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Superboy #1 (DC, 1949) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. A thirty-year run began here for this enduring series which remained in publication even through those difficult pre-Silver Age days when superheroes were largely out of fashion. Maybe DC's formula for the book had something to do with it -- in the early days of this title, there were no super-powered villains (young Lex Luthor, etc.) and Superboy wasn't whisked off to the future to join the Legion of Super-Heroes every three hours. Instead, less flashy (but well-written) tales were the order of the day, usually with a subtle moral for young readers. The Boy of Steel's debut issue features a Wayne Boring cover and John Sikela art. This is a nice, bright copy, with a vivid yellow background that really pops the red and blue of Superman's costume right off the cover! This tight copy with square corners will be all but impossible to improve upon. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $12,800. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.2, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44082 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $22,705.00
Startling Comics #49 (Better Publications, 1948) CGC NM 9.4 Cream to off-white pages. Surely one of the most collectible comics of the Golden Age, this issue makes the rest of the Startling run pale in comparison! Of course, the robot/bondage scene is from the airbrush of Alex Schomburg. What more reason do you need to go after this census-topper? Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $5,800. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44055 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $9,560.00
Star Spangled Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1941) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. The Star-Spangled Kid and Stripesy, having debuted in Action Comics, made their second appearance (and had the second half of their origin told) in this issue. That's them on Hal Sherman's robot cover. And if you thought wall-walking, web-shooting heroes didn't come along until the sixties, let us call your attention to the Tarantula, whose origin and first appearance are in this issue. The issue is a Gerber "scarce." Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $5,911; NM- 9.2 value = $8,300. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44040 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $8,365.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #44 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (Dell, 1944) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This issue has a Walt Kelly cover and Carl Barks art. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $600. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44227 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $7,170.00
Suspense Comics #9 Mile High pedigree (Continental Magazines, 1945) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. The entire run of this series is getting more and more popular -- not only is it one of the first series to have horror-type cover scenes, it's got some of the earliest comic book covers by L. B. Cole. He would take his place among the greats thanks to efforts like this eyeball cover! And inside the book, there's the formidable lineup of Mr. Nobody and Satan. This is the only copy certified above 8.5 by CGC to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,200. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44109 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
USA Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white to white pages. One of the top 20 Timely books, this issue stands out from the remainder of the run thanks to the striking Jack Kirby cover, which looks fantastic on this excellent copy. The series was a tryout showcase of all-new characters, boasting the first appearance of the Whizzer as well as of Mister Liberty (later Major Liberty), Rockman, the Defender, and Jack Frost. Simon and Kirby added one page of interior art; Basil Wolverton handled art chores on the Rockman story. One of our favorite anecdotes about this book: Timely feared that the government would claim a trademark to the title, but that they'd be off the hook if they didn't put periods between the letters U.S.A. It's so odd, it must be true! While a couple of copies have been graded higher, we've seen the Larson and Rockford copies, neither of which have the unblemished yellow top area that this sharp VF copy does. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $8,753. CGC census 9/06: 3 in 8.0, 4 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44199 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $6,572.50
Suspense Comics #5 Mile High pedigree (Continental Magazines, 1944) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. Top covers are the main reason the title is coveted, and this one's by one of the top cover artists in the biz, L. B. Cole. And our offering is in superb condition -- what else would you expect from Edgar Church's Mile High copy? Although this book is housed in a Universal Blue holder, CGC notes, "Very minor glue, very minor color touch." We'll be darned if we can spot it! Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,900. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 9.2, none higher. From the Northern Lights Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44108 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $5,377.50
Terry-Toons Comics #50 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (Timely, 1946) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. Heckle and Jeckle made their first comic book appearance right here, in a Timely book! This issue was close on the heels of the twins' cartoon debut. They went on to have a long comic book career at St. John, Dell/Gold Key, and elsewhere. The Crippen copy of Mighty Mouse's first appearance in Terry-Toons #38 sold for seven times Guide in a previous auction, and we hasten to add that it had a lower grade than this specimen! We expect healthy interest in this copy, too, especially since it's the only copy graded above 9.2. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $500. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44140 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $5,377.50
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #40 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (Dell, 1944) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Walt Kelly drew this issue's cover, and Carl Barks and Carl Buettner added interior art. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $750. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 9.2, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44226 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $5,078.75
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #140 File Copy (Dell, 1952) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. Stunning file copy that ranks at the top of CGC's census for the issue. Included here is the first appearance of Gyro Gearloose by Carl Barks and the second Barks' Uncle Scrooge cover (the third Uncle Scrooge cover ever). Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $260. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44235 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $3,585.00

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Sub-Mariner Comics #21 "D" Copy pedigree (Timely, 1946) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white pages. This copy has sharper corners and a nicer overall appearance than the Ohio copy (which is the other 9.4 book on the census). This copy and the #24 we're offering are both newly certified, and they're from the first batch of "D" copies that came to the market, before the name Davis Crippen was known to the collecting world at large. The issue's cover is by Syd Shores. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,500. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44075 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $3,465.50
Uncle Scrooge #4-18 File Copies Group (Dell, 1953-57) Condition: VF/NM. These are Dell file copies of #4 (the first issue; VF, #5 (VF), #6 (apparent VF-; color touch), #7 (NM-), #8 (VF/NM), #9 (VF/NM), #10 (VF/NM), #11 (VF+), #12 (VF/NM), #13 (VF/NM), #14 (NM-), #15 (VF), #16 (VF/NM), #17 (VF+), and #18 (VF/NM). Go to it, Carl Barks collectors! Approximate Overstreet value for group = $2,900. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 15 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 44194 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $3,346.00
Superman #76 (DC, 1952) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages. Batman and Superman learned each other's identities for the first time in this Batman crossover issue with a Win Mortimer cover. Curt Swan, Wayne Boring, and Al Plastino donated the interior art. A beautiful copy of a key book! Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,828; NM- 9.2 value = $2,500. CGC census 9/06: 4 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44095 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,868.00
Vault of Horror #12 (EC, 1950) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. A scarce EC book, this was one of the first horror titles. The "rack" cover by Johnny Craig is a classic, and the interior stories by Craig, Wally Wood, Harvey Kurtzman, and Al Feldstein can't be beat. Highly collectible as the very first EC horror comic, and prized by EC fanatics and horror fans alike. These memorable stories, such as "Portrait in Wax" and "Terror Train" are templates for all the EC tales of terror to come. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $3,604. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 8.0, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44202 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,868.00
Weird Tales (Pulp) File Copy Group (Popular, 1928). This lot of file copies contains Weird Tales March, 1928 (features "The Hyena" by Robert E. Howard - FN-); April, 1928 (VG); June, 1928 ("The Lurking Fear" by H. P. Lovecraft - FN/VF); September, 1928 (FN); and November, 1928 (FN). Approximate Bookery's Guide to Pulps value for group = $1,000. From the Sam Moskowitz Collection. (Total: 5 Items)
Auction 822 | Lot: 44454 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,868.00
Strange Worlds #1 Carson City pedigree (Avon, 1950) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. If the lurid cover by Gene Fawcette and the fantastic condition of copy aren't enough to catch your fancy, note that the interior has the Conan-esque "Crom the Barbarian" some 20 years before the real Conan made it to comics. It's written by Gardner Fox and drawn by John Giunta. Joe Kubert contributed the Kenton of the Star Patrol feature. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,675. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44068 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,629.00
Slam-Bang Comics #7 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. This seldom-seen Fawcett book stars Zoro the Mystery Man. Zoro began in the previous issue, and must not have been a big hit, because this was the last issue. And we weren't kidding about this being "seldom seen" -- this Edgar Church comic is currently the only copy CGC-certified to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,025. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44003 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
Xmas Comics (first series) #1 (Fawcett, 1941) Condition: VF. A huge bundle of fun, this massive 324 page comic book contains identical content to Whiz Comics #21, Captain Marvel Adventures #3, Bulletman #2, Wow Comics #3, and Master Comics #18. It's important to note that these books are not remaindered copies rebound into this collection, but were specially printed for this title, prepared at the same time as the originals. The book itself is well-preserved for such an unusual item; while the cover does show some wear (including some light soiling and small areas of color loss along the spine edges), the spine itself is remarkably solid and and firm, and the cover colors remain vibrant. This is definitely a title that doesn't come our way often -- in fact, this is the first time we've seen a copy of #1! Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $2,516.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44440 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,390.00
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #1 (Dell, 1940) CGC GD/VG 3.0 Off-white pages. For Funny Animal fans, this particular comic tops the list, bar none. For serious Disney collectors, it's a must-have. And as a historical comic book, it's hard to beat WDC&S #1, a title still being published today, and beloved by millions of fans. Hank Porter's classic cover of a winking Donald ushers you into a fun fantasy world that will entertain children of all ages. While Mickey got the whole thing going with Mickey Mouse Magazine, the transformation to Comics and Stories spotlighted Donald as the true star of the show. This copy does show moderate wear, but remains solid and attractive. Even at current four-figure prices for this grade, here is one iconic comic that will always be in demand by collectors, and one we feel will only go up in value as the years go by. Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $1,667; VG 4.0 value = $3,334. CGC census 9/06: 4 in 3.0, 16 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44221 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,270.50
Young Allies Comics #1 (Timely, 1941) CGC FN- 5.5 Cream to off-white pages. No one created kid groups in heroic comics quite like the team of Joe Simon and Jack Kirby. Here's their very first such team - Timely's Young Allies. This is their first appearance and origin, and the Red Skull dropped by with his buddy Adolf Hitler to "wish them well!" Dig the crude-yet-cruel Nazi torture device rigged up to do away with the non-"super" members of the gang - think Toro will have a problem stopping it? Ha! This is a great mid-grade copy, loaded with eye-appeal. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $4,083. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 5.5, 18 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44443 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,270.50
Spicy Mystery Pulp Group (Culture, 1935-36). The lot contains issues from August, 1935 (bondage cover - FN/VF) and April, 1936 (classic bondage cover with rats and floating eyeballs - VG+). Approximate Bookery's Guide to Pulps value for group = $1,100. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 2 Comic Books)
Auction 822 | Lot: 44450 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,270.50
Weird Tales (Pulp) 1928 File Copy (Popular Fiction, 1928) Condition: FN. This seminal pulp would feature the very first appearance of the Cthulhu Mythos by H. P. Lovecraft, in the story "The Call of Cthulhu." It also contains the story "The Dream Snake" by Robert E. Howard. A key book in the development of the sci-fi and horror genres, this file copy is in exceptional condition and comes from a well-known pulp pedigree. Bookery's Guide to Pulps FN 6.0 value = $600. From the Sam Moskowitz Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44452 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,151.00
Whiz Comics #33 Mile High pedigree (Fawcett, 1942) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. In Golden Age comics, a crossover was a fairly unusual event, making this a noteworthy issue. Not only do Captain Marvel and Spy Smasher share a cover scene, they appear together inside in a whopping 24-pager. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $835. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44280 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,091.25
Thrilling Comics #52 Mile High pedigree (Better Publications, 1946) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white to white pages. A classic Alex Schomburg bondage cover, complete with hooded, skull-faced villains in a spooky setting, gets this exciting issue off to a great start. Doc Strange is the cover star, and the Ghost feature ends with this number. There's little doubt that this beauty is the Edgar Church copy; the cover is loaded with color and gloss. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $785. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44152 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $2,031.50
Star Spangled Comics #25 Mile High pedigree (DC, 1943) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. The Newsboy Legion, the ultimate big-city kids, on a farm? Simon and Kirby's madcap cover scene brings that fish-out-of-water scenario to life. Among other features, this issue included Robotman's debut. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $280. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44043 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,912.00
Two-Fisted Annual #1 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (EC, 1952) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. This book in high grade, are we kidding? No we're not! This issue's square bound spine frayed easily, and we had never seen one that didn't have a little chip or chunk missing along the spine... until now. This one was obviously never read, and remember, there are no Gaines File copies of this issue! The contents are re-bound EC war comics from the previous year. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $945; NM- 9.2 value = $1,200. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.0, 1 higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44183 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,912.00
Wham Comics #1 Denver pedigree (Centaur, 1940) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. This anthology title lasted only two issues, and those two turn up about as seldom as all of the other Centaurs! Gerber calls the issue "scarce." Craig Carter, who's on the cover, was one of only two characters to appear in both issues of the book. By the way, CGC notes "Speed Centaur and Speed Saunders begin" -- the latter name should be Speed Silvers, as Mr. Saunders was backing up Batman in the pages of Detective! This issue's cover art bears the signature "Robin" (i.e. Ed Robbins). Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,200. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44274 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,912.00
Dime Mystery Magazine Group (Popular, 1935-37) Condition: Average FN/VF. A stunning group of high-grade pulps. Included are the issues dated October 1935, December 1935, January 1937, February 1937, and March 1937. There are several bondage and torture covers. Bookery's Guide to Pulps FN value for group = $1,050. From the John McLaughlin Collection (Total: 5 Items)
Auction 822 | Lot: 44448 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,912.00
Spy Smasher #2 Crowley Copy pedigree (Fawcett, 1941) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Who is that dashing figure on the cover? Its Spy Smasher! This beautiful, colorful Mac Raboy cover shows the Spy Smasher in brown; he would switch to his more familiar green outfit starting with the next issue. This is a stunning pedigree copy. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $2,275. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.2, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44032 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Strange Adventures #1 (DC, 1950) CGC VF+ 8.5 Off-white pages. The 1950s sci-fi craze began in earnest with the major motion picture "Destination Moon." This big-budget production was the era's equivalent to such later films as "2001 A Space Odyssey," depicting space travel in a realistic manner never before seen in the old Flash Gordon serials and their like. This comic, DC's initial foray into the genre, naturally featured an adaptation of "Destination Moon," along with a photo cover. In addition, there's a feature on H. G. Wells, with art by Batman artist Dick Sprang, plus the first Chris KL-99 story with art by Howard Sherman. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $1,986; VF/NM 9.0 value = $3,493. CGC census 10/06: 6 in 8.5, 5 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44058 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Terrifying Tales #11 Spokane pedigree (Star Publications, 1953) CGC NM 9.4 White pages. L. B. Cole's cover alone makes this a must-buy, and no wonder this is the highest-graded copy, considering the unblemished black cover and the white pages. By the way, you're not missing out on anything by having a slabbed copy, the interior consists of reprints of Fox's Jo-Jo! Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $650. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44137 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #45 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (Dell, 1944) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white pages. Nazis appear in this issue's Mickey Mouse story by Floyd Gottfredson! The issue also has Carl Barks interior art. The cover is by Walt Kelly. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $600. CGC census 9/06: 2 in 9.2, none higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44228 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50

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Weird Science #22 Gaines File pedigree 4/11 (EC, 1953) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. This last issue (before the series was combined with its sister title to become Weird Science-Fantasy) was perhaps the best. Beginning with a wild Wally Wood cover, with an alien creature in the "Blob" tradition, and ending with Wood's classic "My World" story, narrated by the artist himself, this one really packs in a lot for your 1953 dime. Also featured is art by Al Williamson (with help from Frank Frazetta and Roy Krenkel), George Evans, and Joe Orlando. Beautiful stuff, in a lovely pedigreed copy that currently tops the CGC charts - does it get any better? Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $710. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44261 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
World's Best Comics #1 (DC, 1941) CGC Apparent FN- 5.5 Slight (P) Off-white to white pages. A continuation of the square bound anthology title New York World's Fair format, and featuring DC's super-stars Superman and Batman this title would change names to World's Finest with issue #2. The cover by Fred Ray featured both the Man of Steel and the Caped Crusader. CGC notes, "Restoration includes: cover cleaned and pressed." This lightly restored copy could be the ticket to getting your hands on a nice copy of this DC key. Overstreet 2006 GD 2.0 value = $1,429; VG 4.0 value = $2,858; FN 6.0 value = $4,287.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44389 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,792.50
Superboy #1 (DC, 1949) CGC VG+ 4.5 Off-white pages. The colors and spine of this copy say "9.2!" True, close scrutiny reveals a spot of bug chew here and there, but you will be making out like a bandit if you can secure this for a VG+ price. Wayne Boring provided the cover art for the issue. Overstreet 2006 VG 4.0 value = $1,552. CGC census 10/06: 4 in 4.5, 34 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44083 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,673.00
Weird Tales (Pulp) File Copy Group (Popular Fiction, 1928-41). The Sam Moskowitz collection is well-known in pulp circles and this group is a fine example of the pedigree. Included are Weird Tales December, 1928 (contains the infamous George F. Eliot torture story "The Copper Bowl" - FN); June, 1929 (contains the Robert E. Howard Solomon Kane story "Rattle of Bones" - FN-); February, 1932 (contains "The Thing on the Roof" by Robert E. Howard - VG/FN); March, 1935 (FN-); June, 1935 (FN-); February, 1936 (faded spine - VG/FN); April, 1937 (VG/FN); May, 1937 (contains "The Horror in the Burying-Ground" by H. P. Lovecraft - VG/FN); November, 1937 (FN+); and March, 1941 (FN+). Approximate Bookery's Guide to Pulps value for group = $1,500. From the Sam Moskowitz Collection. (Total: 10 Items)
Auction 822 | Lot: 44453 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,673.00
Tales From the Crypt #41 Gaines File pedigree 1/12 (EC, 1954) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. A wonderfully frightening scene on the cover sets the mood for this issue. Interior art is by the incredibly talented cast of Jack Davis, George Evans, Jack Kamen, and Graham Ingels. This comic's deep blacks, bright whites, sharp corners, and all-around freshness make this book every bit the 9.4 that the CGC's graders have assigned it. This copy is tied with two others as the highest CGC-graded to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $600. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44121 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,613.25
Western Picture Stories #1 Windy City pedigree (Comics Magazine, 1937) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white pages. Not only is this issue considered the first Western comic (tied for the honor with Chesler's Star Ranger), it's one of the first comic books to focus on a single theme, at a time when most series were a mix of very different genres a la Famous Funnies. This cover is the only time we've seen Will Eisner called Bill Eisner, but it's quite early in that great artist's career, appearing just half a year after his debut in Wow #1. The cover art is credited to William Allison. This copy's in amazing shape for a pre-Golden Age book, and we'll note that it's graded higher than the Mile High copy. Overstreet 2006 VF/NM 9.0 value = $1,903; NM- 9.2 value = $2,600. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.0, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44273 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,613.25
Strange Adventures #3 (DC, 1950) CGC NM- 9.2 Off-white to white pages. A 9.2 copy of a white-cover book is always a welcome sight. Curt Swan and Dan Barry contributed art to this early issue of DC's first science-fiction title, which would run for 23 years. The cover is credited to Howard Sherman. Hitler makes an appearance. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $1,525. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.2, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44060 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50
Superman #26 Davis Crippen ("D" Copy) pedigree (DC, 1944) CGC VF 8.0 Cream to off-white pages. That's Josef Goebbels, Hitler's propaganda minister, getting what's coming to him on this classic cover! Jack Burnley is credited with the art on this mini-masterpiece. This is the nicest copy we've ever seen of this early issue. Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $1,294. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 8.0, 4 higher. From the Crippen Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44086 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50
USA Comics #4 (Timely, 1942) CGC VF 8.0 Off-white pages. A Syd Shores Japanese war cover marks this early issue. The title, because of its brief run and the fact that it was "done" by 1945 makes finding high-grade copies elusive. Here's one! Overstreet 2006 VF 8.0 value = $1,669. CGC census 9/06: 1 in 8.0, 3 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44200 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50
Weird Science #15 Gaines File pedigree 7/12 (EC, 1952) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages. A classic Wally Wood dinosaur cover highlights this fabulous EC issue, with stunning interior artwork by Wood, Al Williamson, Graham Ingels, and Jack Kamen. A lovely copy from the personal collection of Bill Gaines, you'll be hard-pressed to find any defects on this beauty. To date, no other copies of this issue have been graded higher by CGC. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $560. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44257 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,553.50

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Speed Comics #38 Mile High pedigree (Harvey, 1945) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Super-killer copy of this classic WW II patriotic cover that re-enacts the famous Joe Rosenthal photo of the flag-raising on Iwo Jima, just a couple of months after the actual event. This comic approaches perfection in every sense of the word and is most likely the finest copy in existence! Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $575. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44028 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,493.75
Spy Smasher #1 (Fawcett, 1941) CGC FN/VF 7.0 Off-white to white pages. If you haven't seen the silver metallic cover on this early Fawcett key, you have a real treat in store for you. Fawcett experimented with this shiny cover design to make the issue leap off the stands -- and they succeeded. For those who enjoyed Spy Smasher's adventures in Whiz Comics, his own title presented 64 pages dedicated entirely to the Nazi-busting superhero. This attractive copy is currently one of the finest known, with only one other ranking higher in CGC's census report. Overstreet 2006 FN 6.0 value = $1,083; VF 8.0 value = $2,347. CGC census 10/06: 3 in 7.0, 1 higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44031 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Treasure Comics #1 Mile High pedigree (Prize, 1945) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Paul Bunyan would seem to be ideal comic book fodder, but this is the only adaptation of his story that we can think of. Also in the issue, Manny Stallman illustrates the story of Christopher Columbus. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $600. CGC census 10/06: 2 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44181 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Vault of Horror #36 Gaines File pedigree 1/12 (EC, 1954) CGC NM+ 9.6 White pages. Johnny Craig's cover for this issue shows us a murderer, lead pipe in hand, watching his victim's body being consumed in a torrent of flame. This issue contains a classic opium-addict story by Bernie Krigstein, and additional stories by "Ghastly" Graham Ingels and Jack Davis. This one is tied with five others for the highest CGC-grade copy to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $465. CGC census 10/06: 6 in 9.6, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44215 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Horror Pulp File Copy Group (Various, 1936-40). This group of horror pulps includes New Mystery Adventures March, 1936 (cover has woman tied to ships wheel - VG); Mystery Tales November, 1938 (cover features bikini-clad girls in a gas chamber - VG-) and February, 1939 (cover shows near-nude girl bound to torture wheel, browning edges - VG+); and Uncanny Tales March, 1940 (cover has a near-topless woman bound for sacrifice by cultists - FN+). Approximate Bookery's Guide to Pulps value for group = $1,000. From the Sam Moskowitz Collection.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44457 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,434.00
Thrilling True Story of the Baseball Yankees #nn (Fawcett, 1952) CGC NM 9.4 Off-white to white pages. Superb copy of the sports comic featuring Yogi Berra, Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle and others. This is the highest graded copy certified by CGC to date. Overstreet 2006 NM- 9.2 value = $900. CGC census 10/06: 1 in 9.4, none higher.
Auction 822 | Lot: 44161 | Nov 18, 2006

Sold For: $1,374.25

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