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Young Love (1963-1977 DC) 85 VG- 3.5

Water spotting. Chew.

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Cover by Tony DeZuniga. Stories by Jack Miller, Jack Oleck, Barbara Friedlander and unknown. Art by John Rosenberger, Ric Estrada & Tony DeZuniga, Art Saaf, Mike Sekowsky, Liz Berube and unknown. Was it some evil buried deep inside her soul that made her a plaything for every guy she met? Read..."I Couldn't Trust Myself!" Plus: Johnny was gone...taking her love...in "Yesterday's Romance"! Also featuring "Love a la Carte" and the reprint story "I Love You Again"! And: What perfume to use in a Beauty on a Budget 1-pager! Plus: 1-page As Jane Ford Sees It advice column! Statement of ownership -- average print run 360,334; average paid circulation 165,816. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.15.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 301 CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4668465008

Direct Edition. "The Sable Gauntlet!" Guest-starring Silver Sable. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. The first 300 issues of the Amazing Spider-Man are in the books after the web-slinger's epic battle vs. Venom last issue! And now the next chapter in the wall-crawler's anthology begins with an encounter with his favorite mercenary: Silver Sable! The enchanting sable agrees to make a test run through the security systems of a new high-rise office building, but deadly danger awaits on the top floor! Will Spidey catch the elevator in time? Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Dr. Morris Sloan. First $1.00 issue. (Notes: The cover is the same artwork (with different colors) as the cover to issue 300. This issue includes a full-page ad for the first appearance of Typhoid Mary in the Daredevil (1st) series -- art by John Romita Jr. and Al Williamson. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 469,913; average paid circulation 284,692. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 301 CGC 9.4 Direct Variant

Paper: Off white

Label #4660288001

Direct Edition. "The Sable Gauntlet!" Guest-starring Silver Sable. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. The first 300 issues of the Amazing Spider-Man are in the books after the web-slinger's epic battle vs. Venom last issue! And now the next chapter in the wall-crawler's anthology begins with an encounter with his favorite mercenary: Silver Sable! The enchanting sable agrees to make a test run through the security systems of a new high-rise office building, but deadly danger awaits on the top floor! Will Spidey catch the elevator in time? Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Dr. Morris Sloan. First $1.00 issue. (Notes: The cover is the same artwork (with different colors) as the cover to issue 300. This issue includes a full-page ad for the first appearance of Typhoid Mary in the Daredevil (1st) series -- art by John Romita Jr. and Al Williamson. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 469,913; average paid circulation 284,692. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 86 CGC 5.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4308216017

"Brain-Child to the Dark Tower Came" Part 2 of 2. Script by Roy Thomas. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Jim Mooney. Cover by John Buscema and Jim Mooney. The Avengers and Nighthawk race to Atomic City (of Earth-712) to halt the launch of Brain-Child's doomsday rocket! However three members of the Squadron Supreme are currently guarding the launch site to ensure a safe liftoff! Fortunately after Wanda stops the launch, Nighthawk is able to explain to his teammates the dire situation! And Hyperion, Doctor Spectrum, and the Whizzer agree to join the assault on Brain-Child's tower fortress! Can the eight heroes (from two different Earths) bring the child prodigy's delusional dreams to an end? Goliath will lead the charge! Avengers Lineup: Black Panther, Goliath, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the Squadron Supreme meet again in Avengers 141, but as adversaries instead of allies. Len Wein contributed to the plot of this two-part story. Theletters page includes a letter from comics writer Mike W. Barr. This issue contains a statement of ownership: average print run 385,239; average paid circulation 217,394.) 36 pages. Cover price $0.15.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 62 CGC 6.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4314519001

Cover pencils by Marie Severin, inks by Syd Shores. Quoth the Nighthawk, "Nevermore!" starring Daredevil, Nighthawk (Origin), Foggy Nelson, Karen Page, Jo-Jo, and Weepin' Willie, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Syd Shores; Daredevil is upstaged by the new hero in town who is only in the game for the glory; cameo flashback with Captain America, Namor, the Sub-Mariner, and Grand Master. The letters page contains a statement of ownership--average print run 418,160; average paid circulation 245,422. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.15. Cover price $0.15.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 158 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4045735001

First Frank Miller Daredevil. First 40-cent cover price. Cover pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Joe Rubinstein. A Grave Mistake!, script by Roger McKenzie (Death-Stalker origin on page 7 plotted by Marv Wolfman), pencils by Frank Miller , inks by Klaus Janson.; Matt is captured by the Ani-Men and has a final showdown with Death-Stalker in a graveyard; the Unholy Three (Ape Man, Bird Man, Cat Man) appear. This issue contains a statement of ownership--average print run 393,978; average paid circulation 111.559. Miller/Joe Rubinstein cover. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.40. Cover price $0.40.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 158 VG- 3.5

First Frank Miller Daredevil. First 40-cent cover price. Cover pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Joe Rubinstein. A Grave Mistake!, script by Roger McKenzie (Death-Stalker origin on page 7 plotted by Marv Wolfman), pencils by Frank Miller , inks by Klaus Janson.; Matt is captured by the Ani-Men and has a final showdown with Death-Stalker in a graveyard; the Unholy Three (Ape Man, Bird Man, Cat Man) appear. This issue contains a statement of ownership--average print run 393,978; average paid circulation 111.559. Miller/Joe Rubinstein cover. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.40. Cover price $0.40.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 24 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4697996006

"Snow Blind!" Written by Peter David. Art by Gene Colan. Cover by Jim Lee. A Mandripoor street punk steals a briefcase thinking he made a big score. What he doesn't realize is that the case is loaded with explosives. Can Wolverine find the boy before the bomb goes off? 32 pages, FC Cover price $1.50.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 360 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #1445799003

Direct Edition. "Death Toy!" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Chris Marrinan. Mark Bagley. Inks by Keith Williams. Cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. At the Tech-Toy warehouse, Cardiac and the wall-crawler come to a meeting of the minds about their pursuits of justice! Perhaps it's possible for them to work together after all! The next evening at Stane International, Spider-Man and Cardiac team up to stop the illegal manufacturing of military weapons! Could this be the beginning of a beautiful friendship? Not quite! Meanwhile, a new blood-hued super-villain makes his first savage kill...the first of many! Cameo appearances by Carnage, Mary Jane Watson, Ben Urich, Joy Mercado, and J. Jonah Jameson. Origin of Cardiac. (Notes: Cardiac returns in Amazing Spider-Man 376. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 470,075; average paid circulation 340,977.) 36 pages. $1.25 cover price. Cover price $1.25.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 194 CGC 9.4

Paper: Cream to off white

Label #4701981007

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. The Death of Lois Lane!, script by Otto Binder, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. The Super-Luck of Badge 77, script by Otto Binder, art by Al Plastino; Clark joins the police force for a story and lets Police Chief Smith believe that he is protected by the luck in badge #77 when he is actually using his super-abilities. Letter to the editor from Irene Vartanoff. Statement of ownership--average print run 1,091,000; average paid circulation 719,976. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen (1954) 147 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #0065510004

Cover pencils by Neal Adams, inks by Murphy Anderson. A Superman in Super-Town!, script and pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Mike Royer; Superman visits New Genesis and meets Magnar and Highfather; he returns to Earth to help Jimmy and the Newsboy Legion, who are prisoners of evil Victor Volcanium. The Scoop of Suicide Slum starring the Newsboy Legion, script by Jack Kirby; Joe Simon, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Simon. Letter to the editor from comics writer Bob Rozakis. Statement of ownership--average print run 555,000; average paid circulation 299,882. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 98 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #0281684004

Christmas Issue - "Merry Christmas, X-Men!" Part 1 of 3. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Sam Grainger. Dave Cockrum cover. It's the Holiday Season and the residents of Xavier's School for the Gifted are about to receive a most unexpected surprise...the mutant hunting Sentinels have returned! But why have these robotic giants attacked now, and who is pulling their strings? The answer will leave the X-Men speechless. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.25.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 110 CGC 5.0 SS Claremont

Paper: Off white to white

Signed by Chris Claremont on 4/11/23

Label #4233888016

"The 'X'-Sanction!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Tony DeZuniga, Dave Cockrum. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin. Can the new team survive an encounter with the deadly Warhawk?! 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 120 CGC 7.5 SS Claremont

Paper: White

Signed by Chris Claremont on 4/11/23

Label #4233889012

"Wanted: Wolverine! Dead or Alive!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Alpha Flight (1st appearance cameo). Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Wolverine's past comes back to haunt him yet again. First the Canadian government sent its super-agent Vindicator to retrieve the awol operative (see Uncanny X-Men #109). But when the X-Men proved too much for the lone Canadian super-hero. This time they will send a whole strike force and not even the X-Men may be powerful enough to stop them getting what they want. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 120 VG 4.0

Puncture damage.

"Wanted: Wolverine! Dead or Alive!" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Alpha Flight (1st appearance cameo). Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Wolverine's past comes back to haunt him yet again. First the Canadian government sent its super-agent Vindicator to retrieve the awol operative (see Uncanny X-Men #109). But when the X-Men proved too much for the lone Canadian super-hero. This time they will send a whole strike force and not even the X-Men may be powerful enough to stop them getting what they want. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.35.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 156D CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4041845024

Direct Edition. "Pursuit!" Part 3 of 4. Guest-starring the Starjammers and Tigra. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek. The Professor has been taken captive, Colossus has been mortally wounded, and the Earth is running out of time. The hard-luck heroes the X-Men team-up with the space-pirates the Starjammers to pursue their adversaries - the Shi'ar renegade Deathbird and the sinister Brood - to the far reaches of the space itself. Plus, the origin of Cyclops' father, Corsair, is revealed. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 169D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4047079014

Direct Edition. "Catacombs!" Part 1 of 2. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Paul Smith and Bob Wiacek. Angel has been kidnaped by a fanatical group of mutants that live below the streets of Manhattan. Now the X-Men race against the clock to save the life of the former teammate, but are they ready for what they find in the tunnels of the Morlocks? NOTE: 1st appearance of Callisto and the Morlocks. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 229 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4724624008

"Down Under!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. A new era for Marvel's Merry Mutants begins here. The world believes the X-Men is dead. Perished while saving the world from the demonic Adversary (see Uncanny X-Men #225-227). The X-Men use this opportunity to do some real good anonymously. First order of business, securing a base of operations. The Reavers base will do just fine. It's mutants vs. an army of killer cyborgs in the Mighty Marvel Manner! NOTE: 1st appearance of the Reavers and Gateway. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Wonder Woman (1942 1st Series DC) 224 VF 8.0

"Wonder Woman vs. the United States!" Script by Martin Pasko, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Superman stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "Superman Saves the Earth." Superman also stars in a one-page public service announcement, "Justice For All Includes Children 4." Statement of ownership--average print run 309,000; average paid circulation 148,000. Ernie Chan cover (as "Ernie Chua"). 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.30.

Adventure Comics (1938 1st Series) 433 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4474565022

Cover art by Jim Aparo. The Swami and... the Spectre, script by Michael Fleisher and Russell Carley (art continuity), art by Jim Aparo; Lt. Corrigan begins to investigate the murder of a construction engineer, whose wife is being bilked by a phony swami; However, problems arise when Gwen steps in and discloses to the swami that the policeman is actually the Spectre. Revolt and Revenge! starring Captain Fear, script by Steve Skeates, art by Alex Niño. Letter to the editor from comic artist Paul Kupperberg. Statement of ownership--average print run 413,889; average paid circulation 167,511. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Adventure Comics (1938 1st Series) 433 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4439908004

Cover art by Jim Aparo. The Swami and... the Spectre, script by Michael Fleisher and Russell Carley (art continuity), art by Jim Aparo; Lt. Corrigan begins to investigate the murder of a construction engineer, whose wife is being bilked by a phony swami; However, problems arise when Gwen steps in and discloses to the swami that the policeman is actually the Spectre. Revolt and Revenge! starring Captain Fear, script by Steve Skeates, art by Alex Niño. Letter to the editor from comic artist Paul Kupperberg. Statement of ownership--average print run 413,889; average paid circulation 167,511. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Showcase (1956-1978) 63 FN 6.0

Cover pencils by Joe Orlando, inks by Mike Esposito. Conquer Man-Mountain -- Because He's There!, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Joe Orlando and Jerry Grandenetti, inks by Mike Esposito; The Masked Swastika assembles his old gang, formerly enemies of the Freedom Brigade, and with the help of the Silver Sorceress they are all rejuvenated; Unfortunately, the Brigade is retired and only their children, the Inferior 5, are available to stop the villains. Oh, No! Not Another Green-Skinned Monster!, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Joe Orlando, inks by Mike Esposito. Merryman's Last Stand, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Joe Orlando, inks by Mike Esposito. Stories include parodies of Iron Man and the Hulk. Statement of ownership--average print run 388,000; average paid circulation 234,000. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Wonder Woman (1942 1st Series DC) 205 CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Label #1445081015

Cover by Nick Cardy. "Target Wonder Woman!", script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Bob Oksner; A terrorist named Dr. Domino tries to force U.N. troubleshooter Morgan Tracy to spill the knowledge of a deadly weapon by tying Wonder Woman to a missile and launching it. Half-page text describes the magic lasso, the robot plane, Wonder Woman's bracelets, and the tiara. "The Mystery of Nubia," script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Don Heck, inks by Vinnie Colletta; On the floating island where she reigns, Nubia stops a fight between two rivals for her hand by offering to fight one of them herself. 36 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Strange Tales (1951 1st Series) 167 VG 4.0

Water spotting.

Cover art by Jim Steranko. Nick Fury stars in "Armageddon!", script and pencils by Jim Steranko, inks by Joe Sinnott; While Jimmy Woo cradles the body of Suwan in his arms a SHIELD Suicide Squad bursts in via The Dreadnought, a colossal tunneling machine; The Claw vanishes but Fury uses a Pseudo-Elliptoid Wrist Tracer to find him, but arrives just as the villain escapes into the Space-Time Continuum in an Infinity Sphere; Fury finds a Prototype Warp-Vest and follows The Yellow Claw as they have a psychic duel. "This Dream—This Doom!", script by Dennis O'Neil and Dan Adkins (co-plot), art by Dan Adkins; The Ancient One is alive and tells Strange he made Zom believe he was dead so he could pass on his powers to his disciple; With the Cosmic Balance restored he was able to shatter the spell that bound him; In his Himalayan retreat Strange and the Ancient One discover that Victoria Bentley is a prisoner in the Dimension of Dreams; Using a mystic gem and with his mentor to mentally guide him Strange travels to Victoria. Ad for Not Brand Echh and Daredevil. Statement of ownership--average print run 428.603; average paid circulation 241,561. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 42 GD/VG 3.0

Cover art by John Buscema. If I Should Die...!, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Don Heck, inks by George Tuska; the X-Men battle Grotesk the Sub-Human. The End...Or the Beginning?--The Origins of the Uncanny X-Men, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Herb Trimpe; Cyclops origin conclusion, the Living Diamond dies; includes Professor X. This issue contains a statement of ownership--average print run 445,763; average paid circulation 266,034. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 375 CGC 8.5 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4729837017

Direct Edition. 30th Anniversary issue of Amazing Spiderman #1. "The Bride of Venom" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Mark Bagley. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Gold foil holografix cover by Mark Bagley and Randy Emberlin. Inside an abandoned Brooklyn amusement park, the Lethal Protector holds Richard and Mary Parker captive! The disturbed Venom thinks he's just doing what's best for Peter's parents! But that's not going to work! No way, no how! So, the wall-crawler heads to the park knowing a fierce fight awaits! However, the web-slinger may have help this time from a very unlikely source... Eddie Brock's ex-wife! Wow, will there be a family reunion atop the Ferris wheel? Or perhaps a funeral beneath it? One way or another, the Amazing Spider-Man and Venom battle for the last time! Cameo appearances by Silver Sable, Battlestar, Mary Jane Watson, and J. Jonah Jameson. Second story: "True Friends!" Script by Tom DeFalco. Pencils by Patrick Olliffee. Inks by Mark McKenna. Aware of what the Human Torch did to Empire State University, Spider-Man vows to bring his friend to justice. Cameo appearance by Silver Sable. Plot crosses over with Fantastic Four 373 & 374. Third story: "The Monster Within" Script by Eric Fein. Art by Dan Panosian. JJJ tries to get his son, John Jameson, started in the field of journalism. Fourth story: "Echoes..." Script by Terry Kavanagh. Pencils by Aaron Lopresti. Inks by Don Hudson. The Chameleon visits the grave of Kraven the Hunter. (Notes: Venom appears next in the first issue of his Lethal Protector (1993) series. The letters page includes a statement of ownership: average print run 660,958. average paid circulation 544,900.) 68 pages. Cover price $3.95.

Star Spangled War Stories (1952 DC 2nd Series) 95 GD/VG 3.0

1" spine split from top with splitting to interior. Water damage. Ink writing inside front cover.

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Cover pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. Guinea Pig Patrol! featuring War That Time Forgot, script by Robert Kanigher, pencils by Ross Andru, inks by Mike Esposito. The Human Torpedo, script by Bob Haney, art by Jack Abel. Gunner from the Past, script by Bob Haney, art by Russ Heath. Screaming Eagle Battle Story of the 101st Airborne Division, script and pencils by Morris Waldinger, inks by Tom Nicolisi. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 189 CGC 5.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4663948006

Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Joe Giella. 1st Silver Age appearance of Scarecrow in book-length story, "Fright of the Scarecrow!", script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; While entertaining some children in the park, Dick happens to notice the Scarecrow retrieving buried loot from a past robbery; He calls in Batman and together they battle their old foe until they are blinded by Scarecrow's fear gas. Little Pete humor half-page by Henry Boltinoff. Letter from comic book writer Mark Evanier. Peace on Earth public service announcement. Eyes Front! humor half-page by Henry Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Daredevil (1964 1st Series) 87 CGC 9.6 Suscha News

Paper: White

Label #1053871007

Cover pencils by John Buscema, inks by Frank Giacoia. From Stage Left, Enter: Electro!, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Gene Colan, inks by Tom Palmer; DD and the Black Widow move to San Francisco where they immediately come up against an unhinged Electro. The letters page contains a statement of ownership--average print run 328,258; average paid circulation 199,872. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 384 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4688223002

Cover by Irv Novick. "Whatever Will Happen to Heiress Heloise?," script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Joe Giella; When two look-alike women, both claiming to be a wealthy heiress, are targeted by hoods, Batman steps in to protect them and solve the mystery. "Tall, Dark, Handsome - and Missing!," script by Mike Friedrich, pencils by Gil Kane, inks by Murphy Anderson; When Barbara Gordon becomes infatuated with library patron Mark Hanner, she decides to try and impress him with a new hair style; When he doesn't show up the following week, she decides to pay him a visit; Upon arriving she bumps into a woman, but pays it no mind; When she notices that Mark is not home and somebody recently has been in his apartment and stole his medication, she begins to track the woman she ran into in the hall as Batgirl. Letter to the editor from colorist Carl Gafford. Statement of ownership - average print run 570,000; average paid circulation 309,850. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 150 VG/FN 5.0

Only one staple (manufacturing).

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. Loki, Karnilla, the Wrecker, and the Destroyer gang up on Thor in "Even in Death," script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Wrecker leaves Thor for dead; Thor, rebuffing Hela, returns to his body to face the enemy; Sif and Baldur face Karnilla and Loki; Sif is tricked into entering the Destroyer which takes out the Wrecker but now faces the weakened Thor. "Origins of the Inhumans" back-up: "Triton," script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Sinnott; Triton allows himself to be captured by humans to learn more about the outside world; Origin of Triton. This issue also contains a statement of ownership: average print run 497,708; average paid circulation 298,219. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 150 VG 4.0

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. Loki, Karnilla, the Wrecker, and the Destroyer gang up on Thor in "Even in Death," script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Wrecker leaves Thor for dead; Thor, rebuffing Hela, returns to his body to face the enemy; Sif and Baldur face Karnilla and Loki; Sif is tricked into entering the Destroyer which takes out the Wrecker but now faces the weakened Thor. "Origins of the Inhumans" back-up: "Triton," script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Joe Sinnott; Triton allows himself to be captured by humans to learn more about the outside world; Origin of Triton. This issue also contains a statement of ownership: average print run 497,708; average paid circulation 298,219. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 54 GD/VG 3.0

First appearances of Alex Summers (later Havok) and the Living Pharaoh. Cover pencils by Barry Windsor-Smith [as Barry Smith] and John Romita (on Living Pharaoh figure), inks by Vince Colletta. Wanted: Dead Or Alive--Cyclops!, script by Arnold Drake, pencils by Don Heck and Werner Roth, inks by Vince Colletta; the X-Men battle Ahmet "The Living Pharaoh" Abdol, who has captured Cyclops' younger brother, Alex; two cops try to arrest Cyclops for the murder of Abdol. The Million Dollar Angel--The Origins of the Uncanny X-Men, script by Arnold Drake, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Vince Colletta; Angel's origin. A letter from comics professional Bob Wiacek. This issue contains a statement of ownership--average print run 415,200; average paid circulation 273,360. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

World's Finest Comics (1941) 201 VG/FN 5.0

Signed by Denny O'Neil (splash page). No autograph certification is included. 1/2" spine split from the bottom.

Cover pencils by Neal Adams, inks by Dick Giordano. A Prize of Peril! starring Superman and Green Lantern, script by Dennis O'Neil, pencils by Dick Dillin, inks by Joe Giella; Superman and Green Lantern engage in a cosmic battle to save the human race. Statement of ownership--average print run 606,305; average paid circulation 333,213. Letter to the editor from comics writer Martin Pasko. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Batman (1940) 200 CGC 6.5 Restored

Restored: B1

Paper: White

Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover.

Label #4711163010

Cover art by Neal Adams (first work on this title) and various (background). "The Man Who Radiated Fear!" starring Batman and Robin (with Joker and Penguin cameos), script by Mike Friedrich, pencils by Chic Stone (ghosting for Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella.; When the Scarecrow perfects a fear-radiated pill and uses it on the Caped Crusaders, the duo are unable to continue their war on crime until Alfred enters the picture; Then the Caped Crusaders head out and capture several of their foes, each one having a clue on their persons which lead them to the Scarecrow. "The Bat-Man," script by Bill Finger, art by Bob Kane; reprint of first page of first Batman story. The Batman says: public service announcement, script by Whitney Ellsworth, art by Jack Burnley. One-page dialogue between comic writer Mike Friedrich and fan Biljo White. Statement of ownership--average print run 1,198,000; average paid circulation 805,700. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Tales of Suspense (1959) 76 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4599517013

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by John Romita. "Here Lies Hidden… the Unspeakable Ultimo!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Gene Colan (as Adam Austin), inks by Jack Abel (as Gary Michaels); While being arrested for the use of the Enervation Intensifier, Tony Stark is suddenly transported through time and space; But where will he end up?; The Freak turns back into Happy, but then the Mandarin attacks. "The Gladiator, the Girl, and the Glory!", script by Stan Lee, art by John Romita; Batroc and Captain America duke it out over the vial of Inferno 42. Statement of Ownership: Average no. copies each issue during preceding 12 months: 367,728. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 126 CBCS 8.5

Paper: White

Label #24-060AEF0-004

Title becomes Thor; previously Journey Into Mystery. Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. "Whom the Gods Would Destroy!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Thor and Hercules fight over Jane Foster; Odin, still angry because Thor revealed his identity to Jane, removes half Thor's powers by giving 'Odin Power' to Seidring. Hercules defeats Thor. Marvel Bullpen Bulletins. Tale of Asgard: "The Summons!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Argonauts are called home to Asgard by Odin. Appearances by Balder, Hogun, Fandral, Volstagg, and Odin. The letters page contains a statement of ownership, management and circulation: average print run 377,663; average paid circulation 232,644. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 126 CGC 6.5 SS Stan Lee

Paper: Off white

Signed by Stan Lee on 3/17/08.

Label #0900955007

Title becomes Thor; previously Journey Into Mystery. Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta. "Whom the Gods Would Destroy!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; Thor and Hercules fight over Jane Foster; Odin, still angry because Thor revealed his identity to Jane, removes half Thor's powers by giving 'Odin Power' to Seidring. Hercules defeats Thor. Marvel Bullpen Bulletins. Tale of Asgard: "The Summons!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Vince Colletta; The Argonauts are called home to Asgard by Odin. Appearances by Balder, Hogun, Fandral, Volstagg, and Odin. The letters page contains a statement of ownership, management and circulation: average print run 377,663; average paid circulation 232,644. 36 pgs., full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 390 CBCS 9.6 Witnessed Sig Defalco

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Tom Defalco on 2/22/2020 Direct Edition

Label #20-0BD3E6A-007

War of Gods: Prelude - The Avengers guest star in "The Hero and the Hammer!", script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Brett Breeding; Thor arrives on Hydrobase, and learns of the many changes to the Avengers; Asgard is once again attacked by Seths legions, while Grog and more Demons of Death attack Thor and the Captain; During the battle, the Captain lifts Mjolnir and sends it back to Thors grasp; Thor then easily defeats Grog and the soldiers, sending them back through the gate. Brief appearances by Hogun, Fandrall, Volstagg, and Balder. The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 314,440; average paid circulation 190,600. 36 pgs., full color.

NOTE: Steve Rogers lifts Thor's hammer for the 1st time.

Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 274D NM- 9.2

Direct Edition. "Capital Crimes!" Part 1 of 4. Guest-starring Nick Fury and Ka-Zar. Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams. It's an epic battle is being waged in the Savage Land and the future of mankind may rest in the hands of...Magneto?! Meanwhile, the X-Men have arrived on the far side of the universe only to have blundered into the trap of an old and dangerous adversary. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 350A NM 9.4 Deluxe Hologram

Deluxe edition. Collector's edition holographic wraparound foldout cover (the newsstand edition is not holographic). The Trial of Gambit in "Trial & Errors," script by Steve Seagle, pencils by Joe Madureira and Andy Smith, inks by Tim Townsend, Vince Russell, and Dan Panosian; Erik reveals to the captured X-Men that Gambit gathered the Marauders for Sinister to initiate the Mutant Massacre. Magneto cameo. Statement of ownership--average print run 471,292; average paid circulation 300,732. Statement of ownership--average print run 471,292; average paid circulation 300,732. Madureira/Townsend cover. 54 pgs., full color. $3.99. Cover price $3.99.

Tales of Suspense (1959) 52 GD- 1.8

Water damage.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Paul Reinman. First appearance of the Black Widow in "The Crimson Dynamo Strikes Again!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Don Rico (as N. Korok), art by Don Heck; The Black Widow and Boris are sent to America to kill Anton Vanko, the Crimson Dynamo, for defecting to America; They are also tasked with killing both Iron Man and Tony Stark. The first half of "The Magician" text story. "The Seance!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Larry Lieber, pencils by Larry Lieber, inks by Chic Stone; A fake medium uses special effects to simulate supernatural powers, but he is taken into the spirit world by real ghosts as punishment. "The Failure!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Larry Lieber (script), pencils by Larry Lieber, inks by Paul Reinman; The Earth of the future is overwhelmingly materialistic, except for one idealistic young man and his lover; They are abducted by aliens, who have determined that he is the best suited to be absolute ruler of their empire. This issue includes a statement of ownership - average print run, 318,932; average paid circulation, 188,005. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 103 GD+ 2.5

Cover oxidation. Water damage.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by George Roussos. "The Enchantress and the Executioner!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Chic Stone; Loki and Odin conspire to end Thor's infatuation with Jane Foster by sending the Enchantress to seduce him away from his mortal love; The heavy handed Executioner fouls things up and the mission is unsuccessful; features the first appearance of the two title characters. "Poor Oscar" text story. "To Live Forever!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Larry Lieber (script), pencils by Larry Lieber, inks by Chic Stone; In a future where capital punishment has been abolished, the maximum sentence is 90 years imprisonment; A brilliant scientist decides to find a way to make himself immortal, so he may commit crimes with impunity, but turns himself into a rock. This issue also has a statement of ownership: average print run 318,413; average paid circulation 187,740. "Thor's Mission to Mirmir!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Chic Stone; Thor must reach Mirmir to tell him that Odin has decided it is time to create the human race. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 103 FR 1.0

4" Front cover tear. Cover oxidation. Water damage. Interior soiling.

Cover pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by George Roussos. "The Enchantress and the Executioner!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Chic Stone; Loki and Odin conspire to end Thor's infatuation with Jane Foster by sending the Enchantress to seduce him away from his mortal love; The heavy handed Executioner fouls things up and the mission is unsuccessful; features the first appearance of the two title characters. "Poor Oscar" text story. "To Live Forever!", script by Stan Lee (plot) and Larry Lieber (script), pencils by Larry Lieber, inks by Chic Stone; In a future where capital punishment has been abolished, the maximum sentence is 90 years imprisonment; A brilliant scientist decides to find a way to make himself immortal, so he may commit crimes with impunity, but turns himself into a rock. This issue also has a statement of ownership: average print run 318,413; average paid circulation 187,740. "Thor's Mission to Mirmir!", script by Stan Lee, pencils by Jack Kirby, inks by Chic Stone; Thor must reach Mirmir to tell him that Odin has decided it is time to create the human race. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.12.

Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 354 VG 4.0

Written by John Broome. Art by Sheldon Moldoff and Joe Giella. Cover by Carmine Infantino and Joe Giella. No Exit for Batman!; Batman discovers that the evil Dr. Tzin-Tzin is in Gotham City; he then uses Tzin-Tzins communicator to locate him. Written by John Broome. Art by Carmine Infantino. The Double-Dealing Jewel Thieves!; Ralph Elongated Man Dibny visits a museum of replicas of famous treasures. Letter to the editor from comics writer Mike Friedrich. Stetement of ownership--average print run 485,000; average paid circulation 304,414. 36 pages, full color. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.