Auctions: comic books 1997-1999

Adventures of Spider-Man (1996) 10 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #19-0A696AA-001

Cover pencils by Alex Saviuk, inks by Rob Stull. To Catch a Spider, script by Nel Yomtov, pencils by Alex Saviuk, inks by Rob Stull; When the Tinkerer and the Beetle release hi-tech drones over New York to record the movement of all super heroes, Spidey has to track them down and stop the dastardly duo before they discover his secret identity. Continuing the all-new adventures based on the hit animated show! 36 pgs. Cover price $0.99.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) -1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609483006

The Amazing Peter Parker and the Kingpin in "Where Have All the Heroes Gone?" Script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Joe Bennett, inks by Bud LaRosa. Three-page back-up story, "The Secrets of Peter Parker!" Script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Pat Olliffe, inks by Al Williamson. Bennett/Pimentel cover. 44 pgs. Cover price $1.95.

Avatar Illustrated (1998) 1998 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4434696024

Avatar Illustrated, printed by Avatar as a summer special. 1 page Goon preview by Eric Powell that predates Goon #1 by Avatar. B&W. 32 pages. Slick paper stock. Cover price $1.00.

Avengers (1998 3rd Series) 2B CGC 9.4 JSA Perez Lago Variant

Paper: White

George Perez Authenticated Autograph. Variant Cover.

Label #4636245006

Painted cover by Ray Lago. Heroes Return - The Morgan Conquest Part 2 of 3. "Once An Avenger... The Call" Script by Kurt Busiek. Pencils by George Pérez . Inks by Al Vey. Thanks to the Asgardian Twilight Sword and the Scarlet Witch's hex power, Morgan Le Fay has created her own medieval reality on the Earth! And the Mighty Avengers are serving as her special honor guard to keep the peace! However Captain America is able to break free of Morgan's mind control! And he starts searching for other avengers to join him. First Cap reaches Hawkeye, then the Wasp and Photon, and finally Quasar and Justice! Will six avengers be enough to defeat the Queen's Vengeance? Meanwhile in Morgan's dungeon, Wanda desperately sends a mystical call for help... to anyone who will listen! Cameo appearances by Mordred the Evil and Wonder Man. (Notes: The Avengers previously battled Morgan Le Fay in Avengers 240 & 241. This issue features a gatefold cover. This three-part story was reprinted in 2000 in the trade paperback: Avengers The Morgan Conquest.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.99.

Batman Beyond (1999 1st Series) Special Origin Issue #1, 1st Printing CGC 9.8 FCBD Variant

Paper: White

Label #4014891015

1st printing. Distributed as a free giveaway for Free Comic Book Day as well as a Six Flags giveaway.

Batman Harley Quinn (1999) 1 CGC 9.4 Ross Variant 1st Printing

Paper: White

Label #2090429024

1st Printing (2nd and 3rd printings have 2nd and 3rd printing notices on inside front cover). Written by Paul Dini; art by Yvel Guichet and Aaron Sowd; painted cover by Alex Ross. The most popular character introduced in Batman's animated adventures enters the DC Universe and "No Man's Land" in a Prestige one-shot written by Harley's creator, Paul Dini (SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH), with a painted cover by PEACE ON EARTH's Alex Ross and stunning interiors by Yvel Guichet and Aaron Sowd. Since Gotham's fall, the Joker has been relatively quiet...but that's about to change as former Arkham Asylum doctor Harleen Quinzel joins the Clown Prince of Crime to put him back on top. But when their unusual partnership leaves Harley a little worse for wear, she enlists Poison Ivy's help. Now the Joker and Batman are going to learn that this souped-up Harley's not going to be pushed around anymore. Prestige Format. FC, 52 pg.$5.95" Batman No Man's Land Cover price $5.95.

Batman The Long Halloween (1997) 6 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4248738001

"St. Patrick's Day." Catwoman saves Batman from Poison Ivy's controlling influence. The subplot tying Bruce Wayne to Carmine Falcone thickens. Script by Jeph Loeb, art and cover by Tim Sale. Cover price $2.95.

Batman The Long Halloween (1997) 11 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4248738003

"Roman Holiday." During a trial, Boss Maroni scars Harvey Dent, leading to the origin of Two-Face. Features the birthday of Carmine Falcone. Script by Jeph Loeb, art and cover by Tim Sale. Cover price $2.95.

Bettie Page Queen of the Nile (1999) 1 VF 8.0

by Jim Silke; cover by Dave Stevens Bettie's back! And she's right where she belongs: in all kinds of trouble! This time, it's a low-budget time machine that mistakenly transports her to ancient Egypt where she battles the High Priest of Amon Ra, assorted thugs, and a lovesick mummy twice her size. She wiggles and squirms, and even bumps and grinds, to avoid their evil clutches, but she can't avoid the inevitable: everyone falls in love with her, she loses her clothes (frequently), and gets she thrown into a "bottomless pit" to be buried alive. Jim Silke continues the story he began in Bettie Page: Spicy Adventures, with Dave Stevens as cover artist. On sale December 1 FC, 32pg (1 of 3)" Cover price $2.95.

Birds of Prey (1999 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #2090429018

Written by Chuck Dixon, art by Greg Land & Drew Geraci. Cover by Land & Brian Stelfreeze. NOTE: The Birds of Prey 1st appearance was in Showcase '96 #3 and featured a Lois Lane, Black Canary, and Oracle team-up in an 18-page story titled "Birds of a Feather." By the time Birds of Prey #1 appeared, the team members had changed, but the Showcase '96 #3 story is clearly the beginning of the Birds of Prey series, with script by Jordan Gorfinkel, art by Jennifer Graves and inks by Dave Graff. Cover price $1.99.

Black Widow (1999 1st Series) 1B NM 9.4 Jones Yelena Variant

Variant cover by J.G. Jones. THE WARNING: The following analysis is for your eyes only and discusses the proposed elimination and replacement of Natasha Romanova, a.k.a. the Black Widow! THE TRANSMISSION: Data retrievement has uncovered the manufacture of an unstable variation of the "Super Soldier Serum" once used to empower Captain America. Satellite photographs locate chemical production facilities somewhere in the desert of Rhapistan. THE PENTAGON ASSESSMENT: Definite involvement of hard-line KGB agents targeting acquisition of Serum. Request immediate reactivation of Natasha Romanova, former Avenger and one-time spy. THE RISK FACTOR: New Black Widow Operative activated with priority one orders: terminate and replace Natasha Romanova. Written by Devin Grayson. Art and wraparound covers by J.G. Jones. Cover price $2.99.

Cherry Deluxe (1998 Cherry Comics) 1 VF- 7.5

Signed by Larry Welz. No autograph certification is included. Staple rust.

1st and only printing. Larry Welz cover and art. Neil Gaiman & Kate Murray stories. 6 5/8" x 10 1/4", 36 pages. Cover price $4.00.

Cherry Deluxe (1998 Cherry Comics) 1 VG+ 4.5

1st and only printing. Larry Welz cover and art. Neil Gaiman & Kate Murray stories. 6 5/8" x 10 1/4", 36 pages. Cover price $4.00.

Danger Girl (1998 Image) 6B CGC 9.6 Madureira Variant

Paper: White

Madureira Variant Cover.

Label #4679029004

Variant Cover by Joe Madureira. Written by J. Scott Campbell, Alex garner, and Andy Hartnell; art by Campbell and Garner. Cover price $2.50.

Danger Girl (1998 Image) 6C CGC 9.8 Ramos Variant

Paper: White

Ramos Variant Cover.

Label #4679029003

Issue #6 has three variant covers. Written by J. Scott Campbell, Alex Garner, and Andy Hartnell; art by Campbell and Garner CLIFFHANGER PRODUCTIONS. Variant Cover by Huberto Ramos. Cover price $2.50.

Daredevil (1998 2nd Series) 5B CGC 9.6 SS Palmiotti/Quesada/Smith Quesada Variant

Paper: White

Signed by Jimmy Palmiotti, Joe Quesada on 10/10/15 & Kevin Smith on 6/3/16. Variant Cover.

Label #1430316005

Cover shows Daredevil on his knees. Cover has barcode number ending in 00521. Cover pencils by Joe Quesada, inks by Jimmy Palmiotti. Guardian Devil Part 5: Devil's Despair, script by Kevin Smith, pencils by Joe Quesada, inks by Jimmy Palmiotti; Strange lets DD know that he has been duped in much that has gone on and he summons Mephisto to prove it; DD races to the church to save the child, his mother and Karen from the deadly Bullseye but isn't quite successful. 36 pgs. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Darkchylde The Diary (1997) 1HOLOCHROME FN- 5.5

Signed by Randy Queen, and Jason Gorder. No autograph certification is included.

Holochrome Special Bikini Commemorative Edition. Cover title is "Darkchylde Illustrated". Convention exclusive to the Chicago and San Diego Comic Cons. Diary pages with pin-ups. Art by Randy Queen, Jeff Pittarelli, Mike Chang, Tony Daniel, J.D. Smith, Kau Cha, Jim Lee, & Steve Firchow. 32 pages, FC.

Darkchylde The Legacy (1998) 1A CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition. Significant front/back scuff(s).

Label #19-0A696AA-020

Deadpool (1997 1st Series) 1 CGC 9.6 SS Kelly

Paper: White

Slab: Significant side/edge cracks 1" or more

Signed By Joe Kelly on 5/13/23.

Label #2769353006

"Hey, It's Deadpool (or...Deadpool #1)" Written by Joe Kelly. Pencils by Ed McGuinness. Inks by Nathan Massengill and Norman Lee. Cover pencils by Ed McGuinness, and inks by Nathan Massengill. After assisting a revolution in Bolivia (and getting paid in revolutionary bucks), Deadpool heads back to merc central to have words with Patch; Pool's next mission takes him to Antarctica to tangle with Sasquatch and blow up a gamma research station in the process; Finding out that the melting gamma core will irradiate the entire southern hemisphere, Deadpool fixes the problem and saves the day; DP is approached by Zoe and Noah and offered a position with Landau, Luckman and Lake but he quickly turns them down as being a good guy isn't exactly his style. Behind the Scenes text article: A look at the making of the issue including script fragmants, rough pencils, cover process and character designs. Promo of Generation X material. Cover price $2.95.

Fantastic Four (1998 3rd Series) 15 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4266969021

A Clash of Iron, script by Chris Claremont, pencils by Salvador Larroca, inks by Art Thibert; SHIELD monitors the battle on the moon and calls Iron Man to help; his armor malfunctions and he battles Reed, Ben, and Johnny; Reed, Ben, and Johnny catch a glimpse of a future in which they died, Sue married Dr. Doom, and they had a daughter, Valeria. 36 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

Gen 13 Bootleg (1996) 14 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4679029011

Cover pencils by Joe Phillips, inks by Garry Leach. Untitled story, script by Jeff Mariotte, pencils by Joe Phillips, inks by Garry Leach; Retired couple William and Claire Deitrich discover that being neighbors to Gen 13 can be a perilous business when they are captured by Hammersmith and his men who come gunning for the kids; The Deitrichs are drawn to look like Ralph Kramden and Lucy Ricardo. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $2.50.

Incredible Hulk (1962 Marvel 1st Series) 449D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #1257788004

Direct Edition. Cover by Mike Deodato Jr. It's the first appearance of the Thunderbolts in the aptly-titled "Introducing the Thunderbolts," script by Peter David, pencils by Mike Deodato Jr., inks by Tom Wegrzyn; Hulk and Janis are attacked by the Thunderbolts; Hulk is hurt during the fight, and breaks the wall of a dam to switch their attention onto saving citizen lives; At the end of the issue we see the Hulk falling on his knees, grabbing his chest. Characters: Hulk (Bruce Banner); Thunderbolts (Citizen V; Mach-1; Songbird; Techno; Atlas; Meteorite) ; Janis Jones. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Incredible Hulk (1962 Marvel 1st Series) 449D VF 8.0

Direct Edition. Cover by Mike Deodato Jr. It's the first appearance of the Thunderbolts in the aptly-titled "Introducing the Thunderbolts," script by Peter David, pencils by Mike Deodato Jr., inks by Tom Wegrzyn; Hulk and Janis are attacked by the Thunderbolts; Hulk is hurt during the fight, and breaks the wall of a dam to switch their attention onto saving citizen lives; At the end of the issue we see the Hulk falling on his knees, grabbing his chest. Characters: Hulk (Bruce Banner); Thunderbolts (Citizen V; Mach-1; Songbird; Techno; Atlas; Meteorite) ; Janis Jones. 36 pgs., full color. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Inhumans (1998 2nd Series) 1A CGC 9.6 SS Jae Lee

Paper: White

Signed by Jae Lee on 9/5/15.

Label #1321703002

Cover by Jae Lee. "Sonic Youth," script by Paul Jenkins, art by Jae Lee; All is not well in the Inhuman city of Attilan, located on the now-risen island of Atlantis; Despite the protective dome surrounding the great city as well as the impenetrable defenses, there is growing reason for concern; Humans crews are scouring the unoccupied portions of the island for their natural resources and Portuguese militias inch their tanks and soldier ever closer to Attilan's outer protective barrier; The Inhuman leader, Black Bolt is also acting out of character; Medusa, who has always been able to read the intention of every glance, every gesture, and every posture, knowing exactly what her husband is thinking can no longer read him. Karnak also remarks to Gorgon that he is unnerved that regardless of how long he has known their king and leader, he cannot spot a single flaw; It is his power to read the flaws in everything for every fortress no matter how impenetrable, every person friend or foe has a flaw, some crack in the armor that can be exploited; Black Bolt continues to show no such weakness. 36 pgs., full color. $2.99. Cover price $2.99.

JLA (1997) 1 NM 9.4

Signed by Howard Porter. No autograph certification is included.

The Hyperclan's arrival on Earth is met with praise by the public, but distrust by Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, Martian Manhunter, Green Lantern and Flash, while Metamorpho tries to protect Nuklon, Ice Maiden and Obsidian in "Them!" Part 1 of 4, continued next issue. Script by Grant Morrison, pencils by Howard Porter, inks by John Dell. Porter/Dell cover. Cover price $1.95.

JLA (1997) 26 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4267753021

Part 3 of 3 – "Our Army at War!" Written by Grant Morrison. Art by Mark Pajarillo and Walden Wong. General Eiling's diabolical plan for world domination stands revealed! He has transplanted his brain into the hulking indestructible body of the Shaggy Man and not even the World's Greatest Heroes may be able to stop him. Plus, what will become of the Ultra-Marines since Superman discovered that their new super powers are actually killing them? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.99.

Lady Death Judgement (1999) War Prelude 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4679029009

Regular Edition. by Kaminski, Reis, & Pimmitel; colored by Roy Young The story Chaos! readers have been demanding! On the eve of war, after years of separation, Lady Death and Evil Ernie are reunited ? will this be a joyous occasion, a celebration ? or will it be a doomed meeting of these dark final days?! Meanwhile, in Lady Death's absence, the battle between the hordes of Hell and the hosts of Heaven rages out of control ? with the Earth itself as their battlefield! This issue leads directly into the epic, Lady Death: Judgment War premiering next month! (LJWOP) FC" Cover price $2.95.

Lady Death Judgement War (1999) 1A CGC 9.8 Reis

Paper: White

Label #4679029008

by Pulido & Kaminski, Reis, & Pimentel; Colored by Roy Young The final war between Heaven and Hell rages with Earth as its battlefield! Caught between the forces of light and darkness, under the shadow of Armageddon, Lady Death pursues a ruthless vendetta against Lucifer in order to complete her conquest of Hell once and for all - before turning her attention to her war on Heaven!" Cover price $2.95.

Liberty Meadows (1999) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4354284007

First printing. By Frank Cho. When Liberty Meadows got dropped from the Washington Post, thousands of readers protested with letters, e-mail, and phone calls! It was the largest-ever response to a change on the Post's comic page. During its time in daily syndication, Liberty Meadows built a following who couldn't get enough of the sexy Brandy and the antics of her funny-animal friends. Issue One begins with the first Liberty Meadows strip and includes nearly eight weeks of dailies and Sunday strips, all reproduced from the original art, large enough to see every loving detail from the master hand of Frank Cho! Bimonthly. b&w, 32pg, $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Luxura and Vampfire (1997) 1B FN- 5.5

Staple rust.

Nude Cover by Roy Young. B & W comic. Mature Readers. Kirk Lindo. Cover by Holly Golightly and Roy Young. Cover price $2.95.

New Bondage Fairies (1996-1998 Eros Comix) 7 FN 6.0

Issue 7 - April, 1997. Written and illustrated by Kondom. 24 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $2.95.

Nine Rings of Wu-Tang (1999) 1A.DF.GOLD VF 8.0 Gold Foil Variant

Dynamic Forces Exclusive Gold Foil Cover. Certificate of Authenticity.

Nine Rings of Wu-Tang (1999) 1TOWER FN+ 6.5 Tower Records Silver Foil Variant

Tower Records Exclusive cover. (W) Aaron Bullock & Brian Haberlin (P) Clayton Henry (I) Crime Lab Ink Works (C) Haberlin Studios 36 CHAMBERS...9 RINGS...1 WU-TANG CLAN! Be there from the beginning! In a long-forgotten past where martial arts and magic blend together, an ancient evil is reborn and only a rag-tag band of mercenaries can stop it from plunging the world into eternal darkness. Expect the unexpected! Featuring the stunning talents of newcomer Clayton Henry as penciller and fantastic stories woven by Brian (Witchblade, Aria) Haberlin and Aaron Bullock, this book is sure to be a winner! A must see for fans of Battle Chasers and Wu-tang Clan.

Original Bondage Fairies (1998-1999 Eros Comix) 2 VF+ 8.5

Story and artwork by Kondom. 6.5" x 10", 48 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $3.50.

Original Bondage Fairies (1998-1999 Eros Comix) 3 FN+ 6.5

Story and artwork by Kondom. 6.5" x 10", 48 pages, B&W. -MATURE READERS- Cover price $3.50.

Shi Vampirella (1997) 1B VF/NM 9.0 Crusade Collectables edition Variant

Signed by William Tucci. No autograph certification is included.

Crusade Collectables edition. Written by Warren Ellis.

Spawn (1992 Image) 77D CGC 9.4 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Slab: Chipped/broken bracket

Label #4526895017

Direct edition. "Relics!" Written by Todd McFarlane and Brian Holguin. Art by Dwayne Turner and Danny Miki. Cover by Greg Capullo and Todd McFarlane. Since Spawn was attacked by The Heap, he has become more and more painfully aware of the worlds darkness and suffering and he turns to Cog for answers. Cog finally reveals his own history and dilemma of being trapped between two worlds and neither claiming him. He then proposes that Spawn defeat Malebolgia and become the ruler of Hell, thus ending the war between Heaven and Hell. Meanwhile, Bobby sinks further into despair as he struggles to come to terms with Bootsy's death and Twitch takes a bullet as he and Sam search the alleys for Spawn. 32 pages, full color. NOTE: This issue is dedicated to Paul Stanley. Cover price $1.95.

Spider-Girl (1998) 2B CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Variant Edition.

Label #3856325010

Cover B. Cover pencils by Pat Olliffe, inks by Al Williamson. Bedeviled starring Spider-Girl, script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Pat Olliffe, inks by Al Williamson; Spider-Girl meets Darkdevil and fights Crazy Eight. 38 pgs. $1.99. Cover price $1.99.

Superman (1987 2nd Series) Annual 10 VG/FN 5.0

Signed by Bernie Wrightson on front cover, no certification is included.

Story by Dan Jurgens. Art by Paul Ryan and Chris Ivy. Cover by Bernie Wrightson. "Ghosts". 52 pages. Full Color. Cover price $2.95.

Teen Titans (1996 2nd Series) 4 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4618089011

Nightwing, Robin and Captain Marvel Jr. investigate the Teen Titans, the kids test their new-found abilities, and Supergirl is attacked in "Coming Out". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script and pencils by Dan Jurgens, inks by George Perez. Letters column includes profile of Joto. Jurgens/Perez cover. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.95.

Thunderbolts (1997 Marvel) 1REP.2ND CGC 9.6 2nd Printing

Paper: White

Second Printing.

Label #4008794016

2nd Printing with Pink/Purple cover. Cover price $2.99.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 350A CGC 9.6 Deluxe Hologram

Paper: White

Label #4643313008

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.

Vampirella Monthly (1997) 21A CGC 9.4 Art

Paper: White

Limited Edition.

Label #0947121002

Art Cover, woman w/ wings holding arms in air. No foil stamp on cover. By David Conway & Louis Small Jr. It's the end for everything Vampirella holds dear! Hunted, captured, and beaten, Vampirella must stand against an unmerciful enemy. Part 1 of a two- part shocker, leading up to the incredible millennium-ending finale! Plus, Dorian Cleavenger presents a fully-painted Pantha story! This issue will be released with two covers: the Regular cover features a photo image of Julie Strain as Vampirella, while the alternate cover features the long-awaited Joseph M. Linsner cover, limited to 3,000 copies!" Cover price $2.95.

Wonder Woman (1987 2nd Series) 118 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4400340020

Part 1 of 2 - "Claws!" Story and art by John Byrne. Cover by Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez. The Cheetah's back, more feral, more ferocious than ever from her deal with Neron in UNDERWORLD UNLEASHED. But her heightened powers are costing her humanity and it's up to Wonder Woman to help her counter her deal with the devil and regain what she's lost. 36 pages, FC. Cover price $1.95.