Auctions: comic books April 1983

Batman (1940) Canadian Price Variant 358 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Canadian Price Variant.

Label #4613197012

Canadian edition with $.75 cover price. Cover pencils by Ed Hannigan, inks by Dick Giordano. 1st full appearance of Killer Croc in "Don't Mess with Killer Croc!" starring Batman, Robin, Commissioner Gordon, Alfred Pennyworth, Trina Todd, and The Squid, script by Gerry Conway, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Rodin Rodriguez; With the Squid eliminated, Killer Croc appoints himself the new head of the Gotham Underground as Batman puts together the pieces of Killer Croc's involvement in the Squid's death. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $0.75.

Dark Crystal (1983) 1N CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4611916023

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Newsstand Edition. "The Dark Crystal: Part 1 of 2!" Adapted by David Anthony Kraft. Art by Bret Blevins and Vince Colletta. This is the official comics adaptation of the Jim Henson epic fantasy adventure film! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

GI Joe A Real American Hero (1982 Marvel) 10D FN+ 6.5

First printing. Direct Edition. Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Chic Stone. "A Nice Little Town Like Ours..!" The Joes have their work cut out for them as they investigate an entire town that is a front for a Cobra operation. Featuring the 1st flashbacks of to Snake-eyes' mysterious past and ninja training. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Dr. Venom. Cover price $0.60.

Moon Knight (1980 1st Series) 30 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3947935011

Part 2 of 2 - "The Moonwraith, Three Sixes, and a Beast!" Guest-starring Werewolf by Night (Jack Russel). Written by Doug Moench. Art and cover by Bill Sienkiewicz. Moon Knight helps save Werewolf by Night from a Satanic cult. Back cover features Kevin Nowlan art. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.75.

New Teen Titans (1980) (Tales of ...) 30 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4661408010

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The Brotherhood of Evil are after Raven, Terra unveils her new look and Donna Troy gets a surprise in "Nightmare!" Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by George Perez, inks by Romeo Tanghal. Adrian Chase, Frances Kane, Speedy. Perez cover. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 168N FN+ 6.5

Newsstand Edition. "Professor Xavier is a Jerk!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Paul Smith and Bob Wiacek. Professor X has ordered Kitty to leave the ranks of the X-Men, a position she feels she's earned, and join the ranks of the neophyte heroes in training the New Mutants. Needless to say, Kitty is not happy about her mentor's decision. Wolverine begins a leave of absence from the team. Meanwhile, Xavier attempts to adjust to his new body... a body that enables him to walk! Plus, the deadly Sidrian Hunters return (last seen in Uncanny X-Men #154). And in Alaska, Scott runs into a very familiar face. Wolverine's story continues in Wolverine (1982 Limited Series) #1. NOTE: 1st appearance of Madelyne Pryor. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.