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Marvel Comics #1 Larson pedigree (Timely, 1939) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. The combination of one of the top three comics in the hobby and one of the most famous pedigrees in comic collecting should have every comic fan's eye on this book when it comes up for auction. The only three copies graded higher all have page quality inferior to this specimen! The condition of this copy should satisfy any collector. It's a nicely centered book (many copies you'll see of this book are printed a bit askew), and what's particularly pleasing is that it's free of the foxing that plagues many a Lamont Larson comic. In fact, the back cover doesn't have discoloration of any sort, it looks fantastic! The "Nov." cover date with "Oct." blacked out is common to most copies of the issue. Marvel Comics #1 was listed as the most valuable comic book by Overstreet for years, and while it has since ceded that spot to Action Comics #1, for the Marvel fan there's no topping this issue here. Timely's very first comic book, this has the first newsstand appearances of both the Human Torch and the Sub-Mariner. The series became Timely's flagship title, called Marvel Mystery Comics from #2 on. It's the start of the Marvel Universe, a set of characters that left its mark on American popular culture, selling millions of comic books and starring in TV shows, movies, and more. Also in this issue were the first comic book appearances of Ka-Zar and the original Angel. The cover is by science fiction pulp illustrator Frank R. Paul. The interior content was produced by the artistic "shop" known as Funnies, Inc., the best-known artists of which are Bill Everett (who created the Sub-Mariner and drew the character's story in this issue) and Carl Burgos (who did the same for the Human Torch). A few notes on the pedigree: the collection of Lamont Larson, who grew up in Wausa, Nebraska, is revered for having almost all of the major key issues from the "meat" of the Golden Age (1938-41) as
Auction 822 | Lot: 43160 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $101,575.00
March of Comics #nn (#4) Donald Duck (K. K. Publications, Inc., 1947) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. This scarce giveaway comic, featuring Donald Duck in "Maharajah Donald," is known as one of the hardest to find Carl Barks duck books. Overstreet speculates that the cover art may be by Walt Kelly, while Carl Barks performed his magic on the interior art. Gerber rates this issue a "7", calling it "scarce" and estimating that only 21 to 50 copies still exist. According the CGC's census data, there is currently only one higher graded copy of this issue. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $2,250; VF 8.0 value = $4,200. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 7.0, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43153 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $11,950.00
Plastic Man #nn (#1) Mile High pedigree (Quality, 1943) CGC VF/NM 9.0 White pages. We've waxed poetic about the work of Jack Cole in our descriptions before, but it bears repeating that Cole was a stand-out talent during the Golden Age of comics. His greatest achievement has to be that supple, stretchable superhero, Plastic Man. Here is a fantastic copy of the Pliable One's first solo comic, sub-titled "The Game Of Death" -- but then, it's a copy from the grand-daddy of all comic collections, the Edgar Church Mile High hoard. Of course it's fantastic! CGC notes the "classic skull cover" and an appearance by Tojo, but for us the phrase that says it all is "Jack Cole story, cover and art." Hear, hear! Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $4,612; NM- 9.2 value = $6,500. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43402 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $10,157.50
Ibis The Invincible #1 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1943) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Graceful figures and outstanding draftsmanship are two Mac Raboy trademarks, and they're showcased superbly on this cover. While Ibis' series only went on to a six-issue run, he's one of Fawcett's more enduring characters, as a longtime standby in the pages of Whiz Comics. This issue also has the art of none other than Dave Berg, drawing the adventure of Sir Butch, a fella from Brooklyn who goes back in time (we kid you not!). Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $3,000. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43053 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $8,962.50
Marvel Mystery Comics #27 (Timely, 1942) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. Rich colors characterize this copy, no wonder it's tied for the highest grade yet assigned. Alex Schomburg is credited with the cover featuring the Human Torch. Inside, there's the last Simon and Kirby Vision story as well as the last installment of the Ka-Zar feature that had been running since Marvel Comics #1. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,800. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43202 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
More Fun Comics #36 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1938) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. In this beautiful Mile High copy, The Masked Ranger and his sidekick Pedro begin their series run as Bob Kane and Joe Shuster provide the interior art. The next closest book on the current CGC census is only a 6.5 and Gerber considers this issue to be "scarce." The whites on this cover are beyond belief. CGC notes, "Very minor amount of color touch on cover." A wonderful example of the Edgar Church Collection. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,325. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43309 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $5,975.00
More Fun Comics #55 (DC, 1940) CGC FN/VF 7.0 White pages. Undervalued? You could certainly make that argument about this book, the first appearance of Doctor Fate. It "guides" at one-quarter the price of the Spectre's debut in #52, yet it's no easier to find in high grade than #52 is! Of course, it's also one of the earliest Spectre outings, drawn by Bernard Baily who also did the cover art. Both Overstreet and Gerber gave this book the designation "scarce." Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $3,834; VF 8.0 value = $9,585. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 7.0, 2 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43311 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $5,975.00
Leading Comics #1 (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. DC's other superhero team debuts with this opening number. Consisting of several "second-string" characters -- Star Spangled Kid, Crimson Avenger, Shining Knight, Vigilante, the Green Arrow (and sidekicks), the series ran for fourteen issues before the title changed over to funny animal content. The team's origin is told here, and the Dummy, a villain usually associated with the Vigilante, is introduced. This copy still looks fresh, and is topped by one other in the current CGC census. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,485; NM- 9.2 value = $7,770. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.0, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43128 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $4,780.00
Marvel Mystery Comics #22 Larson pedigree (Timely, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. It seems that Lamont Larson's Timely books only come onto the market about half as often as his DCs, so you'd best grab this one before it disappears into a collection for a few decades. All of the big names in Timely-town contributed here: Alex Schomburg (cover art), Bill Everett, Simon and Kirby (doing the Vision), and even youngster Stan Lee. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $2,341; NM- 9.2 value = $3,200. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 9.0, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43201 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $4,780.00
Sensation Comics #1 (DC, 1942) CGC VG 4.0 Off-white pages. This excellent original-owner copy is considered by Overstreet to be one of the 30 most valuable comic books. It features the second appearance of Wonder Woman, her debut coming in All Star Comics #8 only a month earlier. This is generally thought of as Part Two of her origin. The story that became the first episode of the 1970s TV show has her leaving Paradise Island and heading to the U.S. where she adopts her "Diana Prince" identity. Making their debuts in this issue were Wildcat, Mr. Terrific, and the Black Pirate by Sheldon Moldoff. Jon Blummer is credited with the issue's cover (despite what the CGC holder says), and the Wonder Woman story is drawn by H. G. Peter. Overstreet 2006 VG 4.0 value = $5,320. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 4.0, 18 higher. From the Madison Monk Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43466 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $4,391.63
Patches #5-11 Group - Mile High pedigree (Patches/Orbit, 1946-47) Condition: Average NM. Artists L. B. Cole and Bernie Krigstein, personalities Danny Kaye and Red Skelton, game show host Jack Barry, and cowboys Smiley Burnette and Hopalong Cassidy... what do all of them have in common? Well, they all play a part in this run of issues. Included here are #5 (L. B. Cole cover; NM), #6 (NM+), #7 (NM+), #8 (NM+), #9 (Krigstein art; VF/NM), #10 (NM), and #11 (NM). If you missed out on the bonanza of unslabbed Mile Highs in our last auction, don't miss these -- we could go on and on about the incredible condition of the books! Approximate Overstreet value for group = $1,200. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 7 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 43365 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $3,107.00
Leading Comics #7 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Our Edgar Church copy is the only one graded above 8.0 as of this writing, and the comic's black cover probably has a lot to do with that. The eight heroes on the cover are known as the Seven Soldiers of Victory, with the eighth member being the Crimson Avenger's sidekick Wing. The issue has a Jon Smalle cover and Pierce Rice art. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,075. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43131 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,987.50
Mad #3 Gaines File pedigree 4/12 (EC, 1953) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Notice the pattern here? Outstanding copies from the Gaines File stash that rank at or near the top of CGC's census -- in this case, there hasn't been an NM/MT 9.8 certified yet, so go for the gusto! Harvey Kurtzman provided the cover art, with Bill Elder, John Severin, Wally Wood, and Jack Davis doing interior art. The Dragnet and Lone Ranger parodies are guaranteed guffaw-provoking. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,175. CGC census 10/06: 6 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43145 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,987.50

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Miss Fury #6 (Timely, 1945) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. Miss Fury swings into action on this Alex Schomburg cover, busting up a robbery in progress. We imagine this superheroine had many adolescent fans in her day, especially considering her skin-tight black costume. Grading out at a jaw-dropping NM+ 9.6, this book may cause whiplash when displayed! If you want the best, here it is. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,275. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43292 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,987.50
Junior #14 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (Fox Features Syndicate, 1948) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. The last time we were fortunate enough to have a high-grade copy of this book it fetched several times Guide, and we expect similar results for the Crippen copy. Al Feldstein under his pen name "Bill Brown" handled the art chores on this inspired cover. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $506; VF/NM 9.0 value = $803. CGC census 10/06: 4 in 8.5, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43094 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,868.00
Monte Hale Western #32-40 and 44 Group - Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1949-50) Condition: Average NM-. Included here are the Mile High copies of #32 (FN/VF), 33 (NM), 34 (VF/NM), 35 (NM), 36 (NM+), 37 (NM-), 38 (NM-), 39 (NM-), 40 (NM), and 44 (NM). Approximate Overstreet value for group = $1,800. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 10 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 43297 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,868.00
Power Comics #4 Mile High pedigree (Holyoke Publications, 1945) CGC VF 8.0 White pages. This copy's a real "looker", and the only reason it didn't grade at least NM- 9.2 is a 1 inch spine split that's barely discernible. The Black Raiders, Miss Espionage, Merlin the Boy Magician, and Dr. Mephisto make for an eclectic mix, but the real draw here is a sensational cover by L. B. Cole. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $925. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 8.0, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43418 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,629.00
Science Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (Fox, 1940) Condition: GD. A detached front cover and centerfold led to the modest grade here, but look at what else is available: only six copies have been certified by CGC, none better than FN+. Is there another copy that better showcases the Lou Fine cover art? We doubt it! That bondage/hypodermic needle cover is a classic. Of the interior characters, the most notable is the Eagle, who was just the second winged hero in comics after Hawkman. Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $430.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43463 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,629.00
"Mars Attacks" Trading Cards Complete High-Grade Set (Topps, 1962) Condition: Average EX to EX/MT. This set remains one of the favorite non-sports cards in the entire realm of collectibles! The fifty-five cards take us through the Martians' attempted conquest of earth, sparing not a drop of blood and gore, a saga culminating in Earth's eventual counter-attack. The drawings for the series were done by A-listers Wally Wood and Bob Powell and completed in paint by the prolific Norm Saunders. This set consists of 55 cards in total, with 54 including pictures and the last card featuring a checklist. From the John McLaughlin Collection
Auction 822 | Lot: 43538 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,629.00
Jungle Comics #1 (Fiction House, 1940) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. This long-running title was started off in grand fashion with the series' only Lou Fine cover! This was the only jungle series on the stands at the time, but it would run into lots and lots of competition just a few years in the future. The issue's got the origin and first appearance of Kaanga, who had the lead feature in all 163 issues of this series (though we were confused to see that Kaanga has the umlaut on the first A of his name here, somehow that got switched to the second A shortly thereafter!). Also making their first appearances were Camilla, Queen of the Lost Empire; Wambi the Jungle Boy; Tabu, Wizard of the Jungle (complete with origin); and Captain Terry Thunder and the Congo Lancers, all of whom were in almost every issue of this title's run. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $3,185. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 8.0, 2 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43085 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,509.50
Ibis The Invincible #3 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1943) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. While a very moody and film noirish cover is a stand-out feature of this book, we prefer to focus on the fun -- namely, four pages of Basil Wolverton goofiness found inside. Of course, there is one other thing you might want to consider, and that is the impeccable condition of this Edgar Church example, which is currently the finest copy known to exist. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,025. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43056 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
March of Comics #41 Donald Duck (K. K. Publications, Inc., 1949) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. Featuring the "Race to the South Seas" story, this is the third book of a trio of Donald Duck comics that were written and drawn by the "duck man" himself, Carl Barks. They were distributed for free, through shoe stores across the country. Another great funny animal artist, Walt Kelly, contributed the piano gag cover. Uncle Scrooge, Huey, Dewey, and Louie also put in appearances. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $1,950. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 8.0, 3 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43154 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
Panic #6 Gaines File pedigree 1/7 (EC, 1955) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to white pages. With the success of Mad, the powers that be at EC decided to produce a sister title. The result was Panic. And, just like it's big brother, this title featured tremendous art and odd covers. This one, while simple, shows just how much latitude the staff was given and how daring they could be with the production of this title. This issue also features an hilarious Bill Elder spoof of the classic strip "The Phantom" that's overflowing with wit, gags, and humor. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $165. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43358 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
Patches #1-4 Group Mile High pedigree (Rural Home/Patches/Orbit, 1945-46). The condition of these books is truly excellent -- we wouldn't be surprised if #2-4 hadn't ever been opened before we looked through them in the grading process. Issue #1 is VF/NM, #2 is NM-, #3 NM+, and #4 NM. The first issue is quite different from the rest of the series, and not just because of the first issue's eye-catching L. B. Cole cover: in #1, Patches is blond, and stories range from adventure to sports to dating, starring Patches in every case. Thereafter, the character had dark hair and Archie-esque teen humor was the order of the day. George Harrison provided much of the interior art. Approximate Overstreet value for group = $850. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 4 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 43364 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
Playboy #1 (HMH Publishing, 1953) Condition: FN+. This issue started a multimedia phenomenon and made Hugh Hefner a household name. It's the very first Playboy magazine, which caused a splash by featuring a 1949 nude photo of Marilyn Monroe, but also held readers' interest thanks to a canny mix of features, including jokes, cartoons, and pictorials, but also a piece by Ambrose Bierce, a Sherlock Holmes story by Arthur Conan Doyle, a jazz article, and an article commending college football's return to the one-platoon system. The mag's introductory text says, "If we are able to give the American male a few extra laughs and a little diversion from the anxieties of the Atomic Age, we feel we've justified our existence." Note that this copy, like most we've seen, has no page number printed on page 3. This issue isn't easy to find in any condition, and this is a very nice-looking copy with some very minor staining on the cover and first few pages the only negative.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43509 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
O.K. Comics #2 Mile High pedigree (United Features Syndicate, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. We haven't seen this particular issue before (which gets a "Rare" tag from Overstreet), but what a pleasure to behold this lovely Edgar Church example! The cover colors are as vibrant and intense as a comic printed last month, not some 66 years ago! Youthful hero Little Giant is the cover star, and Mister Mist by Charles Quinlan gets an origin story here. Too bad this was the last issue, as this looks like a fun book! This is currently the only copy of this issue to be graded by CGC. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,050. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43352 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,330.25
More Fun Comics #54 (DC, 1940) CGC GD+ 2.5 Cream to off-white pages. One of Overstreet's 100 most valuable Golden Age books, this one is beloved for its classic Spectre cover by Bernard Baily (it's one of the earliest appearances of the character, who debuted in #52). Gerber calls the book "scarce." If you can get this copy for anywhere near the GD price, consider yourself fortunate. Just have a look at our scan, it doesn't look GD, it looks good! CGC notes, "Cover & centerfold detached." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $1,167. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 2.5, 9 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43310 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,270.50
Pep Comics #50 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (MLJ, 1944) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. We hate to sound like broken records, but this is yet another Davis Crippen Archie book that's the only CGC-graded copy. This issue's cover vignettes of the Shield and the Black Hood marked the last time a superhero appeared on the cover of this series, which of course began as an all-superhero title. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $235; VF/NM 9.0 value = $358. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 8.5, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43370 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,270.50
Monte Hale Western Group - Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1950-52) Condition: Average NM-. Superb Mile High copies of #44 (NM-), 45 (NM), 46 (NM), 49 (NM+), 50 (NM+), 54 (VF+), 65 (NM+), 66 (NM-), 72 (NM), and 74 (NM) are included here. Approximate Overstreet value for group = $1,283. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 10 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 43302 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,151.00
Seven Seas Comics #2 Big Apple pedigree (Universal Phoenix Feature, 1946) CGC NM/MT 9.8 Off-white to White pages. If swashbuckling pirates are your thing, then this book's for you. Once you get past the magnificent cover, there's great Matt Baker art to thrill you. And if condition is important to you, this is the one book to have; it's the highest-graded copy CGC has certified for this issue to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $950. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.8, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43467 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,151.00
Mad #1 (EC, 1952) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. It wouldn't be a Heritage auction if we didn't have a copy of this historic first issue, and this specimen's nicer than most. Harvey Kurtzman supplied the cover art, and Wally Wood, Jack Davis, and Bill Elder were among those lending their talents to the interior. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $3,402. CGC census 10/06: 18 in 7.5, 21 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43142 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,031.50
Mickey Mouse Magazine #1 (K. K. Publications, Inc., 1935) Condition: VG. The title that eventually became the decades-spanning series Walt Disney's Comics and Stories started as an oversize fun compendium, with puzzles, games, cels, and stories of Disney characters. It's listed as "scarce" in Gerber's The Photo-Journal Guide to Comic Books, but even when you find a copy, chances are it won't be this nice. At this date, this premiere issue is too large for CGC to encapsulate, but it is significant to note that although subsequent issues are small enough for encasement, CGC has certified copies of just two issues of the title that ran for five years before its title change to WDC&S. Overstreet doesn't even bother listing an NM- 9.2 value, so our offering just might be one of the nicer copies around. Overstreet 2006 VG 4.0 value = $2,550.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43273 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,031.50
More Fun Comics #100 (DC, 1944) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Johnny Quick could do more than just run fast, he could fly! You can see him in action on this cover by Mort Meskin, who also drew Johnny's story inside the book. Also appearing are the Spectre (with Bernard Baily art), Green Arrow, and Aquaman. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,650. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43313 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,912.00
More Fun Comics #125 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1947) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. The whimsical art of Howard Post on the cover and lead feature of this issue had many fans thinking this was the work of Walt Kelly for many years. Post's "Jimminy and the Magic Book" was a well-done storyline in the Kelly style, but with plenty of unique touches, and deserves to be reprinted soon. This lovely pedigreed copy is very sharp and colorful; it's currently at the top of the CGC census list. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $250. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43317 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,912.00
Marvel Mystery Comics #33 (Timely, 1942) CGC VF- 7.5 Cream to off-white pages. Our heroes continent-hopped back and forth between Europe and Asia on these Alex Schomburg covers. Here it's the Imperial Army's turn to be abused. Carl Burgos, Bob Oksner, Syd Shores, and Al Gabriele provided interior art, and there's a Mickey Spillane text story inside. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $1,156. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 7.5, 3 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43203 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Plastic Man #15 Ohio pedigree (Quality, 1949) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. This beautiful pedigree copy is as good as it gets with this issue; that is, at this date CGC hasn't certified a higher grade for the issue. The talented Jack Cole provided the cover and interior art. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $735. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43407 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Superman Sunday Comic Strips (Various, 1939-44). Offered here are 244 Superman Sundays dated from November 5, 1939 to July 2, 1944. The image area of each strip measures approximately 9.5" x 12". They were cut from several different news papers including the New York Sunday Mirror (most of them), the Sioux City Sunday Journal, the Chicago Sunday Times, one from the Washington Post, and the first seven are from the San Francisco Chronicle. It is extremely rare to come across a complete run of Superman Sundays like this. They are in overall Very Good condition. Not listed in Overstreet.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43544 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Marvel Mystery Comics #35 (Timely, 1942) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white pages. If only the title logo had been smaller, Alex Schomburg could've squeezed a few hundred more figures, a couple more destroyers, and the country of Luxembourg on this bombastic WWII cover. This copy ranks high on CGC's highest-graded listing. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $555; VF 8.0 value = $1,156. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 7.0, 3 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43204 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,673.00
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New York World's Fair Comics 1939 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (DC, 1939) CGC GD 2.0 Off-white pages. Listed at number 37 in Overstreet's ranking of the most valuable Golden Age books, this "D" Copy also features the first published appearance of the Sandman by Bert Christman. The Vincent Sullivan and Fred Guardineer cover spotlights a blond Superman! All of the stories revolve around happenings at the World's Fair. The phenomenal cast of artists that assembled the book includes Joe Shuster (on the Superman story), Sheldon Moldoff, Tom Hickey, Creig Flessel, and Bob Kane. Now is your chance to pick up this key Golden Age book from a top-notch pedigree for a price that won't deflate your wallet. CGC notes, "Cover detached." Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $2,100. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 2.0, 22 higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43336 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,673.00
Marvel Mystery Comics #72 (Timely, 1946) CGC NM- 9.2 Cream to off-white pages. Cover artist Sol Brodsky had a distinctive style, and it seemed suited especially for Timely's flagship title. It's shown nicely on this high-grade copy that ranks high on CGC's census for the issue. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,600. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 9.2, 4 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43206 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50
New York World's Fair Comics #1940 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (DC, 1940) CGC VG- 3.5 Off-white pages. Superman, Batman, and the Boy Wonder, Robin, welcome readers to the 1940 New York World's Fair on this Jack Burnley cover. This is an early Robin appearance, and this issue marks the first time these three popular characters appeared together. Pre-hero DC master artist Creig Flessel lends a hand in drawing some of the interior artwork, while the back cover has portraits of numerous DC characters including Zatara, Hourman, Johnny Thunder, Robin, Superman, and Batman. Gerber lists this book as "scarce." CGC notes, "cover detached." Overstreet 2006 VG 4.0 value = $2,256. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 3.5, 28 higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43337 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50
Roy Rogers Comics File Copies Group (Dell, 1951-61) Condition: VF/NM. The beautiful copies included here average VF/NM, and there are some NM- and NM specimens in the bunch! Included here are #47, 50, 51, 53, 57, 62, 63, 66, 71, 79, and 80, plus Roy Rogers & Trigger #96, 97, 100, 108, 110, 115, 116, 117, 118, 128, 131, 132, 133, 137, 138, 140, 141, 143, 144, and 145. Approximate Overstreet value for group = $2,300. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 31 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 43456 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50
Magic Comics #1 (David McKay Publications, 1939) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. Blondie and Mandrake were inside this first issue, but lo and behold, cover billing went to Henry! This issue is rated "scarce" by Gerber. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $1,035; VF 8.0 value = $1,898. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 7.0, 2 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43151 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,493.75
Marvel Boy #1 Carson City pedigree (Marvel, 1950) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. Timely/Atlas/Marvel trotted out this titled character a number of times over the years, beginning with Daring Mystery #6 back in 1940. This is the first of two issues published in the early 1950s, featuring a golden haired "boy from another planet," who gets the origin story treatment this time out. Russ Heath provided the sharp graphics. Also looking pretty sharp is this honey of a pedigreed comic. Of the scant five copies of this issue currently listed in CGC's census, this one leads the pack. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,068; NM- 9.2 value = $1,460. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43159 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Pep Comics #53 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (MLJ, 1945) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white to white pages. Bill Vigoda is credited with this issue's baseball cover featuring Archie. Inside the book, Irv Novick handled the patriotic exploits of the Shield. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $158; VF/NM 9.0 value = $234. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 8.5, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43371 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Powerhouse Pepper Comics #4 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (Timely, 1948) CGC NM- 9.2 White pages. This is the only copy of this issue graded above 8.0 by CGC to date. Basil Wolverton handled the interior art on his creation, and guess who did the cover: it's another future Mad guy, Dave Berg! Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,075. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 9.2, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43421 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
"Ballast" Comic Fanzine (Don Thompson, 1960) Condition: Very Fine. Don Thompson, along with his lovely wife Maggie, made their name publishing fanzines and writing about comic books in the early 1960s. Don and Maggie's classic 'zine Comic Art originally ran from 1961 to 1968; Don also was co-author on one of the very first fan-oriented books on comics, All In Color For a Dime, which was based on articles by Don and Richard Lupoff which were originally published in Lupoff's Xero fanzine. Here, then, is Don's very first attempt at publishing a 'zine, prepared some two years before Comic Art. This appears to be the second, and last, issue, judging from the contents, although no number is present. And yes, Maggie was there, as Margaret Curtis, lending a helping hand here and there (including contributing some spot illustrations). All in all, a fascinating package for serious comic historians to pore over, or for you old fogey fans who were there to reminisce over. It's certainly one you won't find every day! Not listed in Overstreet.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43528 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Haunt of Fear #18 Gaines File pedigree 2/12 (EC, 1953) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Mind-boggling cover by Graham Ingels on a mind-boggling Gaines File Copy -- priceless! There's a Ray Bradbury biography and story adaptation here, with interior art by Ingels, George Evans, Jack Kamen, and Jack Davis. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $500. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 9.6, 2 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 43011 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,314.50

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