Auctions: comic books May 1989

Akira (1988) 7 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4721651025

In the midst of a telekinetic rampage with his powers, Tetsuo finds that Kay has a few surprises in store; the sinister, psychic-powered cult leader, Lady Miyako, makes her move. The first English translation of Katsuhiro Otomos influential manga series. Story, art and cover by Otomo. Color by Steve Oliff. Also includes more Otomo art from the original Akira manga. Mature readers. Cover price $3.50. Cover price $3.50.

ALF (1988) 15 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4699309021

Comic book version of the TV sitcom and cartoon that aired on NBC from 1986 to 1990 featuring an Alien Life Form (ALF) living with a family. A book length saga in three parts in which ALF mistakenly believes that the Tanners don't like him, runs away from home and ends up in Las Vegas in "The Run Run Run Run Runaway," All the World's a Cage" and "Home is Where the Artichoke Heart Is." Scripts by Michael Gallagher and art by Dave Manak & Marie Severin. Cover price $1.00.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 315 VG+ 4.5

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Direct Edition. "A Matter of Life and Debt!" Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Life is full of challenges and on this day Peter Parker and his web-spinning alter-ego face three! The first, Hydro-Man attempts a payday robbery! But the Spectacular Spider-Man stops the heist! The second, Nathan Lubensky steals money from Aunt May to pay his gambling debts! However, Peter quickly shuts down his operation! And the fateful third...Venom escapes from the Vault! Wow, this challenge will be more difficult and more deadly starting next issue! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson and Kristy Watson. (Notes: Venom previously appeared in Amazing Spider-Man 300.) The letters page contains a statement of ownership: average print run 451,930; average paid circulation 271,100. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Batman Gotham by Gaslight (1989 DC) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Written by Brian Augustyn. Art by Mike Mignola and P. Craig Russell. Introduction by Robert Bloch.

In an age of mystery and superstition, how would the people of Gotham react to a weird creature of the night, a bat-garbed vigilante feared by the guilty and the innocent alike? Some would live in terror. Others would rest easier. Only one man would take no notice at all, a man with other matters to attend to. His name? No one knows for sure. Most people know him only as Jack. Jack the Ripper.

Squarebound, 48 pages, full color. Cover price $3.95.

Justice League Europe (1989) 2 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4642669001

The Global Guardians cause trouble when the Leaguers split up to investigate Nazi activity in "Somebody Up There Hates Us!" Part 2 of 4, continued from the previous issue. Story continues next issue. Plot by Keith Giffen, script by J.M. DeMatteis, pencils by Bart Sears, inks by Pablo Marcos. Sears/Joe Rubinstein cover. Cover price $0.75.

Lum (1989) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4699262021

Sandman (1989 DC/Vertigo) 5 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609513006

The Sandman enters the dreams of Mister Miracle in an effort to recover his stolen ruby...the same ruby Dr. Destiny seeks. Guest-starring the Martian Manhunter. Written by Neil Gaiman, with art by Sam Kieth and Malcolm Jones III. Painted cover by Dave McKean. Suggested for Mature Readers. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

Sensational She-Hulk (1989) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #3961432018

Cover art by John Byrne. Second Chance, script and pencils by John Byrne, inks by Bob Wiacek; the Headmen hire the Circus of Crime to test She-Hulk's abilities. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Sensational She-Hulk (1989) 1 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Label #24-42BCDCD-014

Cover art by John Byrne. Second Chance, script and pencils by John Byrne, inks by Bob Wiacek; the Headmen hire the Circus of Crime to test She-Hulk's abilities. 36 pgs. $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 244D CBCS 9.0 Witnessed Sig Claremont

Paper: Off white to white

Witnessed Signature: Chris Claremont on 6/24/2022. Direct Edition

Label #22-225AE4F-020

Direct Edition. "Ladies' Night!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. Who are the M Squad and why are they about to ruin the girls' night out? Plus, the introduction of a brand new X-character! NOTE: 1st appearance of Jubilee. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 244D CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4235247005

Direct Edition. "Ladies' Night!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. Who are the M Squad and why are they about to ruin the girls' night out? Plus, the introduction of a brand new X-character! NOTE: 1st appearance of Jubilee. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 244D CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Label #3916766008

Direct Edition. "Ladies' Night!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. Who are the M Squad and why are they about to ruin the girls' night out? Plus, the introduction of a brand new X-character! NOTE: 1st appearance of Jubilee. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 244N CGC 8.5

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4669643007

Newsstand Edition. "Ladies' Night!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. Who are the M Squad and why are they about to ruin the girls' night out? Plus, the introduction of a brand new X-character! NOTE: 1st appearance of Jubilee. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.