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Black Mask #188 August 1934 (Pro-Distribution) CGC VG+ 4.5 Off-white to white pages....

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Black Mask #188 August 1934 (Pro-Distribution) CGC VG+ 4.5 Off-white to white pages. This, the highest-graded copy on the current CGC census, includes the Race Williams story "Murder Book" by Carroll John Daly. Fred Craft cover. Bookery's lists as "uncommon". CGC notes, "From the collection of Dr. Richard Meli". Bookery's Guide to Pulps Second Edition 2020 VG 4.0 value = $100. CGC census 1/26: 1 in 4.5, none higher.


CGC Grader Notes:
tape full right of interior front cover
multiple tear & splits spine
tear bottom of back cover
crease full bottom of back cover

View the certification for CGC Certification ID 4618479018, including grader's notes if available and a link to the latest full census report for the issue.*

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Auction Info

2026 February 19 Hard-Boiled Heroes: Detective Pulp Magazines from The Dr. Richard Meli Collection Showcase Auction #47179 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
February, 2026
19th Thursday
Internet/Mail Bids: 7
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Sold on Feb 19, 2026 for: $390.40
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