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Mazing Man (1986) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4509960018

Cover pencils by Stephen DeStefano, inks by Karl Kesel. 'Mazing Man, script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Stephen DeStefano, inks by Karl Kesel; Denton introduces Maze, and Maze becomes a hero. Untitled 'Mazing Man story, script by Bob Rozakis, pencils by Stephen DeStefano, inks b Karl Kesel; Maze and Denton go to dinner at Eddie and Brenda's. 36 pgs. $0.75. Cover price $0.75.

Melonbooks Girls Collection + Beautiful (Japanese 2023 Melon Books) SUMMER 2023 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan.

Label #4665133008

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Japanese Doujinshi Art Book. Cover by Tam-U. 2023 Summer. Japanese Language.

Melvin Monster (1965-1969 Dell) 1 FN- 5.5

Cover by John Stanley. Stories and art by John Stanley. The celebrated cartoonist behind Dell's Little Lulu and Nancy comics, John Stanley presents his own creation, a misunderstood young monster named Melvin. Melvin tries being a bad monster for his Mummy and Baddy, but there's just something different about Melvin. He tries to listen to his guardian demon, and avoid being eaten by the family's pet alligator. But when he ventures into Human Being Land, he sees that life isn't always monstrous. Like a Little Monster Shouldnt; Teachers Patsy; Human Being Land; A Home Away from Home; The Collector; Substitute Sled. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Men in Action (1952 1st Series Atlas) 5 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white

Label #4597191003

Men in Black Special Edition (1997 Marvel) 1A VF+ 8.5

American Entertainment/Marvel Exclusive reprint of the first Men in Black comic (Men in Black (1990 1st Series Aircel) #1) published around the time of the Men in Black film release. "Initiation" written by Lowell Cunningham with art by Sandy Carruthers. B&W, 24 pages, standard paper stock.

Men in Black Special Edition (1997 Marvel) 1WIZ.SIGNED FN+ 6.5

Signed by Lowell Cunningham (Creator & Writer). Includes Wizard Entertainment Certificate of Authenticity. American Entertainment/Marvel Exclusive reprint of the first Men in Black comic (Men in Black (1990 1st Series Aircel) #1) published around the time of the Men in Black film release. "Initiation" written by Lowell Cunningham with art by Sandy Carruthers. B&W, 24 pages, standard paper stock.

Meon Color (Japanese 2024 Wantan-Meo) 1HOTPINK CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Japan/Hot Pink Edition. Label Error: Publishers name is misspelled.

Label #4665133005

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Hot Pink Edition Cover by Miaku Chiru. Japanese Illustration Book. Kairakuten Heroines Tropical Resort Illustration & Rough Sketch. Japanese Language.

Mercy Sparx Sweet 16 (2025 Devil's Due) 1GTFO.B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

GTFO Edition B.

Label #4640414012

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Topless "GTFO" Edition Variant Cover by Tim Seeley. Story by Josh Blaylock. Art by Matt Merhoff. A Kickstarter Exclusive Reprint of Mercy Sparx (2008) #0 and #1.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4646437023

3rd appearance of Metamorpho. Cover pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris. Attack of the Atomic Avenger, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris; Metamorpho stops a bizarre bank robbery and saves a busload of kids. Kurt Vornak breaks into Simon Stagg's mansion. Binky Shows "How to Make New Friends! public service announcement, art by Bob Oksner. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 1 GD+ 2.5

Centerfold detached.

3rd appearance of Metamorpho. Cover pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris. Attack of the Atomic Avenger, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris; Metamorpho stops a bizarre bank robbery and saves a busload of kids. Kurt Vornak breaks into Simon Stagg's mansion. Binky Shows "How to Make New Friends! public service announcement, art by Bob Oksner. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 1 GD 2.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Color touch. Cover detached. Water damage.

3rd appearance of Metamorpho. Cover pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris. Attack of the Atomic Avenger, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris; Metamorpho stops a bizarre bank robbery and saves a busload of kids. Kurt Vornak breaks into Simon Stagg's mansion. Binky Shows "How to Make New Friends! public service announcement, art by Bob Oksner. 32 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 2 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #0776116020

Cover pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris. Terror from the Telstar, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Ramona Fradon, inks by Charles Paris; Stagg rescues Metamorpho from the fate of the previous issue; Criminals start a crime wave after taking over the Telstar satellite. Nature's Bill of Rights public service announcement on pollution, script by Jack Schiff, art by Sheldon Moldoff. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Metamorpho (1965 1st Series) 5 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #0992268014

Cover pencils by Joe Orlando, inks by Charles Paris. Will the Real Metamorpho Please Stand Up?, script by Bob Haney, pencils by Joe Orlando, inks by Charles Paris; Metamorpho and Simon Stagg argue and Metamorpho and Sapphire leave to have Christmas in the tropics; Simon Stagg turns Edifice K. Bulwark into another Metamorpho. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Michaelangelo (1985 Mirage Studios) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4542573002

Michaelangelo of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has a solo Christmas adventure, as he battles hoodlums who have hijacked a truck full of toys intended for an orphanage. Part of a series of one-shots featuring the Turtles in solo stories. Story and art by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Backup story featuring Gizmo; story and art by Michael Dooley. Black and white; 44 pages. Wraparound cover by Eastman. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Michaelangelo (1985 Mirage Studios) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4660165023

Michaelangelo of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has a solo Christmas adventure, as he battles hoodlums who have hijacked a truck full of toys intended for an orphanage. Part of a series of one-shots featuring the Turtles in solo stories. Story and art by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Backup story featuring Gizmo; story and art by Michael Dooley. Black and white; 44 pages. Wraparound cover by Eastman. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 3 #7 VG 4.0

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 3 #10 VG+ 4.5

1" Spine split from bottom (chew).

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 3 #11 VG+ 4.5

Pen markings inside front cover. Water spotting with rust migration.

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 4 #11 VG- 3.5

1.5" Cumulative spine split. Pencil on activity page.

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 4 #11 GD/VG 3.0

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 5 #2 GD- 1.8

Writing on activity page.

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 5 #4 GD/VG 3.0

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 5 #5 VG 4.0

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 5 #6 GD/VG 3.0

1" Spine split from bottom (chew). Water spotting.

Mickey Mouse Magazine (1935-1940 Western) Vol. 5 #8 VG- 3.5

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4632122019

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.

Micronauts (1979 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4632155001

In "Homeworld!", Commander Rann returns from his 1000 year space voyage to find that the Warp Drive has been invented, which has allowed Baron Karza to take over the Microverse while he slept in suspended animation. Rann is captured and sent to the Pleasure Pits where his escape is orchestrated by the others, including those who would become members of the Micronauts. Characters: Micronauts (intro) [Commander Arcturus Rann [Space Glider]; Marionette [Princess Mari]; Biotron; Microtron; Acroyear; Bug]; Baron Karza (Villain); Prince Argon; Acroyear Warriors; Dog Soldiers; Oberon (Prince Argon's Horse); Time Traveler; Prince Shaitan (Acroyear Warrior); Shadow Priest; Endeavor (Rann's spaceship). Written by Bill Mantlo, with art by Michael Golden and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Al Milgrom. Cover price $0.35.

Midori Foo's Book of Pictures SC (2013) 1-1ST NM 9.4

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1st printing. One of the rising stars of the Japanese art community, Midori Foo is renowned for her elegant characters, lush settings, and intricate costume designs. She has provided stunning artwork for some of the biggest studios in Japan, including Square Enix, Bandai Namco, Konami, SEGA, and many more. Midori Foo's Book of Pictures collects over 300 pages of beautiful full-page artwork, showcasing some of the best pieces from the artist's ever-growing portfolio! Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 320 pages, full color. Cover price $44.99.

Mighty Moe Szyslak (2018 Bongo) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4659540012

Story by Ian Boothby and Terry Delegeane. Art by Phil Ortiz and Mike Kazaleh. Cover by Jason Ho. Springfield's belligerent bartender takes his best shot at a one-shot! First, Moe and Barney go on an excellent time-traveling adventure in search of love... and beer! Then, Moe goes in search of his long-lost, evil twin brother. And Moe waxes nostalgic over his lucky bar rag. All this and more Mighty Moe tales await you! Cover price $3.99.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (1994 Hamilton) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3701755013

1st printing. "The Menace of Dracula!" Written by Donald D. Markstein. Art by Gray Morrow. When the kids pay a visit to the annual science fair, Lord Zedd thinks he may discovered the means to finally defeat his hated enemies – the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.95.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II (2022 Boom) 4K NM 9.4 Mercado Virgin 1:150 Variant

Limited 1 for 150 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Ryan Parrott. Art by Dan Mora. Cover by Miguel Mercado. The penultimate issue heats up as the Mutant Rangers are in dire straits, but a familiar mentor brings new allies to turn the tide! But the battle also rages in Dimension X, where the hero and villain roles continue to blur as they fight old foes and unfamiliar monsters. The Mutant Rangers shouldn't celebrate too soon though, as their worst enemy arrives in a monstrous new form! 24 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III (2025 Boom) 2E CGC 9.8

Paper: White

"Virgin" Edition.

Label #4667920014

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Ryan Parrott. Art by Vincenzo Federici. Cover by Alessio Zonno. The can't-miss crossover continues! The loss of one of their own shatters the Turtles/Rangers alliance! Can the fractured team stand up to Lord Zedd and Shredder's multi-pronged assault on major cities with their new Evil Mutant Rangers? Veteran Mighty Morphin Power Rangers writer Ryan Parrott and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Nation artist Vincenzo Federicibring bigger and badder action back to the Technodrome! 24 pgs, FC, T. Cover price $4.99.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers The Return (2024 Boom) 1COMICMINT CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Comic Mint Edition.

Label #4640410017

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The Comic Mint Exclusive Virgin Cover by Mel Milton. Written by Amy Jo Johnson, Matt Hotson. Art by Nico Leon. In an alternate universe, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers finally defeated Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd, but at a terrible cost… In the wake of tragedy, the team went their separate ways. 22 years later, the long-disbanded team reunites to mourn the losses of beloved friends, but Zack and Billy have some unexpected information to share-Jason, the Red Ranger, has been operating as a lone vigilante, and has since disappeared. Will the remaining Rangers be able to track him down, especially with a mysterious figure in pursuit? Written by actress, screenwriter, and director Amy Jo Johnson, the original Pink Ranger herself, along with rising star co-writer Matt Hotson (Titans) and renowned artist Nico Leon (Spider-Man, Catwoman), fans can experience something unlike anything they ever have before in the Power Rangers universe, in TV or comics! 24 pages, full color.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers The Return (2024 Boom) 1COMICMINT NM- 9.2

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The Comic Mint Exclusive Virgin Cover by Mel Milton. Written by Amy Jo Johnson, Matt Hotson. Art by Nico Leon. In an alternate universe, the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers finally defeated Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd, but at a terrible cost… In the wake of tragedy, the team went their separate ways. 22 years later, the long-disbanded team reunites to mourn the losses of beloved friends, but Zack and Billy have some unexpected information to share-Jason, the Red Ranger, has been operating as a lone vigilante, and has since disappeared. Will the remaining Rangers be able to track him down, especially with a mysterious figure in pursuit? Written by actress, screenwriter, and director Amy Jo Johnson, the original Pink Ranger herself, along with rising star co-writer Matt Hotson (Titans) and renowned artist Nico Leon (Spider-Man, Catwoman), fans can experience something unlike anything they ever have before in the Power Rangers universe, in TV or comics! 24 pages, full color.

Mighty Thor (2017 3rd Series) 705B CGC 9.8 Hyung 1:50 Variant

Paper: White

Lee Variant Cover.

Label #4593409016

Limited 1 for 50 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Jason Aaron. Art by Russell Dauterman. Cover by Jee Hyung. THE DEATH OF THE MIGHTY THOR Part 6 The epic showdown years in the making finally explodes across the heavens. Thor battles the unstoppable Mangog, with the fate of all Asgardia hanging in the balance. Is Thor willing to pay the ultimate price in order to save the gods? The tragic and heroic story of Jane Foster finally reaches its heart-rending zenith. You knew it was coming. The Death of Thor is here at last. 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Mighty Thor Lot of 6

Issues 1A-6A of Mighty Thor (2011 Marvel). Most will grade in the NM/VF to VF range. All issues has the name Oliver Coipel on cover; no COA included.

Mike Barnett Man Against Crime (1951 Fawcett) 1 CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Label #4167177006

Stories and art by Pete Riss and John Martin. Mike Barnett, who did not carry a gun, was one of the first private-eye heroes on the brand-new medium of television. Baseball fans sometimes yell "kill the umpire," but when someone actually does it, Mike learns the umpire was up to some shady business. A search for counterfeit coins in the slums of Cairo leads Mike to the sinister, fez-wearing crimelord Dr. Dionysos. But the secret lies in finding the gold Dionysos is using to make his copies. Like many great private eyes, Mike narrates his stories in first-person. Kill the Umpire!; Doc Sorebones; Color Blind; The Mint of Dr. Dionysos; Colonel Corn and Korny Kobb: College Cutups; Dizzy Daisy. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Miles Morales Spider-Man (2019 Marvel) 25BIRDCITY.D CGC 9.8 SS Horn Horn Bird City Virgin Variant

Paper: White

Signed & Sketch by Greg Horn on 6/1/23. Horn Variant Cover D.

Label #2612605010

Bird City Comics, 616 Comics, and Greg Horn webstore exclusive Virgin cover by Greg Horn. Written by Saladin Ahmed, Cody Ziglar. Art by Carmen Nunez Carnero and Natacha Bustos. THE CLONE SAGA - MILES MORALES-STYLE! We finally see the full extent of what the Assessor did when he kidnapped Miles back in #7. This oversized anniversary issue lets the clones loose in Brooklyn and messes with Miles life even more than Peter Parker's Clone Saga messed HIS life up. 44 pages, full color. Rated T

Miles Morales Spider-Man (2019 Marvel) 30COMICMINT.A CGC 9.8 Grassetti Comic Mint Variant

Paper: White

Comic Mint Edition.

Label #4637379002

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The Comic Mint exclusive cover by Rafael Grassetti. HAPPY 10th ANNIVERSARY, MILES MORALES! This is it, ten years as Spider-Man and his future has never looked brighter. A who's who of Miles Morales Spider-Creators has been webbed together to make this the best Anniversary Special of all time! MMSM TEAM-SUPREME Saladin Ahmed and Carmen Carnero show off Miles' new suit (designed by Chase Conley) and kick off his eleventh year (AND BIGGEST ONE YET)! And the creative minds behind the Miles movies PHIL LORD, CHRISTOPHER MILLER and two-time Oscar nominee KEMP POWERS celebrate Miles' birthday in style with Miles Co-Creator SARA PICHELLI! And that's not even all the candles we're putting on Miles' cake! Don't miss this Anniversary Special! 36 pages, full color. Rated T

Miles Morales Spider-Man (2019 Marvel) 30COMICMINT.C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Comic Mint Convention Edition.

Label #4637379001

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The Comic Mint New York Comic Con Exclusive Spot Color Virgin Cover by Rafael Grassetti. HAPPY 10th ANNIVERSARY, MILES MORALES! This is it, ten years as Spider-Man and his future has never looked brighter. A who's who of Miles Morales Spider-Creators has been webbed together to make this the best Anniversary Special of all time! MMSM TEAM-SUPREME Saladin Ahmed and Carmen Carnero show off Miles' new suit (designed by Chase Conley) and kick off his eleventh year (AND BIGGEST ONE YET)! And the creative minds behind the Miles movies PHIL LORD, CHRISTOPHER MILLER and two-time Oscar nominee KEMP POWERS celebrate Miles' birthday in style with Miles Co-Creator SARA PICHELLI! And that's not even all the candles we're putting on Miles' cake! Don't miss this Anniversary Special! 36 pages, full color. Rated T

Miles Morales Ultimate Spider-Man (2014) 1A NM- 9.2 Marquez

Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art and Cover by David Marquez. PART ONE OF THE BIGGEST SPIDER-MAN STORY OF THE YEAR 'REVIVAL'! MILES is back in action with a new status quo and a new outlook on life! A BIG BIG BIG villain from PETER PARKER's past is alive and well and about to turn New York upside down! The last page will have ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN fans SCREAMING! This issue can't be missed! 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Miller-Basey Shoe Co. Window Sale Sign (1924)

Miller-Basey Shoe Co. Window Sale Sign (1924). 13" x 18", newsprint. Multiple full length creases.

Millie the Lovable Monster (1962-1973 Dell) 2 CGC 9.4

Paper: Off white to white

Label #2135540003

Cover art by Bill Woggon. "What Millie Wants......Millie Gets," script and art by Bill Woggon; Millie throws a house-warming party and invites her Hollywood monster friends. "Millie Buys a House Pet," script and art by Bill Woggon; Millie gets a pet cat. "The Ghosts Return to Haunt Millie," script and art by Bill Woggon; Mr. Gotrocks is upset at how much money Millie is costing him and now wants her out of town. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $0.12.

Minxx Cyberpunk (2021 Be Amazed Studios) 2KINDRED.B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Kindred "Virgin" Edition.

Label #4640414015

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Wraparound Virgin Cover by Jomaro Kindred. Story by Pat Shand. Art by Romano Molenaar. Minxx is a mercenary for hire. Her attitude is pretty much: do the job no matter how dirty, get the money, and never think about the consequences. However, one thing that Minxx isnt is a psychotic murderer… at least, thats what she says. In the last season, she was arrested for the murder of a law enforcement officer which she denies. Thing is? Its caught on tape. A baffled Minxx manages to escape, and soon discovers the source of her woes when she runs into an exact replica of herself.

Miracleman (1985) 1A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4044453021

Written by Alan Moore, with art by Gary Leach. Mickey Moran was just a regular bloke with a wife and a job, until one day he *remembered*...that he was Miracleman, a glistening new god with powers far beyond those of mortal ken. He also remembered that, years ago, he and his sidekicks -- Young Miracleman and Kid Miracleman -- were in a horrible accident that left Young Miracleman dead. When Moran goes to see Kid Miracleman to help him piece together his past, our hero finds that his youthful protege has changed...for the worse. Much worse. If you've never read this series, be assured it ranks right up there with Alan Moore's other classic, Watchmen. Cover price $0.75.

Miracleman (1985) 1A CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4044453006

Written by Alan Moore, with art by Gary Leach. Mickey Moran was just a regular bloke with a wife and a job, until one day he *remembered*...that he was Miracleman, a glistening new god with powers far beyond those of mortal ken. He also remembered that, years ago, he and his sidekicks -- Young Miracleman and Kid Miracleman -- were in a horrible accident that left Young Miracleman dead. When Moran goes to see Kid Miracleman to help him piece together his past, our hero finds that his youthful protege has changed...for the worse. Much worse. If you've never read this series, be assured it ranks right up there with Alan Moore's other classic, Watchmen. Cover price $0.75.

Miracleman (1985) 16 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4619106001

Olympus - Written by Alan Moore. Art and Cover by John Totleben. Alan Moore bids farewell to the series! Characters in this issue: Miracleman, Warpsmiths (Phon Mooda, Llans Ivo, Uxu Chil, Hrin Lulli, Kana Blur), Miraclewoman, Firedrake, Margaret Thatcher, Cecil Parkinson, Mors (introduction), Big Ben (becomes the British Bulldog), Mike Moran (in underspace), Kid Miracleman (in underspace), Fenris (Miracledog), Winter Moran, Liz Moran, George Bush, Muammar Gaddafi and Jerry Fallwell. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.95.

Miss Fury Comics (1942) 4 CGC 5.5 Qualified

Paper: Off white

Centerfold Missing.

Label #4355722001

52 pages. Book-length untitled story by Tarpe Mills. Cover price $0.10.

Mission Impossible (1996 Marvel One-Shot) 1BN CGC 9.4 Unedited Error Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Error Edition/Newsstand Edition.

Label #4651642013

Newsstand Version. ORIGINAL UNEDITED EDITION: Many copies were destroyed by the publisher. When Paramount and Marvel Comics teamed up for this one-shot Mission Impossible comic book based on the 1996 film (starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt), Marvel did not have the rights to use Tom Cruise's likeness, so they depicted Ethan Hunt as an average brunette action hero. After the issue was finished and had gone to press, Tom Cruise read his advance copy and expressed concern that Ethan looked too feminine in a panel on page three. As a consequence, Marvel ordered the printing destroyed, but as is often the case, a few copies survived. Except for the two panels previously cited, "B" copies will be identical to the 2nd printing "A" copies (see A and B page 3 comparisons). Cover price $2.95.

Mister Miracle (1971 1st Series) 1 GD+ 2.5

"Murder Missile Trap." Elite soldier Scott Free escapes Apokolips and comes to Earth, where he assumes the role of Mister Miracle. Inspired by the real world exploits of Jim Steranko, who was a magician and escape artist prior to his career in comics, Mister Miracle was created by the great Jack Kirby for his epic Fourth World saga. Script, pencils, and cover by Jack Kirby. Inks by Vince Colletta. Cover price $0.15.