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Daring Mystery Comics #1 Denver pedigree Timely, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This milestone Timely hit the newsstands just three months after Marvel Comics #1, and well before first issues of better-known titles such as Human Torch Comics and Sub-Mariner Comics. The cover is quintessential Alex Schomburg -- bondage, hooded bad guys, and action galore. The futuristic theme featured the Fiery Mask, a character whose origin and first appearance could be found inside. This brilliant Denver pedigree copy could have come from the "other" premier pedigree from Colorado -- it is magnificent! The issue itself is Gerber "scarce", underscored by the total number of unrestored copies CGC has certified to date, a mere five. And, no other copy has been graded nicer than FN 6.0! Joe Simon contributed interior art. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $33,000. CGC census 03/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3592 | May 13, 2006

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Captain America Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream to off-white pages. The origin and first appearance of Captain America, this is one of the ten most valuable comic books in Overstreet's ranking, and it brings together everything you could ask for. It was a groundbreaking book: though Cap wasn't the first patriotic hero, he was the best of the bunch thanks to the fantastic visuals of Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. The cover with Cap punching Hitler came months before the USA entered the war, and at a time when most comics were referring to the Nazi menace in an oblique fashion if at all. Then there's the fact that Cap's most memorable villain, the Red Skull, first appeared in the issue, as did Cap's sidekick Bucky. Simply a must for any Timely/Marvel collector! Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $21,950; VF 8.0 value = $51,000. CGC census 3/06: 4 in 6.5, 11 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3575 | May 13, 2006

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Superman #1 (DC, 1939) CGC Apparent VG/FN 5.0 Extensive (P) Cream to off-white pages. Not only is this one of the five most valuable comic issues ever published, it's one of the most significant comics ever published as well. At a time when all comics were either newspaper-strip reprints, cartoon-character vehicles, or anthology titles like Action or Detective, this series devoted an entire comic to a character who was created for the comic book medium... and this new series was a huge success! The famous cover is by Superman's co-creator Joe Shuster. To get an idea of how this book electrified kids of the time, just ask Ron Seawright, who bought this very copy at a drugstore in Hermosa Beach, CA as a young boy in 1939: "A friend of the family told me excitedly about 'a new comic that just came out about a strong man with a cape who could fly, jump over buildings, lift cars and everything'," he says, "back then they didn't have a word for superhero." A few years later, the patriotic youngster, whose father was in the service, did what he could for the war effort by taking his comic collection to donate to a USO paper drive, even parting with his Detective Comics #27. But Mr. Seawright, now 72, told us to pass this on to our bidders: "I didn't donate my Superman comics to the USO... I saved them for you." CGC notes, "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cleaned, reinforced." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $18,250; VG 4.0 value = $36,500; FN 6.0 value = $54,750.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3525 | May 13, 2006

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Sensation Comics #1 (DC, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. This key comic is listed among the 30 most valuable comics by Overstreet, and our copy is one of the best you'll find. It's the second appearance of the number one superheroine in comics, Wonder Woman, in an issue released just one month after she was first seen 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 packed a punch: 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. The number of existing copies of this issue is "less than average" according to Gerber. Coupled with Wonder Woman's ever-increasing popularity, that means this book will only become more sought-after with the passage of time. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $19,950; VF/NM 9.0 value = $34,475. CGC census 3/05: 4 in 8.5, 3 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3482 | May 13, 2006

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All-American Comics #16 (DC, 1940) CGC Apparent VF+ 8.5 Extensive (P) Off-white pages. The story with Green Lantern's origin and first appearance is what makes this one of the five most valuable comic book issues. The main reason it's valued higher than the debuts of other top DC heroes (Wonder Woman, the Flash, etc.) is because of the scarcity of the book: Overstreet calls it "rare," while Gerber gives it a 7, meaning "scarce." The origin has been called an updated version of the "Aladdin's Lamp" story -- it's by Martin Nodell, credited as "Mart Dellon," who created the character and got some help on this issue's script from Bill Finger of Batman fame. 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, "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cleaned, reinforced." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $9,650; VG 4.0 value = $19,300; FN 6.0 value = $28,950; VF 8.0 value = $77,200; VF/NM 9.0 value = $138,600.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3304 | May 13, 2006

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The Big All-American Comic Book #1 Hawkeye pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. A square bound comic that has 128 pages and is over 60 years old would almost never be found in top condition, so a NM- copy is quite a treat indeed. Boy, did this giant issue offer kids their money's worth; just listing the characters would take us quite a while. This comic is from the days when M. C. Gaines' All-American Comics (which published All-Star Comics, Flash Comics, and Sensation Comics) was essentially a separate branch of DC (home of Detective Comics, Action Comics, and more). We believe every significant All-American Comics character is present in this book, not only top superheroes like Flash, Wonder Woman, and Green Lantern (and just about every other Justice Society member too), but humor standbys like Mutt and Jeff, and Sheldon Mayer's Scribbly. The list of artists is pretty impressive, too, including Joe Kubert, E. E. Hibbard, Sheldon Mayer, and others. By the way, it's a significant comic in Kubert's career, as it's the very first time the artist worked on Hawkman. Also, some refer to this as the first DC annual. Interest in the book is mounting -- it was added to Overstreet's list of the 100 most valuable Golden Age books last year, and has retained that status this year. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $15,300. CGC census 03/06: 1 in 9.2, 1 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3373 | May 13, 2006

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Wonder Woman #1 Rockford pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. How big of a hit was Wonder Woman? Well, this first issue of her own title came out only about half a year after her debut in All Star Comics #8, and she had spent the interim appearing monthly in Sensation Comics. This first issue of the new title started a four-decade run. She has been called "the only mythological character to flourish in the comics format," and we can't think of another to do so until Thor appeared some two decades later. Wonder Woman's early adventures, written by William Moulton Marston and drawn by H. G. Peter, still fascinate today. As you might expect from a #1 issue, the heroine's origin story is retold and expanded upon here. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $17,000. CGC census 3/06: 4 in 7.5, 6 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3555 | May 13, 2006

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Crypt of Terror #17 Gaines File pedigree 2/10 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. This book is currently sixth on Overstreet's list of the most valuable horror books. That's because this is the very first New Trend EC book to hit newsstands! Though the Crypt-Keeper first appeared in Crime Patrol, the book 100 Greatest Comic Books notes, "The impact of the Crypt-Keeper starts in Crypt of Terror #17," and ranks this issue among the 20 greatest comic books. This first issue is #17 because EC continued the numbering of Crime Patrol, then published three issues under this name before the title change to the now-famous Tales From the Crypt. This issue has a Johnny Craig cover, with interior art by Craig, Al Feldstein, and George Roussos. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $4,300. CGC census 3/06: 3 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3027 | May 13, 2006

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Adventure Comics #40 (DC, 1939) CGC GD/VG 3.0 Cream to off-white pages. An unrestored copy of this much sought-after comic is a welcome sight indeed! This issue is currently ranked #11 on Overstreet's list of the most valuable comic books, and it received Overstreet's seldom-used "rare" designation. It's got the Adventure debut of the Sandman, one of the earliest superheroes in comics and the first costumed hero to appear in this long-running series. Overstreet once noted the Sandman's significance as "a transition crime fighter who stuck tenaciously to the trusty regalia of the pulp heroes." The character's first published appearance was in the 1939 New York World's Fair Comics, but this issue's story is believed to have been created before that one. Bert Christman, who later met his death in World War II, was the artist on the feature, but the cover is the work of Creig Flessel, and it's that classic image that solidifies this issue's status as an enduring collectible. Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $4,500; VG 4.0 value = $9,000. CGC census 4/06: 1 in 3.0, 7 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3277 | May 13, 2006

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Superman #2 (DC, 1939) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. This book's on Overstreet's list of the 100 most valuable Golden Age comics, and a mere two copies have been graded higher by CGC to date! The content consists of reprints of the Superman newspaper strip, written by Jerry Siegel and drawn by Joe Shuster and Paul Cassidy. The fact that early stills from the upcoming Superman movie have the character wearing Golden Age-style garb (with the smaller S) can only help the investment potential of this early issue. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $8,955. CGC census 1/06: 2 in 8.0, 2 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3526 | May 13, 2006

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Weird Science #12 (#1) Gaines File pedigree 4/9 (EC, 1950) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Here's a pedigreed copy of the very first issue of this important title, in near-perfect condition. Al Feldstein's cover sets the tone, and interior art by Feldstein, Harvey Kurtzman (the classic story "Lost in the Microcosm"), Jack Kamen, and the team of Harry Harrison and Wally Wood keep things flying high. The Harrison/Wood story "Dream of Doom" parodies the entire EC staff. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $3,000. CGC census 05/06: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3185 | May 13, 2006

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Shock SuspenStories #6 Gaines File Copy 4/12 (EC, 1952) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. This title is rife with riveting covers, four earning "classic" designation by Overstreet. Moreover, most issues rate individual comments in the Guide, with a select few garnering mention in Seduction of the Innocent, Reader's Digest, and the Senate investigation hearings of the mid-1950s. Even such a storied legacy fails to overshadow Wally Wood's hooded vigilante/bondage cover. The interior art by Wood, Jack Kamen, Joe Orlando, and Graham Ingels is no less classic. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $675. CGC census 3/06: 2 in 9.8, 1 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3108 | May 13, 2006

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Flash Comics #63 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1945) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages. As the story goes, the later Tom Reilly/San Francisco books were never actually read, and how else would you explain the amazing condition of this copy? It's the only copy graded above 8.0 by CGC as of this writing. The early style of Joe Kubert is on display on this cover, and Kubert drew the Hawkman story inside the issue as well. Also appearing in the issue are the Flash, Johnny Thunder, and the Ghost Patrol. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,050. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3427 | May 13, 2006

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Green Lantern #1 (DC, 1941) CGC FN+ 6.5 Cream to off-white pages. This issue is currently ranked #16 on Overstreet's list of the most valuable comic books. It's the first issue of Green Lantern's solo title, which the character earned after his successful debut in All-American Comics. The origin of Alan Scott, the Golden Age bearer of the ring, is retold in this issue, which features a cover by Howard Purcell and interior art by GL's creator Martin Nodell. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $9,000; VF 8.0 value = $24,000. CGC census 4/06: 2 in 6.5, 12 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3439 | May 13, 2006

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Superboy #1 (DC, 1949) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. This key debut issue doesn't even feature the title character on the cover -- instead, it's the grown-up Superman who is seen enticing kids to turn the pages. The adventures of Superman as a boy was a natural idea. Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel, fresh from a stint in the military, created the first Superboy stories, which originally saw print in More Fun Comics before this spinoff title was released in 1949. A thirty year run was the result. This sharp copy is sure to please, with no major problems or defects to report. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $5,432; VF/NM 9.0 value = $9,116. CGC census 3/06: 3 in 8.5, 2 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3516 | May 13, 2006

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All Winners Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Cream to off-white pages. It's no wonder this issue is listed among Overstreet's 40 most valuable Golden Age books, as it's got everything the Timely fan could ask for. The Human Torch, Captain America, the Sub-Mariner, Black Marvel, and the Angel are all on hand here. And while those heroes star in separate features, a text story by youngster Stan Lee has the first appearance of the All-Winners Squad, who wouldn't make a panel appearance until #19! The lineup of artists is impressive too: Simon and Kirby, Carl Burgos, and Bill Everett all contributed interior art, and Alex Schomburg is credited with the cover. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $6,000; VF 8.0 value = $15,000. CGC census 3/06: 3 in 7.0, 9 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3567 | May 13, 2006

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Flash Comics #59 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. The San Francisco copy is often the highest-graded of a given Golden Age issue, and that holds true once again here. In fact, this is the only copy certified with a grade above 8.5 to date. Sheldon Moldoff handled art chores on the cover and the Hawkman story (which features the first appearance of the Pied Piper). The cast also includes the Flash, Johnny Thunder, and the Ghost Patrol. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,175. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3425 | May 13, 2006

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Mighty Mouse #1 Vancouver pedigree (Timely, 1946) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. We feel comfortable asserting that this is the nicest existing copy of this issue. We have seen the Mile High copy, and while that one's fantastic too, it doesn't have the astonishing whites of this Vancouver book. We urge you to examine the back-cover scan on our website and you'll see what we mean! This was the first comic book devoted entirely to Mighty Mouse, who had previously appeared in the pages of Terry-Toons Comics. In the ensuing decades, generations of fans have enjoyed the character, who has been published by many different companies over the years -- it may surprise some that he began at the same company that published the Human Torch and Captain America! As such, both fans of the character and Timely completists will be competing for this item, and thus we expect spirited bidding for this one. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,850. CGC census 4/06: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3627 | May 13, 2006

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Sub-Mariner Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC Apparent FN/VF 7.0 Slight (P) Cream to off-white pages. As this is one of the most sought-after Timely books, don't let the purple label put you off, especially since it's only got slight restoration. Look at all you're getting for your bidding dollar: a great "upsy-Nazi" cover by Alex Schomburg, a Sub-Mariner story drawn by his creator Bill Everett, and an Angel adventure as well. No wonder this issue is ranked among the 20 most valuable comic books by Overstreet. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $2,750; VG 4.0 value = $5,500; FN 6.0 value = $8,250; VF 8.0 value = $22,000.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3637 | May 13, 2006

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Batman #18 Spokane pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. Just when we thought this catalog's Batman selection couldn't get any better, we got our hands on this copy, which bears the highest grade CGC has assigned for the issue to date! This cover is a favorite of many, thanks to Hitler, Mussolini, and Hirohito all getting what's coming to them. Inside the comic, the Dynamic Duo takes on Tweedledum and Tweedledee, and another story has the death of the "Crime Surgeon," Matthew Thorne. The interior art is by Jerry Robinson and Jack Burnley. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,000; NM- 9.2 value = $4,100. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3358 | May 13, 2006

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Detective Comics #35 (DC, 1940) CGC GD/VG 3.0 Cream to off-white pages. A mere two copies have been certified with higher grades than this one to date! Where are the rest? Well, many (most?) have been restored, so the opportunity to grab a blue-label copy should be taken advantage of. This issue was the start of Batman's run as the permanent cover star of this title, a streak that's still going today! This particular issue is also famous for its splash panel, which shows Batman holding a smoking gun. It's tough to even think about passing up such an early adventure of one of the most collectible characters in comics. Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $1,056; VG 4.0 value = $2,112. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 3.0, 2 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3403 | May 13, 2006

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Green Lantern #4 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. Just as the original owner of the San Francisco collection did, Green Lantern and his faithful sidekick Doiby join the Army in this issue. We here at Heritage always get a little choked up whenever we see one of these gorgeous SF-pedigree books, knowing that young Tom Reilly, for whom these books were purchased and saved, was never able to return home from his war duties to enjoy them. This sparkling example needs a new home -- it's what Tom would have wanted! Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $4,400; NM- 9.2 value = $6,200. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3441 | May 13, 2006

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Superman #30 Crowley Copy pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. That exasperating imp, Mr. Mxyztplk, made his first appearance in this issue! The origin story of that prankster from the land of Zrfff is told here. The comic-relief villain didn't earn cover billing, but we'll excuse that oversight since what did make the cover is a great character piece by Jack Burnley, with Clark Kent being number one in Lois Lane's heart for a change. This book is from the collection of Wendell Crowley, who was an editor at Fawcett... obviously he made sure to check out what the competition was doing. Then again, he may have filed this one away without thumbing through it, explaining the amazing condition the book is in. This is the highest-graded copy of this issue that CGC has certified to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $3,350. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3542 | May 13, 2006

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Adventure Comics #85 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. This remains the only copy of the issue certified with a grade above 8.5 as of this writing. Simon and Kirby drew this issue's cover as well as the Sandman story inside the comic, and Kirby moved from the drawing board to the typewriter to script the Manhunter backup feature (drawn by Pierce Rice). Other features include regulars Starman and the Shining Knight. CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,600. CGC census 4/06: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3289 | May 13, 2006

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All Star Comics #3 (DC, 1940) CGC Apparent VF+ 8.5 Moderate (P) Off-white to white pages. "A breakthrough concept, second in importance only to the creation of the super hero" is how Overstreet once summarized the significance of this issue, the first appearance of the Justice Society of America, the first superhero group in comics. Some have even advanced the theory that the concept was unprecedented in all of fiction, as even the Knights of the Round Table didn't hold meetings before joining to vanquish a common opponent! The cover image is one of the most famous in the history of comics, and it's been imitated and paid homage to on many occasions (E. E. Hibbard is generally credited with the cover art). In the story, each JSAer recounts a recent adventure, and different artists drew these various chapters, among them Sheldon Moldoff, Martin Nodell, and Bernard Baily. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: color touch, tear seals, split sealed, cleaned, reinforced." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $3,611; VG 4.0 value = $7,222; FN 6.0 value = $10,833; VF 8.0 value = $27,600; VF/NM 9.0 value = $46,300.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3331 | May 13, 2006

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Detective Comics #31 (DC, 1939) CGC Apparent FN/VF 7.0 Extensive (P) White pages. With the exception of #27, this issue may have as many significant Batman "firsts" as most any other in the long run of the title that gave DC its name. The classic cover is by Bob Kane and Jerry Robinson. Inside are the first appearance of the Monk, Julie Madison (Bruce Wayne's first love interest), the Batplane and Batarang, and the first mention of the locale where Batman lives (then New York City). CGC notes, "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, pages/spine/staples reinforced." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $3,150; VG 4.0 value = $6,300; FN 6.0 value = $9,450; VF 8.0 value = $23,600.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3400 | May 13, 2006

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Comic Cavalcade #16 "D" Copy pedigree (DC, 1946) CGC NM- 9.2 Cream to off-white pages. This very attractive square bound comic stars the All-American "big guns," Wonder Woman, the Flash, and Green Lantern. E. E. Hibbard provided the circus-themed cover, while Martin Naydel and Paul Reinman handled art chores inside. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,240. CGC census 03/06: 2 in 9.2, 2 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3393 | May 13, 2006

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Adventure Comics #74 (DC, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Simon and Kirby's Sandman is the star of this issue, and S&K also collaborated on the Manhunter feature. The book also has a change for Hourman in the sidekick department, as Thorndyke Tompkins replaces Jimmy "Minute Man" Martin. Other heroes in the issue include Starman (drawn by Jack Burley) and the Shining Knight (drawn by Bernard Baily). CGC notes, "From the collection of Nicolas Cage." Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,500. CGC census 3/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3284 | May 13, 2006

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Flash Comics #61 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1945) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. This strictly graded Tom Reilly book is the only one on the CGC census graded above 7.5 as of this writing. Hawkman benefits from Sheldon Moldoff art both on the cover and inside the issue. Also appearing are Flash, Johnny Thunder, and the Ghost Patrol. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $860; NM- 9.2 value = $1,175. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3426 | May 13, 2006

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Crime SuspenStories #2 Gaines File pedigree 3/11 (EC, 1950) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. CGC's assigned grade pretty much says it all -- we can't imagine a nicer-looking book than this! Johnny Craig's cover is supported by interior art from himself (on two stories), Graham Ingels, and Jack Kamen. Overstreet 2005 NM- 9.2 value = $900. CGC census 03/06: 3 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3016 | May 13, 2006

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Comic Cavalcade #1 (DC, 1942) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. Lots of characters packed into this 96-pager, including the Flash, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Wildcat, and the Black Pirate. Sheldon Moldoff art is featured. This issue is notoriously tough in high grade, owing to the troublesome cardboard covers, and our copy is bested by just one other in CGC's current census. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $6,573. CGC census 03/06: 1 in 7.5, 2 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3390 | May 13, 2006

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Batman #32 Double Cover (DC, 1945) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Double covers are always a nice find, and when such a book is tied for the highest grade yet assigned, it's the delightful icing on the cake. Not only did Dick Sprang draw the cover, he handled art chores on a Joker story, a time-travel tale, and a recap of Robin's origin. The latter actually deviates from previous accounts, saying that Robin was named after the robin redbreast rather than Robin Hood. CGC notes, "1st cover 8.0, interior cover 9.4." Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,550. CGC census 3/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3367 | May 13, 2006

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New York World's Fair Comics 1939 (DC, 1939) CGC FN 6.0 Cream to off-white pages. This copy has a 15-cent sticker over the original 25-cent price. That's because this is one of the few comics to ever have its newsstand price lowered -- apparently, kids (or rather parents) just weren't willing to pay a quarter when all other comics cost a dime, despite the fact that two bits bought 96 pages of comics! This book is significant as the first appearance of the Sandman as well as for being the prototype of the later World's Finest Comics series. Also appearing are Superman (never mind his blond hair on the cover), detective Slam Bradley (written and drawn by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, as was the Superman feature) and more. Bob Kane (drawing gag features), Creig Flessel, and Sheldon Moldoff are among the issue's artists. The cover was a team effort between Vincent Sullivan and Fred Guardineer. By the way, Overstreet calls our attention to an amazing aspect of the price cut mentioned above: "...everyone (who) sent a quarter through the mail for it received a free copy of Superman #1 or 2 to make up the dime difference." Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $6,300. CGC census 03/06: 2 in 6.0, 4 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3469 | May 13, 2006

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Star Spangled Comics #7 (DC, 1942) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. Any Simon and Kirby lover will want to pick this one up, it's the first appearance of the Newsboy Legion! And the story also has the origin and first appearance of the Guardian, who the newsboys always suspected was really Officer Jim Harper (we readers knew for sure). A couple of other new features debuted here as well, namely Robotman (not the guy from Doom Patrol, but the Jerry Siegel creation who later joined the All-Star Squadron) and TNT (plus the latter's sidekick Dan the Dyna-Mite). Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $4,452; VF/NM 9.0 value = $7,476. CGC census 03/06: 1 in 8.5, 1 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3488 | May 13, 2006

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All Select Comics #11 (Timely, 1946) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. The Blonde Phantom made her sexy, stylish debut on this wonderful Syd Shores cover. Miss America also made an appearance in this issue, which also happens to be the last issue of this title before the title changed to -- what else? -- Blonde Phantom. To top it all off, this is the highest-graded copy of this issue certified by CGC as of this writing. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $3,650. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3565 | May 13, 2006

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Tales From the Crypt #23 Gaines File pedigree 1/10 (EC, 1951) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. This issue features an Al Feldstein cover with interior art by Feldstein, Graham Ingels, Jack Davis (his first work for this title), and Johnny Craig. A nice book from an important collection. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $865. CGC census 3/06: 5 in 9.6, 1 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3113 | May 13, 2006

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Two-Fisted Tales #18 Gaines File pedigree (EC, 1950) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. Harvey Kurtzman's genius and attention to detail take center stage in this first issue. The original focus of "He-Man Adventure" tales soon gave way to straight war stories, considered by many to be the most well-researched, realistic comics of this genre for their time. Writer/editor Kurtzman was also an excellent artist -- that's his cover illustration. The interior art includes stories by Kurtzman, Al Feldstein, Wally Wood, and Johnny Craig. Although CGC recognizes this as a Gaines File copy, no certificate accompanies the book. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,375. CGC census 03/06: 1 in 9.4, 3 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3136 | May 13, 2006

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Vault of Horror #12 (#1) (EC, 1950) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Ranked as the #1 most valuable horror comic by Overstreet, this is tied with Crypt of Terror #17 as EC's first horror comic, and is designated a "scarce" issue by Overstreet. EC pulled no punches on this Johnny Craig cover. The issue's interior artists include Craig as well as resident geniuses Al Feldstein and Harvey Kurtzman. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $3,604. CGC census 03/06: 4 in 8.0, 4 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3151 | May 13, 2006

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Vault of Horror #14 Gaines File pedigree 3/9 (EC, 1950) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. This is an excellent copy of an early horror issue from EC. The colors on this awesome cover by Johnny Craig seem to jump off the page. The issue features interior art by Wally Wood, Al Feldstein, and Graham Ingels. This is the highest grade given to this issue by CGC to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,350. CGC census 3/06: 4 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3154 | May 13, 2006

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All Star Comics #12 (DC, 1942) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. This is one of the nicest copies known to exist of this issue! The book is notable for Wonder Woman's being made an honorary member of the JSA (their secretary, in fact). The issue's artists include Jack Burnley, Sheldon Moldoff, and Bernard Baily. The cover is credited to Burnley; we had always liked the neat-o background design of this issue, but it took the writings of JSA superfan Roy Thomas to clue us in that the three dots and a dash make a repeating Morse code "V!" Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $3,600. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.2, 2 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3341 | May 13, 2006

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All Star Comics #38 (DC, 1947) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Roy Thomas calls this issue "the weirdest All-Star ever" -- it begins with the male JSAers all being killed! Saving the day is left up to Black Canary (who makes her debut in this title) and Wonder Woman (who rarely played a prominent role in a JSA story, but takes center stage here). The issue is also notable for having early Alex Toth art -- the great one was still a teenager when he drew this issue's cover. Toth also drew the beginning and end of the story; the middle portions are the work of Carmine Infantino and Bob Oksner respectively. Only one copy of this issue has been certified with a higher grade by CGC to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,500. CGC census 3/06: 1 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3350 | May 13, 2006

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All Star Comics #18 (DC, 1943) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. This may be the best copy in existence of this book -- it's tied for the highest grade CGC has assigned, and we haven't seen one with such an immaculate cover before. The page quality is great, too. In this issue, the Justice Society takes on the King Bee -- a face-off that was echoed 20 years later when the Justice League often had to face the Queen Bee! You'll notice that the cover says "Fall issue" -- wartime paper shortages were such that this monthly was forced to become a quarterly for a while. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,500. CGC census 3/06: 3 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3343 | May 13, 2006

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Gamut #1 Fanzine (1960). An outstanding humor fanzine, this features a Poo parody "Winnie the Phoo" with artwork by none other than R. Crumb. Other contributors include Marty Pahls, E. Nelson Bridwell, Gary Delain, Pete Oliphant, Sig Case, and more. Fanzines of this vintage are always difficult to obtain, given that their print runs were probably less than 200 copies, but zines with this kind of pedigree are next to impossible. This copy grades a solid FN with moderate overall wear. This magazine is not listed in Overstreet.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3218 | May 13, 2006

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All Star Comics #8 (DC, 1942) CGC VG 4.0 Slightly brittle pages. The most famous female superhero ever, Wonder Woman, made her first appearance in this issue, despite not appearing on the cover! The prevailing theory is that the Amazon was originally supposed to debut in Sensation Comics #1 and was a last-minute addition here to encourage readers of this established title to seek out the new series. The first part of Wonder Woman's origin is told in this story, which was written by William Moulton Marston (under the pen name Charles Moulton) and drawn by H. G. Peter. We don't mean to give short shrift to the Justice Society -- their story has Dr. Mid-Nite and Starman being inducted into the group. Even the Hop Harrigan text feature is worth mentioning, since Superman and Batman both participate in the same story, a rarity in those days. Overstreet 2006 VG 4.0 value = $5,834. CGC census 4/06: 4 in 4.0, 18 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3338 | May 13, 2006

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Green Lantern #1 (DC, 1941) CGC GD/VG 3.0 Off-white pages. With "top of Guide" for this book having crossed the $50,000 mark, it's high time to secure a copy of this first issue. The modest grade seems mostly due to a bit of bug chew, but that's mostly noticeable on a corner of the back cover, so you can still enjoy the front cover illustration by Martin Nodell, which Overstreet dubs "classic." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $3,000; VG 4.0 value = $6,000. CGC census 4/06: 1 in 3.0, 29 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3440 | May 13, 2006

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Leading Comics #5 San Francisco pedigree (DC, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Many feel that when it comes to pedigrees, the San Francisco copies rival the Mile Highs, which are generally revered as the best of the best. Those who tout the San Francisco pedigree have a good argument with this stunning copy from 1942, with even the white pages that so often characterizes the Mile High pedigree. Mort Meskin created the striking Vigilante cover for this issue. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,225. CGC census 3/06: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3454 | May 13, 2006

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More Fun Comics #101 (DC, 1945) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. The first appearance of Superboy makes this by far the most important issue of the later part of this title's run. From a modest beginning (he didn't even appear or get mentioned on the cover), the Boy of Steel would go on to be a featured character for many years thereafter, and of course, he's the star of a TV show today, which not even his older self, Superman, can claim! As for the onetime star of the book, the Spectre, that ghostly fellow makes his final appearance of the series here. Also appearing are Green Arrow, Johnny Quick, and Aquaman. The cover is by Cliff Young. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $2,544; VF 8.0 value = $5,936. CGC census 4/06: 1 in 7.0, 6 higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3460 | May 13, 2006

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Superman #13 (DC, 1941) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. This is the nicest copy we've seen of this issue, and no copy of #13 has been graded higher by CGC to date. The German war cover is by Fred Ray. The follicly challenged Lex Luthor appears in the issue. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $1,481; VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,341. CGC census 4/06: 2 in 8.5, none higher.
Auction 820 | Lot: 3532 | May 13, 2006

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