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Avengers (1963 1st Series) 196N FN+ 6.5

Newsstand Edition. "The Terrible Toll of the Taskmaster" Guest-starring Ant-Man. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Jack Abel. Cover by George Perez and Joe Rubinstein. A brand new villain, the Taskmaster, has turned the tables on the Wasp, Yellowjacket, and Ant-Man! The three insect-like super-heroes are prisoners inside the Taskmaster's training academy! The good news is that seven avengers are waiting outside the training compound, but the bad news...none of them know that their teammates are in grave danger! However, Earth Mightiest Heroes follow the ants, and the trail leads to the Taskmaster! Is the villain with the photographic reflexes ready to battle the Avengers? Choose wisely dear Taskmaster! First (full) appearance and origin of the Taskmaster. (Notes: The Taskmaster appears next in Marvel Team-Up 103. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Kurt Busiek.) 36 pages Cover price $0.40.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 196N CGC 5.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #2103421002

Newsstand Edition. "The Terrible Toll of the Taskmaster" Guest-starring Ant-Man. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Jack Abel. Cover by George Perez and Joe Rubinstein. A brand new villain, the Taskmaster, has turned the tables on the Wasp, Yellowjacket, and Ant-Man! The three insect-like super-heroes are prisoners inside the Taskmaster's training academy! The good news is that seven avengers are waiting outside the training compound, but the bad news...none of them know that their teammates are in grave danger! However, Earth Mightiest Heroes follow the ants, and the trail leads to the Taskmaster! Is the villain with the photographic reflexes ready to battle the Avengers? Choose wisely dear Taskmaster! First (full) appearance and origin of the Taskmaster. (Notes: The Taskmaster appears next in Marvel Team-Up 103. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Kurt Busiek.) 36 pages Cover price $0.40.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 196N VG/FN 5.0

Water spotting.

Newsstand Edition. "The Terrible Toll of the Taskmaster" Guest-starring Ant-Man. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Jack Abel. Cover by George Perez and Joe Rubinstein. A brand new villain, the Taskmaster, has turned the tables on the Wasp, Yellowjacket, and Ant-Man! The three insect-like super-heroes are prisoners inside the Taskmaster's training academy! The good news is that seven avengers are waiting outside the training compound, but the bad news...none of them know that their teammates are in grave danger! However, Earth Mightiest Heroes follow the ants, and the trail leads to the Taskmaster! Is the villain with the photographic reflexes ready to battle the Avengers? Choose wisely dear Taskmaster! First (full) appearance and origin of the Taskmaster. (Notes: The Taskmaster appears next in Marvel Team-Up 103. The letters page includes a letter from comics writer Kurt Busiek.) 36 pages Cover price $0.40.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 200D CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #2097290015

Direct Edition. Special 48-page giant-sized anniversary issue! "The Child is Father to...?" Plot by Jim Shooter, George Perez, Bob Layton, and David Michelinie. Script by David Michelinie. Art by George Perez (breakdowns) and Dan Green (finishes). Cover by George Perez and Terry Austin. It's the bicentennial issue of Earth's Mightiest Heroes! However, the mood at Avengers Mansion is bittersweet as Ms. Marvel gives birth to a healthy baby boy after a bizarre three-day pregnancy. Something very strange has happened to Carol Danvers, but Dr. Donald Blake and Hank Pym cannot determine what. Something else rather strange is also happening to New York City...prehistoric dinosaurs, medieval knights, and alien spaceships! Where in the world, or perhaps, when in the world did they come from?!? One avenger has a strong suspicion...the now full-grown son of Carol Danvers! When Hawkeye confronts "Marcus" and his mysterious machine, the truth is revealed! Will the truth bring a happy ending to everyone involved...or just appear to? First and final appearance of Marcus Immortus. Flashback cameo by Immortus. Avengers Lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Hawkeye, Jocasta, Ms. Marvel, Scarlet Witch, Thor, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and Yellowjacket. (Notes: Avengers 200 generated considerable controversy concerning the circumstances of Ms. Marvel's unwilling pregnancy. Carol Danvers' saga continues in Marvel Super-Heroes (2nd series) 11 and Avengers Annual 10. Marvel Super-Heroes 11 (Fall 1992) contains the unpublished story that was originally intended for Ms. Marvel (1st series) 25.) 52 pgs. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) 233 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4668464025

"The Annihilation Gambit!" Plot by Roger Stern and John Byrne. Script by Roger Stern. Art by John Byrne (breakdowns) and Joe Sinnott (finishes). Cover by John Byrne and Joe Sinnott. Plot continues from Fantastic Four 255. A strange and powerful force field is emanating from the Baxter Building and spreading outward across Manhattan! Who has created this massive barrier? The lord of the Negative Zone! And Annihilus plans to merge Earth's solar system with the Negative Zone and destroy everything! However, the Avengers are pulling out all the stops to penetrate the barrier including calling in the Vision and the Scarlet Witch! But when the Vision collapses inside the null-field, Earth's Mightiest Heroes go to their last option...Captain Marvel! In dazzling fashion, the newest avenger becomes a gamma ray laser beam, breaks through the barrier, and stuns Annihilus! Has Captain Marvel cleared the path to victory? Or do the Avengers need help from the FF to finish Annihilus? Story overlaps with Fantastic Four 256. Cameo appearances by the Fantastic Four, Franklin Richards, Alicia Masters, Bernie Rosenthal, and Hawkeye. Avengers Lineup: Captain America, Captain Marvel, Scarlet Witch, She-Hulk, Starfox, Thor, Vision, and the Wasp. (Note: The Avengers previously battled Annihilus in Marvel Two-in-One 75.) 36 pages Cover price $0.60.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 6 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4632122022

"No Final Victory!" Guest-starring the Whizzer. Story by Gerry Conway. Pencils by George Perez. Inks by Mike Esposito, John Tartaglione, and Duffy Vohland. Cover by Jack Kirby and Dan Adkins. Story continues from Avengers 153. It's an action-packed annual as Earth's Mightiest Heroes face one crisis after another! First, a wounded Scarlet Witch returns to Avengers Mansion following her battle against the Living Laser. Then while Jarvis and the Vision summon a doctor for Wanda, the Whizzer regains consciousness and explains his bizarre behavior to the Wasp and Yellowjacket. Meanwhile, a confused Wonder Man wanders the streets of Manhattan. And furthermore, the sinister Serpent Crown remains unaccounted for somewhere in the United States! Wow, where do the Avengers begin? Fortunately, Iron Man is able to track the radio-active aura of the crown to Southern California. And inside a west coast army outpost, six avengers plus Wonder Man and the Whizzer fight to the finish against the Living Laser, a renegade army general, and Nuklo! Back up story: "Night Vision!" Script by Scott Edelman. Art by Herb Trimpe. The Vision battles the Whirlwind one-on-one. (Note: Nuklo previously appeared in Giant-Size Avengers 1.) 52 pages Cover price $0.50.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 7 FN 6.0

"The Final Threat" Part 1 of 2. Guest-starring Captain Marvel and Adam Warlock. Script by Jim Starlin. Art by Jim Starlin (breakdowns) and Joe Rubinstein (finishes). Cover by Jim Starlin. One of the epochal annuals of the bronze age! A stormy night at Avengers Mansion is interrupted by the sudden arrival of Captain Marvel and Moondragon. The duo feels that the universe is in imminent danger! Their fears are confirmed moments later when Adam Warlock also arrives and delivers troubling news: Thanos has a new plan for obliterating the universe! The evil Titan sends a giant space armada to attack Earth, while he prepares to blow up the sun via his massive star gem! However, the mightiest heroes on Earth intercept the fleet and set their sights on destroying Thanos' instrument of stellar genocide! Tragically though, Warlock falls in battle vs. the mad Titan. Leaving the trio of Iron Man, Thor, and Captain Marvel as the final hope of the universe! Can the Kree warrior, thunder god, and golden avenger triumph over Thanos? Story continues in Marvel Two-in-One Annual 2. Deaths of Gamora, Pip, and Warlock. Avengers lineup: Beast, Captain America, Iron Man, Scarlet Witch, Thor, and the Vision. (Notes: First appearances of the Space Gem, the Mind Gem, and the Reality Gem, and the first time all six Infinity Gems were in a story. Thanos previously appeared in Warlock 15. This annual was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers.) 52 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 10D CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4664106013

Direct Edition. First appearance of Rogue and Madelyne Pryor in "By My Friends Betrayed!" Spider-Woman, X-Men, Carol Danvers, and New Brotherhood of Mutants guest star. Script by Chris Claremont. Pencils by Michael Golden. Inks by Armando Gil. Cover by Al Milgrom. This action-packed annual has got it all, true believers: the first appearance of Rogue, the spectacular art of Michael Golden, the tragic return of Carol Danvers, and the stupendous struggle between the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and the mighty Avengers! Following the events of Uncanny X-Men #142, Mystique & her New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants attempt to break four of their members out of Ryker's Island prison! After Rogue and Mystique take down Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor, the rest of the Avengers and Spider-Woman catch up to the villains, and the epic clash erupts! Woven in and around the frantic action at Ryker's Island is the heartbreaking story of Carol Danvers' return to Earth. Her life has fallen apart since leaving for Limbo with Marcus Immortus in Avengers #200, and now, stripped of her powers and memories, Carol begins the long road to recovery. And the first step is an emotional confrontation with her former teammates! Notes: Marvel Super-Heroes #11 (Fall 1992) fills in the details of Carol Danvers' life between Avengers #200 and Avengers Annual #10. The Thing stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "A Lesson to Be Learned!" This issue was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 10D CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #4664106012

Direct Edition. First appearance of Rogue and Madelyne Pryor in "By My Friends Betrayed!" Spider-Woman, X-Men, Carol Danvers, and New Brotherhood of Mutants guest star. Script by Chris Claremont. Pencils by Michael Golden. Inks by Armando Gil. Cover by Al Milgrom. This action-packed annual has got it all, true believers: the first appearance of Rogue, the spectacular art of Michael Golden, the tragic return of Carol Danvers, and the stupendous struggle between the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and the mighty Avengers! Following the events of Uncanny X-Men #142, Mystique & her New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants attempt to break four of their members out of Ryker's Island prison! After Rogue and Mystique take down Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor, the rest of the Avengers and Spider-Woman catch up to the villains, and the epic clash erupts! Woven in and around the frantic action at Ryker's Island is the heartbreaking story of Carol Danvers' return to Earth. Her life has fallen apart since leaving for Limbo with Marcus Immortus in Avengers #200, and now, stripped of her powers and memories, Carol begins the long road to recovery. And the first step is an emotional confrontation with her former teammates! Notes: Marvel Super-Heroes #11 (Fall 1992) fills in the details of Carol Danvers' life between Avengers #200 and Avengers Annual #10. The Thing stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "A Lesson to Be Learned!" This issue was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 10D FN+ 6.5

Direct Edition. First appearance of Rogue and Madelyne Pryor in "By My Friends Betrayed!" Spider-Woman, X-Men, Carol Danvers, and New Brotherhood of Mutants guest star. Script by Chris Claremont. Pencils by Michael Golden. Inks by Armando Gil. Cover by Al Milgrom. This action-packed annual has got it all, true believers: the first appearance of Rogue, the spectacular art of Michael Golden, the tragic return of Carol Danvers, and the stupendous struggle between the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and the mighty Avengers! Following the events of Uncanny X-Men #142, Mystique & her New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants attempt to break four of their members out of Ryker's Island prison! After Rogue and Mystique take down Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor, the rest of the Avengers and Spider-Woman catch up to the villains, and the epic clash erupts! Woven in and around the frantic action at Ryker's Island is the heartbreaking story of Carol Danvers' return to Earth. Her life has fallen apart since leaving for Limbo with Marcus Immortus in Avengers #200, and now, stripped of her powers and memories, Carol begins the long road to recovery. And the first step is an emotional confrontation with her former teammates! Notes: Marvel Super-Heroes #11 (Fall 1992) fills in the details of Carol Danvers' life between Avengers #200 and Avengers Annual #10. The Thing stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "A Lesson to Be Learned!" This issue was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Mark Jewelers 192MJ CGC 9.6

Paper: White

"Mark Jewelers" insert.

Label #4085417006

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. The Avengers face Inferno in Pittsburgh in "Steel City Nightmare!" Script by David Michelinie, pencils by Arvell Jones, inks by Ricardo Villamonte. George Perez/Joe Sinnott cover. Cover price $0.40.

Avengers (2010 4th Series) 17B CGC 9.6 Immonen Architects 1:26 Variant

Paper: White

Variant Edition.

Label #4660747016

Limited 1 for 26 Marvel Architects Variant Cover by Stuart Immonen FEAR ITSELF TIE-IN - Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS Penciled by JOHN ROMITA JR. FEAR ITSELF has brought damage and destruction the likes of which the Marvel Universe has never seen but it has also brought two avengers together in the most surprising way. Be here for the start of an all-new chapter in the lives of two of the most controversial Avengers! Amidst the ashes of what is left of the Marvel Universe and during the bombastic battles throughout New York, a new Avengers romance blossoms. 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$3.99 Cover price $3.99.

Avengers (2018 8th Series) 15A CGC 9.6 Marquez

Paper: White

Label #4675299001

War of the Vampires: Part 2 of 4 - Written by Jason Aaron. Art and Cover by David Marquez. CIVIL WAR: VAMPIRE EDITION! Dracula forges unholy alliances from his prison cell. Ghost Rider goes berserk. The Shadow Colonel and his new Legion of the Unliving raise bloody hell all over the globe. It's a good thing the Avengers just added a startling new member to the team. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Avengers The Initiative Featuring Reptil (2009) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4205149018

Written by CHRISTOS N. GAGE Pencils by STEVE UY Cover by HUMBERTO RAMOS Stegron the Dinosaur Man and his dinosaur army launch a campaign of destruction across America! With the Fifty State Initiative in tatters from the fallout of Secret Invasion, Tigra must pull together a squad from the few superhumans still fit for duty, including Cloud 9, Komodo, Prodigy...and a brand new recruit. Be here for the debut of Marvel's newest superstar - REPTIL! Will he save the Initiative...or ruin it? 48 PGS. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 1D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Minor crack(s) front or back, under 1"

Label #3861900009

Direct Edition. "Teammates!" Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Al Milgrom and Joe Sinnott. The Avengers West Coast team explodes on the scene with their own monthly series. This new team, with leader Hawkeye, consists of Mockingbird, former S.H.I.E.L.D. agent and Hawkeye's wife, Iron Man, founding member of the original team and now in his new red and silver Centurion Armor, Wonder Man, super humanly strong and renown actor, and Tigra, a cat-woman whose appetite for men is rivaled only by her speed and agility. When Hank Pym (former Giant-Man) comes to visit his ex-teammates, the Man-Ape attacks freeing the ionically powered Goliath (he was captured in Iron Man Annual #7). Things get worse when one of the Avenger's oldest foes leads the attack. Ultron, the nigh-unstoppable killing machine has come for his father. 48 pages. Cover price $1.25.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 42 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #3926516002

Vision Quest Part 1 of 4. "One of Our Androids is Missing!" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. The saga that will change the lives of the Vision and the Scarlet Witch forever begins on a quiet morning at the Avengers' west coast compound. Wanda wakes up in her bed, and her husband is missing! The west coast team conducts a frantic search of the property that yields no clues...until Mockingbird arrives on the scene! Where is the synthezoid avenger? Flashback cameos by the original Human Torch, Mad Thinker, Fantastic Four, Professor Phineas Horton, and Ultron. Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Mockingbird, Dr. Pym, Scarlet Witch, Tigra, Vision, Wonder Man, and the Wasp. (Notes: This issue begins John Byrne's 1-year run as the writer and penciler of the West Coast Avengers series. This four-part story was reprinted in 2005 in the trade paperback: Avengers West Coast Vision Quest. The TPB collects issues #42 thru #50.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 43 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #3926516003

Vision Quest Part 2 of 4. "Vision Quest" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. In a stunning revelation, Mockingbird admits that she was duped into helping a shadowy government organization kidnap the Vision! And feeling guilty about her role in the scheme, Bobbi quickly leads the Avengers to the secret facility where the Vision is being held! But are Earth's Mightiest Heroes too late to save their friend and fellow avenger? The situation does not look good. Flashback cameos by Immortus, Mantis, and Quicksilver. Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Mockingbird, Dr. Pym, Scarlet Witch, Tigra, Vision, Wonder Man, and the Wasp. (Note: This four-part story was reprinted in 2015 in the trade paperback: Avengers West Coast Vision Quest.) 32 pages.v Cover price $0.75.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 44N CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #3926516004

Newsstand Edition. Vision Quest Part 3 of 4. "Better a Widow..." Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. The Scarlet Witch is in a state of shock upon seeing the Vision's body lying ona laboratory table completely disassembled! A cabal of worldwide governments decided that the Vision had to be "erased" after the events of Avengers 253 & 254; and tragically, they have been successful in their endeavor. Earth's Mightiest Heroes are outraged, but can do little besides collect the Vision's body and (its assorted components) and return to their west coast compound. Thankfully, Dr. Henry Pym is the world's leading expert on biology and robotics. And he can reassemble the synthezoid avenger. But what about restoring the Vision's emotions and memories? In the meantime, the government assigns a new member to the West Coast Avengers: the U.S. Agent. Cameo appearances by Professor Phineas Horton and Raymond Sikorski. (Notes: Avengers Forever #8 reveals that one of the characters in the Vision Quest saga was not the person he appeared to be. This four-part story was reprinted in 2020 in the trade paperback: Avengers West Coast Vision Quest Epic Collection.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 45 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #3926516006

Vision Quest Part 4 of 4. "New Faces" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. The Vision has been reassembled thanks to the brilliance and hard work of Hank Pym. But complications remain. First, the Vision's appearance has changed due to the trauma his bio-synthetic skin suffered during his disassembly. And second, while Hank has restored the Vision's memories, he can't recreate the emotional attachment to them. For that the brain patterns of Simon Williams are needed. But when Wanda finds Simon and asks him to cooperate, he refuses. Then Wonder Man faces the wrath of the Scarlet Witch! Wow, the West Coast Avengers are approaching rock bottom. And the recent addition of the U.S. Agent is not helping. (Notes: The cover to this issue is an homage to John Buscema and George Klein's classic cover to Avengers (1st series) #57 -- the first appearance of the silver age Vision. The white Vision debuted in the MCU in the final episode of the WandaVision Disney+ series. The Vision Quest storyline was a distressing read for long-time fans of the Avengers. Several years later during the Gatherers saga, the Vision regains his red-hued body. [See Avengers 360.] The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 306,775; average paid circulation 178,125.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 46 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3926516007

First appearance of the Great Lakes Avengers in "Franchise" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. After the traumatic events of the Vision Quest storyline, the West Coast Avengers need some time off and some time away. So to that end, Hawkeye and Mockingbird travel to Milwaukee to check out a group of light-hearted, super-powered individuals calling themselves the Great Lakes Avengers! Are Earth's Mightiest Heroes going to open a Midwest branch? Cameo appearances by the Scarlet Witch, Tigra, and the U.S. Agent. GLA Lineup: Big Bertha, Dinah Soar, Doorman, Flatman, and Mr. Immortal. (Notes: The GLA appear next in Avengers 309. This issue was reprinted in 2016 in the Avengers Omnibus by John Byrne. The hardcover collects issues #42 thru #62.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 47 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #3926516009

"With Friends Like These!" Part 1 of 3. Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. With the Avengers unable to further help the Vision recover his personality and emotions, the Scarlet Witch accepts an offer of assistance from a shadowy organization in Texas. At first Jeremiah Random and his associates are helpful to Wanda and the Vision; however, it's all a trap! But not for the Vision -- for the Scarlet Witch! Cameo appearances by the Black Panther, Captain America, She-Hulk, Hank Pym, Tigra, U.S. Agent, Wonder Man, and the Wasp. Last 75¢ issue. (Note: The title of the series changes from the West Coast Avengers to Avengers West Coast with this issue.) 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 48 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #3926516010

"This Ancient Evil" Part 2 of 3. Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. In the Lone Star State, the Scarlet Witch is being "assimilated" by Jeremiah Random's mysterious organization. The secrets from the dawning of the universe have been implanted into Wanda's mind against her will. However Random's group made a big mistake when they destroyed Wanda and the Vision's quinjet last issue! Its destruction set off an emergency signal at Avengers Mansion! And now Captain America and She-Hulk are flying to Texas to investigate! The duo is looking for the Scarlet Witch! But when they find her...they may regret it! Cameo appearances by Nebula, Gunthar, Starfox, Immortus, Ann Raymond, Hank Pym, Wasp, Wonder Man, Hawkeye, Mockingbird, and the Great Lakes Avengers. First $1.00 issue. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 49 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #3926516011

"Baptism of Fire!" Part 3 of 3. Guest-starring the Great Lakes Avengers. Script by John Byrne. Art by John Byrne. Cover by John Byrne. The ancient force "That Which Endures" has taken control of Wanda Maximoff! The Sentinel of Liberty and She-Hulk tried to help her, but their valiant effort failed. Fortunately, more avengers are on the way to Texas! However, they are not from the east coast or west coast! It's the Great Lakes Avengers to the rescue with Hawkeye, Mockingbird, and the Vision by their side! Can they break the strange, supernatural hold on the Scarlet Witch? Cameo appearances by Hank Pym, Tigra, Wonder Man, and the Wasp. GLA Lineup: Big Bertha, Dinah Soar, Doorman, Flatman, and Mr. Immortal. (Note: Also this month the Vision reintroduces himself to the American public in Avengers Spotlight #23.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 50 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #3926516012

"Return of the Hero" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. A distraught Ann Raymond travels to California seeking assistance from the Avengers. She thinks that her husband, the former superhero known as Toro, might still be alive! Toro was the WWII-era partner of the original Human Torch; and the revelations during the Vision Quest saga have raised doubts about Toro's and the original torch's fate. Intrigued by the mystery, the west coast team travels to an old cemetery! And when Wanda casts a hex over the torch's possible grave...the original Human Torch is reborn! Wow! And for the second time, the silver age Vision meets the golden age Human Torch! [See Giant-Size Avengers #3 for their first meeting.] Cameo appearances by Agatha Harkness, Tigra, Iron Man, Master Pandemonium, Immortus, and the Sub-Mariner. Flashback cameos by the Mad Thinker and Toro (aka Tom Raymond) to recap the events of Sub-Mariner (1st series) #14. Avengers Lineup: Hank Pym, Scarlet Witch, Vision, Wasp, Wonder Man, and the U.S. Agent. (Notes: The original Human Torch previously appeared in Fantastic Four (1st series) Annual #4. Avengers Forever (1998) #8 provides the definitive history behind the torch's reawakening. The Avengers West Coast title is published bi-monthly for the next four issues.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 51 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #3926516013

"I Sing of Arms and Heroes..." Part 1 of 2. Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by John Byrne. The ranks of the West Coast Avengers are growing as Iron Man and the original Human Torch join the team! The golden age torch receives a warm reception, but Shell-Head gets a cold one. Meanwhile across the compound, Agatha Harkness pays a visit to the Vision and the Scarlet Witch to talk to them about their children. The aging witch from Whisper Hill says that Tommy and Billy disappear when Wanda stops thinking about them. Whoa, is this true? However before Wanda can respond, Master Pandemonium suddenly attacks! The Avengers swiftly leap into action against his demon horde! But during the mêlée, Master Pandemonium kidnaps the twins! Where on Earth or elsewhere has he taken them? Cameo appearances by Ann Raymond and Immortus. (Note: Agatha Harkness previously appeared in issue #5 of the second Vision and the Scarlet Witch (1985) limited series.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 55 CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #3926516017

Acts of Vengeance conclusion - "The Breaking Strain" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Paul Ryan. Cover by John Byrne. Story continues from Avengers 313. Marvel's Acts of Vengeance crossover event reaches its apex as the true mastermind is revealed: Loki, the god of evil! Loki was the first villain the Avengers ever fought! And he might be their last if the east coast and west coast teams cannot halt his sinister scheme! Nine avengers led by the Mighty Thor charge into battle vs. the lord of lies! Can Earth's Mightiest Heroes deny Loki his ultimate act of vengeance? Meanwhile in California, the Scarlet Witch undergoes a dark and dramatic transformation courtesy of her father -- the Master of Magnetism! Appearances by the Kingpin, Mandarin, Magneto, Red Skull, Wizard, Agatha Harkness, Wonder Man, U.S. Agent, and Immortus. Avengers Lineup vs. Loki: Captain America, Dr. Pym, Falcon, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Mockingbird, Thor, Vision, and the Wasp. (Note: Avengers Spotlight #29 serves as the epilogue for the Acts of Vengeance storyline.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 56D CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #3926516019

Direct Edition. "Darker Than Scarlet" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Paul Ryan. Cover by John Byrne. One of the key issues of the Avengers West Coast title! As the Scarlet Witch unlocks the full potential of her reality altering powers! But unfortunately for Earth's Mightiest Heroes, Wanda's awakening has come under the supervision of her father Magneto! Years ago John Byrne co-wrote the classic Dark Phoenix saga! Is the Scarlet Witch following the same tragic path? Cameo appearances by Agatha Harkness, Quicksilver, Lockjaw, Ann Raymond, Immortus, Iron Man, and the original Human Torch. Avengers Lineup: Dr. Pym, Wasp, Wonder Man, and the U.S. Agent. Second story: "Reunion" Script and pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Paul Ryan. At Avengers Mansion in New York, Captain America and the golden age Human Torch meet for the first time since the end of World War II (as part of the Atlantis Attacks storyline). Cameo appearances by Sersi and Iron Man. (Notes: Wanda's turn to the dark side will haunt Earth's Mightiest Heroes years later in the Avengers Disassembled storyline in Avengers (3rd series) 500-503 and during the House of M (2005) limited series. This issue was reprinted in 2008 in the trade paperback: Avengers West Coast Darker Than Scarlet.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 57 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #3926516021

"Family Reunion" Script by John Byrne. Pencils by John Byrne. Inks by Paul Ryan. Cover by John Byrne. Wow! Magneto, Quicksilver, and the Scarlet Witch are together again! And this time they have the power to conquer the world! However the Avengers are clinging to the hope that somehow someone can reach Wanda and make her remember that she is a hero -- an avenger. So to that end, the west coast team blasts off toward Magneto's rebuilt Asteroid M to confront their wayward teammate! But how can just five avengers defeat Magneto, much less the dark Scarlet Witch? Cameo appearance by Iron Man. Avengers Lineup: Dr. Pym, Wasp, Wonder Man, U.S. Agent, and the original Human Torch. (Notes: This issue completes John Byrne's 1-year run as the writer and penciler of the Avengers West Coast series. This story was reprinted in 2022 in the trade paperback: Avengers West Coast Darker Than Scarlet Epic Collection. The TPB collects AWC issues #53 thru #64.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 60 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #3926516023

"Personal Magnetism" Script by Roy Thomas and Dann Thomas. Pencils by Paul Ryan. Inks by Danny Bulandi. Cover by Paul Ryan. High above the Earth on Asteroid M, Quicksilver pleads with his father and twin sister to halt their plans of world conquest for mutantkind! However no one tells the Master of Magnetism or the dark Scarlet Witch what to do! So Pietro reverts to sleight of hand instead of his usual sleight of foot! In dramatic fashion Lockjaw appears inside Asteroid M and teleports Wanda, Pietro, and Magneto down to Earth and into a trap laid by the Avengers! Thus the stage is set for a battle for the ages: the Mighty Avengers vs. Magneto and the Scarlet Witch! But when the two sides first met, Iron Man was not present with the west coast team. Will the golden avenger tip the second encounter in favor of Earth's Mightiest Heroes? Meanwhile, Immortus is once again lurking in the shadows watching and waiting. Avengers Lineup: Dr. Pym, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Wonder Man, Wasp, and the U.S. Agent. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers West Coast (1985) 66 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4660747010

"Tunnel Vision" Part 2 of 4. Story by Roy and Dann Thomas. Art by Paul Ryan and Danny Bulanadi. While Wonder Man searches Los Angeles for his brother (aka the Grim Reaper); Hawkeye, Quicksilver, and Tigra hunt for a mysterious villain that is turning normal people into humanoid robots. The trio successfully find Ultron-13...and they will wish that they had not! Avengers Lineup: Hawkeye, Dr. Pym, Iron Man, Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch, Tigra, U.S. Agent, Wasp, and Wonder Man. Back up story: "That Shall He Also Reap!" Story by Roy Thomas. Art by Rick Levins and Keith Williams. The Grim Reaper fights the Mandrill. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers X-Men (2022 Marvel) FCBD 1A CGC 9.8 Schiti

Paper: White

Label #4148594012

Written by Kieron Gillen, Danny Lore and Gerry Duggan. Art by Dustin Weaver, Karen S. Darboe and Matteo Lolli. Cover by Valerio Schiti. Featuring stories by an all-star lineup of creators, FREE COMIC BOOK DAY: AVENGERS/X-MEN #1 will lay the groundwork for an event that will erupt across the Marvel Universe in 2022 and drastically alter the relationship between Earth's Mightiest Heroes and mutantkind. 28 pages, full color. Rated T

Avenging Spider-Man (2011) 9A CGC 9.8 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #3844135003

(W) Kelly Sue DeConnick. (A/CA) Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson Spider-Man plummets into action with the star of this month's hottest new comic: the all new CAPTAIN MARVEL! 50,000 feet up and only on one of them can fly ... Is the World's Greatest Super Hero Ready for a ride with Earth's Mightiest Hero? Cover price $3.99.

Avenging Spider-Man (2011) 9A CGC 9.6 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #2021957002

(W) Kelly Sue DeConnick. (A/CA) Terry Dodson, Rachel Dodson Spider-Man plummets into action with the star of this month's hottest new comic: the all new CAPTAIN MARVEL! 50,000 feet up and only on one of them can fly ... Is the World's Greatest Super Hero Ready for a ride with Earth's Mightiest Hero? Cover price $3.99.

Batgirl (2011 4th Series) 1A.D CGC 9.6 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #4630917015

First Printing. Direct Edition. "Shattered" Written by Gail Simone. Pencils by Ardian Syaf. Inks by Vicente Cifuentes. Cover by Adam Hughes. Barbara Gordon is back as Batgirl, and she's going to have to face the city's most horrifying new villains as well as the dark secrets from her past. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.99.

Batman (1940) 54 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4652009016

Cover pencils by Win Mortimer, inks by Charles Paris. The Treasure Hunter!, art by Jim Mooney; A bad guy begins stealing valuable collectors items from rich people in Gotham City; Batman and Robin intervene. The Door Without a Key!, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson get lost in Florida and discover an ancient castle; As Batman and Robin, they find a long lost fugitive; When they return in the Batplane, they can't find castle. Wonder Drug article, art by Raymond Perry. Untitled two-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. The Amazing Masquerade!, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Batman and Robin battle John Foster and the Human Spider Mob. Safety First public service announcement starring Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Wayne Boring. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 71 FR 1.0 (R)

Trimmed

TRIMMED. Near full length spine split. Tape along entire spine. Heavy water damage.

Cover by Win Mortimer. Hop On the Welfare Wagon! public service announcement with Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. "The Jail For Heroes!", script by David Vern, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Stan Kaye; Gang lord Scar Brink has built a huge prison where he places every law enforcer that he captures; Keeping them locked in the prison is hard, but the inmates behave after Brink captures Batman and Robin and threatens to unmask the heroes if there are any more escape attempts. Half-page Shorty story by Henry Boltinoff. "Commissioner Gordon's Greatest Case!", script by David Vern, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Commissioner Gordon starts an investigation campaign to discover Batman's real identity; Batman and Robin investigate the recent crimes of The Masked Mystic. -page Private Pete story by Henry Boltinoff. 2-page Jerry the Jitterbug story by Henry Boltinoff. The Fantastic Story of the Paris Gun article, art by Raymond Perry. Half-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Mask of Mister Cipher!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; The Gotham City Police Department and Batman learn that an underground criminal operation allows criminals to change their facial structure; The criminal behind it all is Mister Cipher, a masked man who runs a large criminal operation in Gotham. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 72 FR/GD 1.5 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Tear seals, TRIMMED. Pieces of tape on interior cover spine. 6" Cumulative spine split (taped).

Cover by Win Mortimer. It's Smart to Check -- And Double Check! public service announcement starring Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Winslow Mortimer. "The Jungle Batman!", script by David Vern, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; After capturing the feared Sinister Eight, Commissioner Gordon asks the Dynamic Duo to deliver the crooks by radio-controlled ship to their prison at Satan's Island; The ship is torpedoed and sunk during a storm at sea. Two-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Legion of Faceless Men!", pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Batman and Robin get invited to a party at The Maskers Club, which is formed by people who wear masks at their jobs; After the party, crime ensues. Half-page Private Pete story by Henry Boltinoff. One-page Peg story by Henry Boltinoff. Changing Styles In Magic article by David Kahn (as Donald King), art by Raymond Perry. Half-page Shorty story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Death-Cheaters of Gotham City!", script by David Vern, art by Jim Mooney (as Bob Kane); Batman becomes a member of the strange "Death Cheaters Club," but a wanted criminal, who fits the qualifications for membership, is denied the same--and vows vengeance against all the members! Casey the Cop one-page story by Henry Boltinoff. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 75 GD/VG 3.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Tear seal. Water damage.

Gorilla story issue! Cover by Win Mortimer (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz. The Holiday Spirit! public service announcement with Superboy, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. "Outlaw Town, U.S.A.!", script by David Vern, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; The town of Silver Vein is run by criminals and is a hideout for bad guys;. When some criminals from Gotham City go to Silver Vein, Batman and Robin follow them. Half-page Little Pete story by Henry Boltinoff. "Mr. Roulette's Greatest Gamble," script by David Vern, pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris; Mr. Roulette has been gambling with his life but Batman and Robin try to stop him. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "Stone Walls and Iron Bars" article by Jack Miller, art by Raymond Perry. Half-page Jerry the Jitterbug story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Gorilla Boss of Gotham City!", script by David Vern, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz (as Bob Kane), inks by Charles Paris; Boss Dyke is executed in the gas chambers for his crimes, and his body is taken to a doctor who transplants the criminal's brain into that of a large gorilla; The gorilla communicates to the doctor that after he and his gang have secured needed funds, he wants his brain then transplanted into that of the Batman, and Batman's brain put into the gorilla. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 76 GD- 1.8 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

TRIMMED. 3" Cumulative spine split. Tape along interior cover spine and edges. Water damage.

Cover pencils by Dick Sprang, inks by Charles Paris. "The Danger Club," script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Bob Kane, inks by Charles Paris; When members of the Danger Club are threatened, then violently are elminated one by one, Batman decides to join the club himself to try to track down the killer. Half-page Shorty story by Henry Boltinoff. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Half-page Peg story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Penguin's Fabulous Fowls!", script by Edmond Hamilton, pencils by Bob Kane (Batman and Robin figures only) and Lew Sayre Schwartz, inks by Charles Paris; Penguin is released from prison claims hes "going straight"; Batman and Robin go down to Gotham Harbor to confront the Penguin. One-page Varsity Vic story by Henry Boltinoff. 160,000,000 Policemen article by Jack Miller, art by Raymond Perry. People Are People! public service announcement with Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. "The Man of 100 Murders," art by Jim Mooney (as Bob Kane); The Caped Crusaders go up against a ruthless, cold-blooded killer who shows no mercy to anyone. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 100 CGC 3.0 Restored

Restored: C1

Paper: Off white

Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover.

Label #4652009002

This is the hard-to-find and much sought after 100th issue. The three Batman and Robin stories in this issue are all new and not reprints. Cover pencils by Bob Kane, Dick Sprang, and Win Mortimer, inks by Bob Kane, Dick Sprang, Win Mortimer, Jerry Robinson, and Charles Paris. "Batmantown, U.S.A.", pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; When the city of Plainville decides to change its name to Batmantown in order to attract residents, Batman figures that it will draw the criminal element instead. Pioneers of 1976! public service announcement with Binky. "The Hunters of Gotham City," pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; An accident at the docks in Gotham City allows several animals to escape into the city, but Batman discovers that they were released on purpose: for jewel smuggling! 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Detectives with Electric Eyes article by Jack Miller. "The Great Batman Contest," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Batman initiates a contest wherein boys submit their inventons in order to win a scholarship, while Batman hopes to find an invention that will serve him well in his crime fighting. 2/3-page O'Malley of the 4th Precinct story. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 126 GD 2.0

Cover pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Stan Kaye. "The Mystery of the 49th Star," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Batman is called to Alaska to recover 49 diamonds stolen from a rich tycoon. 2/3-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. Water: A Good Friend or Deadly Enemy -- Depending on You! public service announcement, art by Bernard Baily. "The Batman Lighthouse," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; While on patrol, the Caped Crusaders spot a signal given them by the lighthouse keeper, and the duo swing in to stop some foreign agents and a gang boss. "The Menace of the Firefly," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; While Bruce, Dick and Kathy attend a party, a mysterious criminal appears and robs everyone. When the Caped Crusader appears on the scene, Kathy suspects the host, Ted Carson, of being Batman...but she is due for a surprise! Letters column begins. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 132 GD 2.0

1/2" Spine split from top. Centerfold detached. Water damage.

Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "The Martian from Gotham City," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; An actor suffering amnesia believes that he is a Martian and at war with the world; When three criminals discover this, they trick the actor into helping them. One-page Warden Willis story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Three Faces of Batman," script by Bill Finger, art by Sheldon Moldoff; While trying to capture Big Jim Masters, Batman is subjected to an scientific experimental device that makes him unable to fight crime when he hears a siren or bell. One-page Casey the Cop story by Henry Boltinoff. "The Lair of the Sea-Fox," script by Bill Finger, art by Sheldon Moldoff; The Sea-Fox cleverly uses underwater waterways beneath Gotham to commit his crimes and the Caped Crusaders must find a way to stop him. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 137 CGC 8.0

Paper: Off white

Label #4652009015

Cover by Sheldon Moldoff. "Robin's New Boss," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Robin informs Batman that he is quitting the team to join up with a new crime fighter on the scene, Mr. Marvel, although Batman doesn't suspect the real reason why. Our American Heritage public service announcement, art by Bernard Baily. "The Bandit with 1,000 Brands," script by Bill Finger, art by Sheldon Moldoff; Batman faces a clever new foe that leaves cattle brands behind as clues. One-page Jail Jests story by Henry Boltinoff. "Teacher from the Stars," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; Batman agrees to give an alien teacher and his students a tour of Gotham City, but when they begin to misbehave, it causes more than just a headache for the Caped Crusader. Statement of ownership; average sales 502,000. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Batman (1940) 154 GD/VG 3.0

Centerfold detached at one staple.

Cover pencils by Bob Kane, inks by Charles Paris. "Danger Strikes Four," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; As Dick begins reading Alfred's latest imaginary tale of Batman II and Robin II, he is called upon by the Caped Crusader to battle Big Al and his men, with all involved in circumstances strangely resembling Alfred's story. "The Amazing Odyssey of Batman and Robin," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; When the remains of the Bat-Boat are found, its log is sent to Commissioner Gordon, who announces that Batman is dead, leaving a stage magician free to commit his crimes! Safety First -- All Year! public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff; Johnny discovers the hazards of leaving things lying around the home. "The Strange Experiment of Doctor Dorn," script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Charles Paris; A large green creature is menacing Gotham City, so the Dynamic Duo are called in to assist, and they discover a way to get the creature to pass away, leaving Dr. Dorn free without any effect. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 164 CGC 6.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4641328012

Cover pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Joe Giella. "Two-Way Gem Caper!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; Batman discovers a plot to waylay a group of folk singers in order to perpetrate the theft of a pearl from a museum, and eventually nabs the villain after foiling a trap set for the criminal. "Batman's Great Face-Saving Feat!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; A private investigator seeks to join the Mystery Analysts, but is blackballed by Batman for a very specific reason. Ancient Crime-Detection Methods! fact page. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 164 GD+ 2.5

Centerfold detached.

Cover pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Joe Giella. "Two-Way Gem Caper!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; Batman discovers a plot to waylay a group of folk singers in order to perpetrate the theft of a pearl from a museum, and eventually nabs the villain after foiling a trap set for the criminal. "Batman's Great Face-Saving Feat!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; A private investigator seeks to join the Mystery Analysts, but is blackballed by Batman for a very specific reason. Ancient Crime-Detection Methods! fact page. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 168 VG 4.0

Staple rust.

Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Joe Giella. "The Fight that Jolted Gotham City!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Joe Giella; Batman helps cure a circus strong man of his wild mood swings by deducing that radio music tends to cause aggressive behavior in him. Cap's Hobby Center activity half-page by Henry Boltinoff. Crime-Writing Clues! non-fiction page. "How to Solve a Perfect Crime--In Reverse!", script by France Herron, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff, inks by Joe Giella; The Mystery Analysts split up to search for the thief who purloined a valuable diamond, and it's Batman who discovers that one member of the Analysts is the guilty party! Letter to the editor from comic writer Bob Rozakis. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 174 VG- 3.5

Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Joe Giella. "The Human Punching Bag!", script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; Hunter breaks the Getaway Genius out of jail in order to provide a getaway gimmick, all the while planning a trap for the Batman. The Time of Death article. "Nature's Bill of Rights," script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff; Two boys who are polluting a stream are given an anti-pollution lesson by a fisherman. "The Off-Again On-Again Lightbulbs!", script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Sid Greene; When Batman arrives at the Wednesday meeting of the Mystery Analysts, a cleaning man enters and announces that it is actually Friday, and he can prove it with a copy of that day's paper; Before anyone can question why, the cleaning man hypnotizes the group, not realizing the Batman is unaffected. Half-page Little Pete story by Henry Boltinoff. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 175 GD+ 2.5 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Trimming. Cover detached. Centerfold detached at one staple. Water spotting.

Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Joe Giella. "The Decline and Fall of Batman," script by Gardner Fox, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; Swearing revenge on the Caped Crusaders, Eddie Repp invents a ghost imaging device and creates such images of the Dynamic Duo, who begin to fight crime in Gotham more effectively than the real heroes they resemble. The Hip Way to Learn! public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff. Wet Chemistry fact page, script by Julius Schwartz, pencils by Morris Waldinger, inks by Tom Nicolosi. Letter to the editor from comics writer Mike Friedrich. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Batman (1940) 177 VG/FN 5.0

Cover pencils by Carmine Infantino, inks by Murphy Anderson. Builders of the Future! public service announcement about the importance of UNESCO funding in building schools in Africa, art by Sheldon Moldoff. "Two Batmen Too Many!", script by Bill Finger, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Joe Giella; Batman concocts a scheme against numbers racketeer Ed Garvey to prove conclusively that the crook planned and carried out the Kimber Gem job. One-page Cap's Hobby Center activity page by Henry Boltinoff. "The Art Gallery of Rogues!", script by John Broome, pencils by Sheldon Moldoff (as Bob Kane), inks by Sid Greene; Batman deduces that a man named Lathrop has stolen some artwork from a gallery and passed it off to one of his henchmen in order to get a grant from the Alfred Foundation. Rocky and Bullwinkle star in a one-page Cheerios ad. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.