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Whiz Comics #2 (#1) (Fawcett, 1940) CGC FN- 5.5 Off white to white pages. Gangway for Captain Marvel, Billy Batson, Spy Smasher, Ibis the Invincible, Golden Arrow, Dr. Thaddeus Sivana, and more, all debuting within the pages of this historic comic. Currently ranking #10 in Overstreet's list of Top Golden Age Books, this first issue of Whiz (which got its odd numbering due to legal reasons concerning the original "ash-can" version) would set the stage for the heroic character who would, for a time, become the most popular of all comic book "mystery men." Lovingly nicknamed the Big Red Cheese, Captain Marvel was the creation of editor Bill Parker, and designed by artist C. C. Beck, supposedly with actor Fred MacMurray in mind. Beck drew several features in this issue, including the origin stories of Ibis and Spy Smasher. Very few unrestored copies of this comic are currently known to exist, with none graded over VF+, according to data supplied by CGC. The solid copy is bested by only two other CGC-certified copies to date! Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $21,000. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 5.5, 2 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4410 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $21,275.00
Silver Streak Comics #6 (Lev Gleason, 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 Cream to off-white pages. The origin and first appearance of the original Daredevil is what gives this issue its place among the 100 most valuable Golden Age comic books, and this is by far the nicest copy we've seen of this key issue. In fact, the runner-up in CGC's census is a mere 5.5! Daredevil doesn't appear on the cover, and he was a backup feature in this initial appearance. His distinctive costume was blue and yellow for this first appearance only, and drawn by Jack Binder. According to legend, editor Jack Cole saw Daredevil as the ideal opposition to the ultra-powerful villain the Claw, which is why a multi-issue battle between the two started in the next issue. It proved to be a key moment in the history of this young publisher (which wasn't even called Lev Gleason yet; it still bore the name Rhoda Publications with the abbreviation "YG" for Your Guide), with Daredevil soon earning his own title. This issue's called "scarce" by both Overstreet and Gerber. Of course, the other reason that people want this book is Cole's high-impact cover! CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $21,000. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4265 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $19,337.25
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #2 (Dell, 1940) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. This blows away any copy of this issue we had ever seen before, and as of this writing it tops CGC's census by a healthy margin too, as the only copy graded above FN+ 6.5. It's the second issue of the first regularly published Disney comic book -- what more do we need to say? With a legion of Disney collectors due to zero in on this lot, we recommend an aggressive bid. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $6,356; NM- 9.2 value = $9,000. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4393 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $16,100.00
Rangers Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (Fiction House, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. The cover colors of this Mile High book are a beauty to behold, and this copy's CGC's highest-graded by a wide margin, in fact it's the only one graded higher than 7.0 to date. Dan Zolnerowich drew the cover of this first issue, which like #2-7 was called Rangers of Freedom on the cover, named after the characters who were the book's lead feature. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $4,200. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4247 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $14,754.50
Whiz Comics #2 (#1) (Fawcett, 1940) CGC Apparent VF- 7.5 Slight (P) Off-white pages. The first Fawcett comic book to make it to newsstands, this issue has the origin and first newsstand appearance of Captain Marvel, who as Overstreet succinctly noted, "came from behind to eclipse the competition's best." The issue also has the first appearances of supporting characters Shazam (the old wizard) and Dr. Sivana, plus the first appearances of Spy Smasher, Ibis the Invincible, and Lance O'Casey, all long-running characters who had their own series at one time or another. Note that there is a small hairline crack on each side of the CGC slab, not affecting the integrity of the holder. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: very small color touch, split sealed, cleaned, reinforced." 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.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4409 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $9,200.00

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Master Comics #22 (Fawcett, 1942) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. The first cover appearance of Captain Marvel Jr. is just his second appearance overall (after Whiz Comics #25) and his first actual adventure! And he's thrown right into the fray, teaming with Bulletman to battle Captain Nazi (who makes only his third appearance here). Junior would be the cover star of the series for the next eleven years straight, and he was always at his best when drawn by Mac Raboy, who provided the cover and interior art for this issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $7,000. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4152 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $7,475.00
Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies Comics #1 (Dell, 1941) CGC FN- 5.5 Cream to off-white pages. The first comic book appearances Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, and Elmer Fudd make this one of the few most important comic books of the cartoon-character genre. It's on Overstreet's list of the 100 most valuable comic books, and only one copy of the issue has been graded higher than our offering. This premiere issue took gags directly from the cartoon shorts of the Leon Schlesinger characters. It started a 21-year comic book run for the Warner Brothers characters. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $3,000. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 5.5, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4121 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $6,325.00
Phantom Lady #14 (Fox Features Syndicate, 1947) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Here's the highest-graded copy of this issue, and the only one graded above 9.0 by CGC as of this writing. It's the second issue of this much-collected series, and thus only the second outing for the new, sexier Phantom Lady (who wasn't such a racy character in her previous appearances in Quality's Police Comics). The interior art is by "good girl" specialist Matt Baker. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $3,300. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4216 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $5,750.00
Arcade #1 Robert Crumb Fanzine (Crumb Brothers, 1960) Condition: GD/VG. Here's an incredible find for collectors searching for rare and unusual items pertaining to Underground Comix legend Robert Crumb. From the files of Crumb's good friend (and one-time brother-in-law) Marty Pahls, comes this extremely scarce mimeographed copy of Arcade #1. This is not Arcade the Comics Review, which was published in the mid 1970s, but a much earlier "homemade" comic book featuring Robert and brother Charles Crumb's cartooning. The "Arcade" name had been used by the brothers for their own personal notebooks; this is a more finished version sent out to a few close friends, and is not listed in Don Fiene's R. Crumb Checklist. The six-page 'zine is printed in purple on single-sided sheets of 8.5" x 11" paper. The cover is a rare editorial cartoon by Robert, depicting Jimmy Hoffa and other Teamster bosses mowing down their opposition. The interior presents a five-page adaptation of Robin Hood, starring Fritz the Cat, by Robert and Charles (note: this is a tighter version of the penciled strip featured in The Complete Crumb Volume One -- it appears to be the same basic story, but redrawn with changes). The condition of the 'zine is GD/VG, with the last page detached from a single staple holding the rest together. It's very doubtful many of these survived -- probably very few were produced in the first place. As a bonus, a folded 8.5" x 11" mailer from Robert to Marty from 1959, complete with a small original sketch of a Pooh-like bear cub, is included with this lot. (Total: 2 Items)
Auction 819 | Lot: 4525 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $4,025.00

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Top-Notch Comics #23 Mile High pedigree (MLJ, 1942) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. Be prepared to be amazed by the remarkably fresh condition of this pre-World War II comic book, starring the Black Hood, the Wizard, and Roy, the Super-Boy. This beauty of a book has incredible gloss, rich color, and creamy smooth surfaces. You'll have to go back in time to ever find a better copy! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $900. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4381 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,593.75
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #1 (Dell, 1940) CGC VG+ 4.5 White pages. Here is the first issue of one of the longest-running comic series of all time, with Donald Duck newspaper strip reprints by Al Taliaferro, and Floyd Gottfredson's Mickey Mouse beginning in this issue. A clean copy with a nice spine and deep colors, only a crease down the back cover and other minor flaws keep this copy from grading higher. Overstreet 2005 VG 4.0 value = $3,200. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 4.5, 6 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4392 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,507.50
Jackie Robinson #4 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1950) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white pages. Here's that "Dashing Dodger" again, headlining a true gem of a pedigreed comic book. A photo cover of Jackie eluding the tag is capped by another photo insert of Brooklyn's color-barrier beater. Needless to say, this copy is unsurpassed in the current CGC census report for this issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $575. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4074 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,450.00
Four Color #386 Uncle Scrooge in "Only a Poor Old Man" (Dell, 1952) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. Donald Duck's miserly Uncle Scrooge was the creation of the "Good Duck Artist," Carl Barks. This Four Color issue, featuring a book-length adventure by Barks, is the first in a long series of much-loved solo Scrooge comics. This classic tale has been reprinted many times, but there's no bigger thrill for Duck fans than owning the original edition -- especially a nice copy like this one! Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,304; NM- 9.2 value = $1,800. CGC census 12/05: 7 in 9.0, 4 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4010 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $3,317.75
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #33 (Dell, 1943) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. This is the finest copy in CGC's census as of this writing, and it's a great issue to have, too -- it's got one of Carl Barks' earliest Donald Duck stories, plus there's an infinity cover by Carl Buettner. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,350. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4398 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,990.00
Master Comics #31 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Great cover gloss, perfect edges, and white pages characterize this Mile High copy. It's one of only two that have been certified by CGC as of this writing, with the other far behind at 7.5. Captain Marvel Jr. is the star of the issue, drawn by his signature artist Mac Raboy. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $850. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4156 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,530.00
Plastic Man #nn (#1) (Quality, 1943) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. It's no "stretch" to say that this is a very appealing copy of this white-cover issue. Plas' adventures are from the fertile mind and skilled drawing hand of his creator, Jack Cole. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2,691. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 8.0, 2 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4229 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,415.00
Zip Comics #6 (MLJ, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Charles Biro drew Steel Sterling in action on this issue's cover as well as in the story featuring this "Man of Steel." Mort Meskin is among the other artists in this Archie superhero book. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,750. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4470 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,415.00
Jumbo Comics #2 (Fiction House, 1938) Condition: FN-. Very early Jack Kirby art is just one highlight of this oversized comic, which is called "rare" by Overstreet and assigned a "7" by Gerber. Kirby's first published comic book work was the previous issue of this series; here you can see his style shining through on both "The Count of Monte Cristo" (signed "Jack Curtiss") and "The Diary of Dr. Hayward" (signed "Curt Davis"). The origin of Sheena, Queen of the Jungle, is told for the first time in this issue, drawn by ace artist Mort Meskin. There were many other big-name contributors as well, including Bob Kane, who drew multiple gag features, and Dick Briefer, who drew the Hunchback of Notre Dame. Another feature spotlights everyone's favorite dummy, Charlie McCarthy. This oversized monster measures 10.5" x 14.5", and it's printed on alternating red and green paper! As with #1, Overstreet doesn't list a grade above VF, and in all likelihood, this is one of the very best surviving copies. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $2,040.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4091 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,300.00
Target Comics V2#5 Mile High pedigree (Novelty Press, 1941) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Here is a stunner for the aficionado of "highest-graded copies". This beautiful book is far and away the highest graded in CGC's most recent census, with the next contender being a distant FN- 5.5. The Target and the Targeteers are featured on the cover, which is by future Lev Gleason stalwart Bob Wood. Basil Wolverton contributed a Spacehawk story. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $800. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4317 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,300.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #34 (Dell, 1943) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. This is the only copy of the issue graded above 6.0 by CGC as of this writing. This comic has the start of the Gremlins feature drawn by Walt Kelly, plus there's a Donald Duck story written and drawn by Carl Barks. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,100. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4400 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,300.00
The Lone Ranger #10-145 Box Lot (Dell, 1949-62). Here's a solid, uninterrupted run of 13 years' worth of the Lone Ranger, extending all the way through the end of the Dell series! All of the photo covers featuring Clayton Moore are present here, as are all of the painted covers by Ernest Nordli. Condition is as follows: issues 10-74 average VG-; 75-105 average VG/FN; 106-145 average FN. Approximate Overstreet value for group = $3,100.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4117 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,185.00
Ibis The Invincible #1 Rockford pedigree (Fawcett, 1943) CGC VF+ 8.5 Cream to off-white pages. This superb cover showcases the clean, graceful trademark style artist Mac Raboy was known for. Also included in this issue is the art of none other than Dave Berg, who wrote and illustrated the adventure of time-travelling Sir Butch from Brooklyn. Even though this title only lasted six-issues, Ibis went on to become one of Fawcett's most popular supporting characters. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,344; VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,072. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 8.5, 2 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4070 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,070.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #32 File Copy (Dell, 1943) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. Carl Barks wrote his first full Donald Duck story for this issue after doing some re-writing on the previous issue's Duck tale. Carl Buettner is credited with the cover. This file copy's the highest-graded specimen in CGC's census as of this writing. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,427; NM- 9.2 value = $1,950. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4397 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $2,070.00
Mickey Mouse Magazine V5#10 File Copy (K. K. Publications, Inc., 1940) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. This book, one of the last to feature a 32-page mix of comics, games, and text pieces, was a special Independence Day issue. Donald Duck is once again the cover star, as he would be throughout most of the later Walt Disney's Comics and Stories run. A Donald story inside ("Bone Trouble") featured gags written by Carl Barks. This lovely File Copy is by far the current CGC census champ, beating out the two other copies listed. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $725. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4196 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,955.00
Funny Pages #35 (Centaur, 1940) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. "Classic Arrow cover" is Overstreet's notation on this issue. Like all Centaurs, this one's not easy to find, earning Gerber's "7" rating. Paul Gustavson drew the cover and provided interior art for the issue as well. The white snow on the cover is prone to smudging, so you'll be pleased to find those areas unblemished on this gem, which is tied for the highest grade that CGC has assigned to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,538. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 8.0, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4022 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,897.50
The Funnies #1 Larson pedigree (Dell, 1936) CGC VF- 7.5 Cream to off-white pages. This first book features many classic cartoon strip characters including Alley-Oop, Boots, Captain Easy, Dan Dunn, Freckles, Mutt and Jeff, Re'glar Fellers, and Tailspin Tommy -- many in their first appearances. As such, it marks the transition from the Platinum Age into the Golden Age of comics, and is one of the scarcest issues in the series. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $2,096. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 7.5, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4017 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,840.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #31 (Dell, 1943) CGC VF- 7.5 White pages. This series' first original Donald Duck story was also the first in this series drawn by Carl Barks! And while Barks had drawn Donald before in Four Color #9, this was his first writing contribution to the character, as he did a bit of rewriting on the 10-page Duck tale. He was then asked to write the next issue's story, and thus began an amazing run of over two decades as the main creator of this series' Donald Duck stories. Since Barks' acclaim stems from his fantastic plotting as much as his artwork, this is a milestone issue any way you look at it. By the way, the issue has another big-name contributor in Walt Kelly, who's credited with the "Buy War Bonds" cover. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,950. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 7.5, 3 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4396 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,782.50
Four Color #495 Uncle Scrooge (Dell, 1953) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. The "Horseradish Treasure" story is featured in this third and final Four Color issue (regular numbering begins with the next issue, #4), with story and art by Carl Barks. This is the issue that introduced Scrooge's lucky Number One Dime. This is a wonderful, glossy copy. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $725. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4012 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,725.00
Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies Comics #10 (Dell, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. Flag cover by Leon Schlesinger. This is the highest-graded copy of this issue certified by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $875. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4123 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,725.00
The Thing! #8 Bethlehem pedigree (Charlton, 1953) CGC NM+ 9.6 Cream to off-white pages. While this title is noted for its often gruesome covers and violent content, this particular copy of issue #8 is noted for its extremely sharp condition. Only a light bit of paper toning keeps this cherry-picked copy from achieving gem-mint status. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $735. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4329 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,725.00
Strange Stories from Another World #5 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1953) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This Norman Saunders painted cover speaks for itself, or rather scares for itself, yikes! This was the last issue of the title. Our copy is the only one certified above 9.0 by CGC as of this writing. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $460. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4288 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,667.50
Tarzan #1 (Dell, 1948) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Here's the start of a run that took the Lord of the Jungle through 258 issues, three publishers, and almost 30 years. Jesse Marsh drew the cover and provided interior art. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,750. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4319 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,661.75
Military Comics #19 San Francisco pedigree (Quality, 1943) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This copy's truly outstanding. Yes, we know the Mile High copy tops it in CGC's census, but the Edgar Church copy, while a beautiful book, does have a dust shadow on the back, while this Tom Reilly copy doesn't, so the winning bidder for this specimen is sure to be delighted. In this issue, King Cobra organizes the Rattlesnakes, an evil counterpart to the Blackhawks! The issue's cover and interior art are by Reed Crandall. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $975. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4201 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,610.00
Phantom Lady #15 (Fox Features Syndicate, 1947) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. Matt Baker created another "headlights" masterpiece with this classic cover; his fantastic art is also featured inside. In this issue, Phantom Lady is injected with an experimental drug. This incredible series has been highly prized by collectors for years, and nice copies are always snapped up instantly. Here is your chance to own a very attractive copy from this terrific run. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $1,588; VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,444. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 8.5, 4 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4218 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,610.00
Strange Stories from Another World #4 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1952) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. The painted covers by pulp ace Norman Saunders are what collectors love about this series. This copy's the only 9.4, and highest-graded copy overall, that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $460. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4287 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,552.50
Strange Suspense Stories #4 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1952) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. A pre-Code horror book in 9.4 condition is always a nice find. This one has art by a fellow who also had EC on his resume, namely George Evans. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $480. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4290 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,552.50
Single Series #20 Tarzan (United Features Syndicate, 1940) CGC VF+ 8.5 White pages. "The three most valuable comics (in the early days of comic collecting in the mid-1960s) were Action Comics #1... Whiz #1... and Single Series #20," wrote Mike Benton in Comics Feature, going on to note that all three books were worth a whopping $75 to $100 even way back then. While this issue no longer quite breathes the same rarified air as the other two keys, it's still one to go after as an early Tarzan book with Hal Foster art. No copy has been graded higher by CGC to date. Overstreet 2005 VF 8.0 value = $719; VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,110. CGC census 12/05: 3 in 8.5, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4266 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,495.00
The Thing! #17 Northford pedigree (Charlton, 1954) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white page. Here's a beautiful, flawless black-background copy of this last issue of this title. Steve Ditko provides a colorful sorcerer cover, which brings to mind his later work on Dr. Strange for Marvel. Inside, there's a classic parody of "Through the Looking Glass" by Bob Powell. Art by another future Marvel regular, Dick Ayers, is featured inside as well. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $975. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4331 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,495.00
This Magazine Is Haunted #13 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1953) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Here's a heads-up for you: a severed head cover (and story) is the featured attraction in this issue! The book's team of artists is "headed" by Sheldon Moldoff, who drew the cover in addition to contributing interior art. And this copy "heads" CGC's census as the only 9.4 to be certified as of this writing. In fact, we'll "stick our neck out" and say it's the best existing specimen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $440. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4341 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,495.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #35 (Dell, 1943) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Here's an amazing copy for you -- check out the whites on the back cover, with not even a hint of a dust shadow or the like. The issue has a Donald Duck story by Carl Barks, and the cover's credited to Walt Kelly. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $1,000. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4401 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,495.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #22 Carson City pedigree (Dell, 1942) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. A superb flag cover by Carl Buettner makes this issue especially collectible. This fresh-looking copy is topped by only one other in CGC's current census. Overstreet 2005 VF/NM 9.0 value = $483; NM- 9.2 value = $660. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4395 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,380.00
Eerie #1 First Printing (Warren, 1965) Condition: NM-. This is the first time we've seen a first printing of this premiere issue! Note that CGC does not currently encapsulate this small-format magazine, so only "raw" copies are available, but this NM- specimen is sure to please. The bald-headed man on page 18, panel 5 is not visible in the solid black area (an indication that this is a first printing). The lines on the roof of the house on page 1 are distinct (these lines are broken on one well-known counterfeit of the issue). This issue is for all intents and purposes an ashcan; it never reached newsstands, and only a couple of hundred copies were printed to secure copyright to the title and logo. It's possibly the most difficult Warren item to find, so don't pass this one by! Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $500.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4476 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,380.00
Top-Notch Comics #27 Mile High pedigree (MLJ, 1942) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. Here's the highest-graded copy of the last "serious" issue of this title. With the next issue it became Top-Notch Laugh Comics, and crimefighters had to share space with gag strips. This one's an all-hero affair (well, except for a Snoop McGook feature). The "Remember Pearl Harbor" refers to the Wizard story inside the issue, while on the cover the Wizard and the Black Hood have other Axis axes to grind. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $900. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4383 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,322.50
Four Color #356 Donald Duck in "Rags to Riches" - Crowley Copy pedigree (Dell, 1951) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. A Carl Barks cover is the icing on the cake with this beautiful copy. Fawcett editor Wendell Crowley liked to keep up with the competition, picking up comics like this from all publishers. This one was his copy, and it's currently at the top of CGC's census chart for this issue. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $275. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4009 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,265.00
Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies Comics #1 (Dell, 1941) CGC Apparent GD 2.0 Slight (P) Cream to off-white pages. This book's significance make it a must-have for the funny animal collector in any grade you can find it in! And considering that CGC has only certified one unrestored copy above FN- 5.5, a high-grade copy is pretty much a pipe dream. Here's why you need the book even in this grade: it's got the first comic book appearances of Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Daffy Duck, and Elmer Fudd! Th-th-th-that's a lot, folks. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: spine split sealed to cover." Overstreet 2005 GD 2.0 value = $1,000.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4122 | Jan 21, 2006

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Our Gang #1 Carson City pedigree (Dell, 1942) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. Hal Roach's lovable Little Rascals were regularly seen at the movies from 1922 until 1944. Starring an ever-revolving cast of kid actors, this series was beloved by millions, especially after television reruns began in the late 1950s. In addition to the film shorts, this series of comic books was produced by Dell, beginning with this first issue. Like in the movies themselves, the cast of children making up Our Gang continued to change as kids grew up and younger children joined in. These Gang stories were written and drawn for over seven years by Walt Kelly, who also provided the covers (until MGM's animated cat and mouse team Tom and Jerry took over the cover position with issue #37). In time, the book would become Tom and Jerry Comics. A tough book to find in any condition, this pedigreed copy displays lots of great eye-appeal. By the way, that's Janet, Micky, Spanky, Froggy, and Buckwheat (who preferred to be called Bucky as this series progressed) on the cover; there's a photo of them on the back cover as well. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $255; VF 8.0 value = $638. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 7.0, 2 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4211 | Jan 21, 2006

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Plastic Man #nn (#1) Rockford pedigree (Quality, 1943) CGC FN 6.0 Off-white pages. Stretching out of the pages of Police Comics and into his own title was Plastic Man, in stories and art by Jack Cole which are still beloved today. This issue started off a thirteen-year run. Overstreet 2005 FN 6.0 value = $1,242. CGC census 12/05: 1 in 6.0, 6 higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4230 | Jan 21, 2006

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This Magazine Is Haunted #10 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1953) CGC NM- 9.2 Cream to off-white pages. Gerber's Photo Journal notes "classic cover" for this issue while assigning the book an "uncommon" rating. We hadn't had the opportunity to offer this issue with its severed-head cover before. If you can't make out Doctor Death's quote on our catalog photo, he's saying, "...even with all my experience with death and the supernatural, I shake in my boots at the sight of some people." Yikes! The cover's by Sheldon Moldoff. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $475. CGC census 12/05: 2 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 819 | Lot: 4338 | Jan 21, 2006

Sold For: $1,265.00

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