first appearance of Mrs. Andrews (Archie's mom), and of course because it's the first issue of a series that's still in publication today. The series is considered the first teen comic by Overstreet, and this issue is number 51 on the Guide's list of the 100 most valuable Golden Age books. We've seen even a Poor copy of this book sell for big bucks, and our offering here puts that one to shame. Considering that the highest-graded copy in CGC's census is just a 6.5, we'd say this copy will make some lucky Archie collector very happy. Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $1,294; VG 4.0 value = $2,588. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 3.0, 5 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3269 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,748.85
Haunt of Fear #16 (#2) Gaines File pedigree 1/9 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The Old Witch made her first appearance in this issue. Surprisingly enough, it was Jack Kamen who drew this first story! The tale of ancient Egypt includes a love triangle of sorts, always a Kamen specialty. Also contributing art to the issue were Johnny Craig (who also drew the cover), Graham Ingels, and the team of Wally Wood and Harry Harrison. Having a Gaines File Copy's great, but having the #1 Gaines File Copy is particularly special in our book -- and we fail to see what flaw kept this super-nice copy from an even higher grade. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,700. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3051 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,594.75

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Eerie #1 (Avon, 1947) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. This is the first-ever horror comic book according to CGC, while Overstreet dubs it the first "supernatural" comic. Either way, it's a milestone, and a hard-to-find one at that, earning Overstreet's "scarce" designation. The artists include Joe Kubert and Bob Fujitani. Don't forget the bondage cover, which established a motif that would crop up on many a horror cover to come. This copy, tied for the highest grade that CGC has assigned to date, has an unusual "Library of Congress" stamp on the cover. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $4,200; NM- 9.2 value = $5,800. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3533 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,462.50
Crime SuspenStories #1 Gaines File pedigree 3/9 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Here's a startlingly nice copy of this first issue. Among the highlights of the comic is Harvey Kurtzman's suspensefully claustrophobic "High Tide!," which features four men stranded on a boat and all suspicious of one another. And the book has much more to offer, with a Johnny Craig cover and interior art by Craig, Wally Wood, and Graham Ingels. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,550. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3016 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,088.75

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Tales From the Crypt #20 Gaines File pedigree 11/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. After three issues as Crypt of Terror, EC's original "New Trend" horror comic returned with a new title, one which eliminated the word "Terror." Publisher Bill Gaines must have figured there would be enough terror between the covers -- and he was right! This, then, is the first issue of Tales From the Crypt, one of the best known and loved horror comics of all time. This issue's artists include Johnny Craig (cover and story), Al Feldstein, Jack Kamen, and Graham Ingels. This primo pedigreed copy is so nice, it's... scary! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,625. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.4, 4 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3108 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,088.75
Casper the Friendly Ghost #1 (St. John, 1949) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. It's the best copy yet certified of the first comic book appearance of Casper! Yes, ghost fans, the character started out in this St. John book before many decades at Harvey. What's more, this was the first time the character was called Casper in any medium (he was a nameless "Friendly Ghost" in his early cartoon appearances). And if even that's not enough historical significance for you, this issue has Baby Huey's first appearance and origin as well. Wait, we're not even done yet: there's also the first appearance of Herman the Mouse (of later Herman and Katnip fame). Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,200; VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,850. CGC census 11/05: 1 in 8.5, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3436 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $4,887.50
Four Color #74 Little Lulu (Dell, 1945) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. Lulu, Marge Henderson Buell's wonderful moppet creation, has been entertaining comic fans since 1935. Here's the finest example of the very first Little Lulu comic book (featuring story and art by John Stanley) currently known to exist. Lulu and her pals, including Tubby and Alvin, are introduced in this wonderful book. This lovely little lady needs a new home! Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,325; NM- 9.2 value = $1,800. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3583 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $4,887.50
Weird Science #13 (#2) Gaines File pedigree 4/10 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. For two weeks during July 1952, strange, glowing lights were spotted, both by eyewitnesses and radar, flying over the White House in Washington, DC. This strange occurrence was predicted two years earlier with this issue's UFO cover and story by Al Feldstein. Other artists in this second issue include Harvey Kurtzman, the team of Harry Harrison and Wally Wood, and Jack Kamen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,275. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3200 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $4,605.75

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Daredevil Comics #8 Mile High pedigree - Double Cover (Lev Gleason, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Mile High and a double cover -- what a combination! This issue is notable for having the return of Sniffer, who was first seen in #5 as a member of the Deadly Dozen. The issue's cover is by Charles Biro. CGC notes, "1st cover 9.4, interior cover 9.4." Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,200. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3488 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $4,071.00
Vault of Horror #15 Gaines File pedigree 7/10 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Looks like someone isn't quite ready to "rest in peace" on this issue's Johnny Craig graveyard cover! Can you "dig" it? We know you'll get into this killer copy, which is well-cut and as fresh-looking as any 55-year-old comic could possibly be! Artists include Al Feldstein, Graham Ingels, and Jack Kamen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,075. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3157 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $4,025.00
Vault of Horror #14 Gaines File pedigree 4/9 (EC, 1950) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Do you voodoo? Even if you don't, you'll want to check out this beautiful Gaines File Copy, which sports a wild spell-casting cover by Johnny Craig. Other artists in this third issue include Ghastly Graham Ingels and Al Feldstein. The colors on this copy's cover are positively blinding! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,260. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3156 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,910.00

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Weird Science #14 (#3) Gaines File pedigree 8/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. EC loved post-apocalyptic scenarios, and the stories in that vein tended to be powerful ones indeed. This time, it's Al Feldstein drawing the story (as well as the accompanying cover scene). This issue also includes art by Harvey Kurtzman, Harry Harrison, and Jack Kamen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,225. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3202 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,812.25
Captain Marvel Jr. #1 (Fawcett, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. Less than a year after first appearing in Whiz Comics, Captain Marvel Jr. got his own title, while continuing to star in Master Comics. What set Junior apart from his pal Captain Marvel was that he was drawn in the graceful style of Mac Raboy rather than the cartoonier C. C. Beck style. Raboy's cover for this first issue is called "classic" by Overstreet. The title character's origin is retold in the issue, which features an appearance by the villain who figures in that origin story, the nefarious Captain Nazi. No copy of this Fawcett key has been graded higher by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $3,703; VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,952. CGC census 11/05: 2 in 8.5, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3368 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,812.25
Tales From the Crypt #22 Gaines File pedigree 3/10 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. In "The Curse of the Arnold Clan," expertly drawn by Johnny Craig, a fellow searching his attic for a Halloween costume finds out some very disturbing information about his family history. By the way, the costume party he attends has a little in-joke for EC fans, as one of the partygoers is dressed as EC's Pre-Trend superheroine, Moon Girl! This issue also has art by Feldstein, Graham Ingels, and Jack Kamen. The cover is by Feldstein. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,040. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3111 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,766.25

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Four Color #33 "Bugs Bunny Public Nuisance No. 1" - Vancouver pedigree (Dell, 1943) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. Warner Brothers' star cartoon character, whose first comic book appearance was in Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies #1 in 1941, is featured here in his second solo comic book and his first solo Four Color, along with his animated pals Elmer Fudd and Porky Pig. Although records are a little sketchy, we believe Chase Craig produced the art, possibly with his friend Carl Buettner. At any rate, it's a terrific comic book, and this is quite possibly one of the finest copies of it in existence -- it's positively beautiful! Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,278; NM- 9.2 value = $1,750. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3576 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,737.50

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Four Color #161 Tarzan and the Fires of Tohr - Vancouver pedigree (Dell, 1947) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. Here's the prettiest copy of this second Dell Tarzan comic you'll ever see! It's absolutely as fresh as a comic just delivered to the newsstand -- and a cherry-picked copy at that! It's far and away the nicest copy yet certified by CGC. Jesse Marsh art is featured throughout. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $860. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3598 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,737.50
Daredevil Comics #10 Mile High pedigree (Lev Gleason, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. A multiple-suicide scene is just one of the eye-catchers on an over-the-top "Remember Pearl Harbor" propaganda cover. Charles Biro drew the cover in addition to writing the accompanying story, which sees Bart Hill (aka Daredevil) entering the army air corps! Daredevil battling at the front is an intriguing possibility, but Bart's stint was strictly a one-issue affair. This is the first copy of this issue we've ever seen here at Heritage, and the only copy that CGC has certified as of this writing. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,200. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3490 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,662.75
Daredevil Comics #6 Mile High pedigree (Lev Gleason, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. This Edgar Church copy is bested by none according to CGC's latest census report. Lev Gleason's leading good guy (Daredevil) and leading bad guy (the Claw) each star in their own feature here. Charles Biro drew the cover as well as the Daredevil story. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,075; NM- 9.2 value = $1,450. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3487 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,593.75
Brenda Starr V2#10 Mile High pedigree (Superior, 1949) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. It doesn't get any better than this... literally. From the Mile High pedigree, this is truly the best copy in existence of this issue. Newspaper comic strip icon Brenda Starr catches a beautiful would-be assassin about to spoil her own wedding on this cover. The publisher was Superior Comics, and believe us when we say this is the most "superior" copy you'll ever find. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $850. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3316 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,559.25
Forbidden Worlds #1 Mile High pedigree (ACG, 1951) CGC VF+ 8.5 White pages. Frank Frazetta was known for occasionally lending a helping pen to Al Williamson when his pal was under deadline pressure -- this issue's got one of those collaborations by the two greats. The other two-headed monster here (the one on the cover) is courtesy of artist Ken Bald, and veteran hand Paul Reinman drew a story as well. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $963; VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,482. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 8.5, 4 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3564 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,455.75
Frontline Combat #1 Gaines File pedigree 3/9 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The first issue of the highly-acclaimed Harvey Kurtzman project featured cover and interior art by Mr. Kurtzman as well as the work of John Severin, Russ Heath, and Wally Wood. At the time Bill Gaines, Russ Cochran, and Robert Overstreet evaluated Gaines' collection, Overstreet determined this copy to be the third-nicest of the nine copies preserved; however, CGC has not awarded a higher grade for #1 to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $950. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3035 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,450.00
Weird Science #14 (#3) Gaines File pedigree 9/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Here's a beauty of a copy of this third issue, complete with an Al Feldstein robot cover. Feldstein (an "End of the World" tale), Harvey Kurtzman, Harry Harrison, and Jack Kamen all add story art. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,225. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3201 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,335.00
Shock SuspenStories #2 Gaines File pedigree 7/10 (EC, 1952) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. One of Wally Wood's most memorable covers graces this second issue of the title. The naked eye detects nary a flaw on this superlative copy, but CGC's microscope must have found something to keep the official grade at a mere 9.8. Close enough to perfect for us, and no copies have been graded higher as of this writing. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $635. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3104 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,289.00

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Classic Comics and Classics Illustrated Original Editions Full Run (Gilberton, 1941-69). This is an almost complete run: #1-82 and #84-169. So you will have to find your own #83, but otherwise this is the entire series, filling two short boxes! One copy of each Original Edition is here, and a couple of reprints are included as a bonus. Grades run the gamut from FR to FN; the average is GD/VG. Some have amateur restoration. Some of the more notable books are #1 Apparent VG, #2 GD, #3 FR, #4 FR/GD, #5 VG+, #6 GD+, #8 VG, #11 FN, #13 VG, and #14 GD. Approximate Overstreet value for group = $7,500. (Total: 1 Item)
Auction 819 | Lot: 3451 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,220.00
Daredevil Comics #31 Mile High pedigree (Lev Gleason, 1945) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. The death of the Claw makes this one of the most significant issues for the Lev Gleason collector, as the character was one of the most fearsome villains of the Golden Age and had been around since this publisher's very first comic, Silver Streak Comics #1. Plus, this issue's cover has it all -- not just a mention of the Claw story, but also a hanging cover scene straight out of Crime Does Not Pay, and both Daredevil and the Little Wise Guys in action. Charles Biro drew the cover and scripted the Daredevil story for Norman Maurer to pencil; Bob Montana and Dick Briefer each drew a backup feature. Buying the Mile High copy of a key issue is about as close to a no-brainer as you can get! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,050. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3503 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,202.75
Bulletman #7 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Beginning in this issue are "Ghost Stories" as told by the night watchman of the cemetery, and featuring artwork by Dave Berg. Could this have been an EC prototype? Overstreet points out that aside from having "Eisnerish" art, there is apparently a hidden message saying "Chic Stone is a jerk." This superior example from the Mile High collection holds the highest grade awarded by CGC for this issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,050. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3324 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,151.00
Daredevil Comics #14 Mile High pedigree (Lev Gleason, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Basil Wolverton's Scoop Scuttle is among the features backing up the title character in this issue. Daredevil is hard to miss on Charles Biro's cover; see why Overstreet called Daredevil's outfit an "unprecedented costume of dichromatic symmetry" (same goes for his mask). Also starring in his own feature was the villainous Claw. This is the highest-graded copy of the issue that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $840. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3493 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,990.00
Tales From the Crypt #23 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Attention, Al Feldstein fans: This issue was the last of the series to have Feldstein interior art, reportedly because he was too busy with all of his editing and writing chores for EC. He did continue to contribute covers, though, and this cover's by him as well. Meanwhile, this issue has Jack Davis' first art for this title; it's the story of a businessman who believes that seances are a bunch of nonsensical hocus-pocus until... you'll have to read the story. Also, Johnny Craig contributed art on a tale of two pals who witness a voodoo ritual and live to regret it. The issue also has art by "Ghastly" Graham Ingels.Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $810. CGC census 12/05: 5 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3112 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,932.50

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Tales From the Crypt #36 Gaines File pedigree 2/10 (EC, 1953) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. This copy's at the pinnacle of CGC's census, equaled by only one other! SEC had famously been caught red-handed appropriating plot ideas from Ray Bradbury tales, but by the time of this issue they were producing authorized versions of stories by the great horror and sci-fi writer. The one in this issue is illustrated by Graham Ingels. Other artists in the issue are Jack Davis (who also drew the cover), Jack Kamen, and George Evans. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $565. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3128 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,921.00

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Crime SuspenStories #3 Gaines File pedigree (EC, 1951) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. The Old Witch from The Haunt of Fear moderated "Blood Red Wine" in this issue, and it's her first story of this series. The tale adapts Edgar Allan Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado," with Graham Ingels providing the art. Meanwhile, Harvey Kurtzman handled art chores on "The Giggling Killer." The issue's other artists are Johnny Craig (cover and one story) and Wally Wood. And no copy of the issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Note that while CGC has certified this comic as a Gaines File Copy, no certificate accompanies this lot. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $575. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3019 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,898.00

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Vault of Horror #20 Gaines File pedigree 11/12 (EC, 1951) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. The mob rules on this busy Johnny Craig "kill the vampire" cover. Craig, Jack Davis, Jack Kamen, and Graham Ingels all provide story art. This one is simply gorgeous, with exceptional cover color and perfect white interior pages. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $535. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3162 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,765.75

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Weird Fantasy #15 (#3) Gaines File pedigree (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Take a trip in Outer Space, courtesy of this colorful Al Feldstein cover. Feldstein, Harvey Kurtzman, Jack Kamen, and Wally Wood all contribute story art. Although CGC recognizes this as a Gaines File Copy, no certificate accompanies this book. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $870. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3187 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,760.00
Weird Science #16 Gaines File pedigree 2/11 (EC, 1952) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. It's "Invaders from Mars" time, as youngsters spot an alien landing party on this colorful Wally Wood cover. Think anyone will believe them? Wood, Al Williamson, Jack Kamen, and Joe Orlando story art is featured. It's a good thing this incredible pedigreed gem has been encapsulated by CGC, or you might risk putting out an eye on its super sharp corners! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $520. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3214 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,691.00
Haunt of Fear #7 Gaines File pedigree 3/12 (EC, 1951) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. Here's a spectacular copy of this horror mag. The issue has the Old Witch spinning two yarns and her fellow GhouLunatics, the Vault-Keeper and the Crypt-Keeper, telling one tale each. Johnny Craig's cover ties into a Graham Ingels-drawn tale about a youngster obsessed with getting the last available spot in the family mausoleum. But instead of choosing suicide, he chooses murder... Craig, Jack Davis, and Jack Kamen also contributed art to the issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $610. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3056 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,587.50
Tales From the Crypt #25 Gaines File pedigree 7/12 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Al Feldstein's "night in the wax museum" cover gets things off to a nice gruesome start! Jack Davis, Wally Wood, Jack Kamen, and Graham Ingels keep the artistic chills coming inside. This beautiful File Copy is bested by only one other in the current CGC census report. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $810. CGC census 12/05: 4 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3114 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,541.50
Four Color #38 Roy Rogers - Crowley Copy pedigree (Dell, 1944) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages. Here's the first comic book featuring movie and singing cowboy star Roy Rogers, a book which also has the distinction of being the first Western comic to feature a photo cover. On the back cover is a photo of Roy sitting upon his trusted steed, Trigger. Burris Jenkins is listed as the artist on this initial offering, with stories provided by Gaylord DuBois. Of the scant four copies of this issue certified by CGC to date, this one ranks number one -- with a bullet! Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,677; NM- 9.2 value = $3,700. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3577 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,535.75
Haunt of Fear #8 Gaines File pedigree 10/12 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Noted for its Overstreet-designated "classic" cover by Al Feldstein, this issue also features the interior art of Jack Davis, Graham Ingels, and George Roussos. The wonderful copy from William Gaines' private stash has been bested in CGC grade by only one other copy. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $655. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3057 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,530.00
Weird Science #7 5/10 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Al Feldstein contributes a colorful "landing party" cover, featuring a crew of style-conscious space explorers and a classic, 1950s-vintage finned rocket ship. Al is joined by artists Jack Kamen, Harvey Kurtzman ("Gregory Had a Model T"), and Wally Wood inside. This Gaines File Copy is a real honey! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $695. CGC census 12/05: 5 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3206 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,530.00

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Weird Science #9 Gaines File pedigree 10/12 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. No one, but no one could draw hideous aliens like Wally Wood, and on this cover (his first for EC), he really delivers the goods. Story artists include Wood (twice), Jack Kamen, and guest artist George Olesen. Vibrant cover color and gloss tell you right away this is a copy from publisher Bill Gaines' private stash. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $695. CGC census 12/05: 5 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3209 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,530.00

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Weird Science #10 Gaines File pedigree 4/11 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Wally Wood pulls out all the stops in his incredible cover illustration, complete with a bug-eyed creature and sky full of stars, moons, and whatnot. Wood, Jack Kamen, and Joe Orlando are all featured story artists. This colorful pedigreed copy is unsurpassed in the current CGC census. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $695. CGC census 12/05: 5 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 3210 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,530.00

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