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    Superman (1939 1st Series) #53 GD 2.0
    Published Aug 1948 by DC.

    Superman (1939 1st Series) 53 GD 2.0

    Restored (see item notes)

    RESTORATION. Minor color touch, spine and edges rebuilt/reinforced, piece fills, tear seals, staples replaced, right edge trimmed. Centerfold detached at one staple.

    Ended Aug 8 2016
    Winning Bid $157

    Cover pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye. List of Superman's accomplishments in the "real world." The Origin of Superman, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye; After a prologue that demonstrates Superman's amazing abilities, his origin is recounted. Tootsie Rolls ad, art by C. C. Beck. The Oracle From, script by Alvin Schwartz, art by Al Plastino; Professor Grog accidentally sends Superman and mechanic Mike Mooney back to ancient Egypt. Shorty humor two-pager by Henry Boltinoff. The Tiniest Things In the World text article by Joe Samachson [as William Morrison]. A Job For Superhombre, script by Don Cameron, art by Al Plastino. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10. Grade: GD 2.0 explanation of grade Condition: Used (collectible)