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Super Mario Bros Special Edition (1990) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4624500009

Super Mystery Comics (1940) Vol. 2 #2 FR/GD 1.5

Soiling, centerfold detached at one staple.

Jim Mooney cover. In order of appearance: "Magno the Magnetic Man, The Clown Comes Back" art by Jim Mooney; "The Black Spider"; "Vulcan"; "Peewee Wilson, U.S.A."; "Sky Smith" art by Maurice Gutwirth; "Buckskin, America's Defender of Liberty!" art by Harry Anderson; and "Captain Gallant and His Mini-Sub" art by Mark Arthur Schneider. "Circus Days" in-house comic advertisement for Lightning Comics Vol. 2 (1941), art by Jim Mooney. "Crossword Crime" text story by Cliff Howe. 68 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Super Mystery Comics (1940) Vol. 4 #5 GD/VG 3.0

3/4" Cumulative spine split.

In order of appearance: "Magno and Davey" art by Anthony DiPreta; "Mr. Risk"; "Chuck"; "The Sword, Undersea Domain of Doom!!"; and "Paul Revere, Jr". "Cold Country Justice" text story by Ralph Powers, reprinted from Super Mystery Comics Vol. 3 (1942) #3 and reprinted in Four Favorites (1941) #18. 52 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Super Mystery Comics (1940) Vol. 5 #5 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #4312079008

Bondage cover by Warren Kremer (as 'DOC'). In order of appearance: "Magno and Davey" art by Rudy Palais; "Chuck"; "Mr. Risk" art by Warren Kremer as 'DOC'; and "Harry the Hack". "Pay Dirt Paradise" text story by Ralph Powers, reprinted from Four Favorites (1941) #22 and from Super Mystery Comics Vol. 5 (1945) #4, and reprinted in Super Mystery Comics Vol. 6 (1946) #6. 36 pages. Full color. Cover price $0.10.

Super Powers Lot of 2

Issues 1, and 2 of Super Powers (1986 3rd Series). Most will grade in the FN to VF range.

Super Powers Lot of 4

issues 1, 2, 3, 5 of Super Powers (1984 1st Series). Most will grade in the FN to VF range.

Super-Hero (1962 Mike Tuohey) Fanzine 2 VG 4.0

Spring 1963. Published by Mike Tuohey. Super-Hero was one of the earlier comic book fanzines. Issue #2 includes: cover art by Richard "Grass" Green; a Simon & Kirby checklist, Captain Cro-Magnon comic strip, article on Captain 3-D by Mike Tuohey, Comic Reader Extra with a red hot scoops, Thunderbird comic strip, Original art section, and more. Contributing writers to this issue are Ted White, Jerry Bails, Roy Thomas, Bilfo White, and Ken Tesar. Contributing artist are Richard Green, Mike Vosburg, Biljo White, Jerry Bails, Roy Thomas, Ken Tesar, Bill Ryan, Alan Weiss, Larry Kopf Jr, Tim Batterby, and Tom Hoffman. 32 pgs.

Super-Villain Team-Up (1975) 1 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4552795023

"Slayers from the Sea!" Script by Tony Isabella. Pencils by George Tuska and Bill Everett (chapter 1) and George Evans (chapter 2). Inks by Fred Kida (chapter 1) and Frank Springer (chapter 2). Cover by Ron Wilson and Frank Giacoia. Story continues from Giant-Size Super-Villain Team-Up 2. The Sub-Mariner leaves Latveria after having second thoughts about forming an alliance with Doctor Doom. Following Prince Namor's departure, the Latverian monarch realizes that he does in fact need help for his various plans of conquest and decides to reach out to the Prince of Atlantis. Meanwhile, the Sub-Mariner visits Hydro-base and is ambushed by a trio of villains: Tiger Shark, Doctor Dorcas, and Attuma! A super slugfest erupts on land and under the sea! Will the Avenging Son prevail? Flashback cameo appearances by the Fantastic Four, Daredevil, Quicksilver, Spider-Man, Thor, and the Hulk to recap Doctor Doom's previous battles through the years. (Notes: This issue features Bill Everett's last published artwork on the Sub-Mariner, the character he created in the golden age. This issue also contains a full-page ad for Hostess Twinkies featuring Captain Marvel vs. Nitro.) Cover price $0.25.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 15 CGC 4.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4581694002

Cover art by Win Mortimer. The Secret of the Golden Coins, pencils by John Sikela, inks by Ed Dobrotka; When Clark and his friends find a pirate treasure chest filled with gold coins with Superboy's picture on them, Superboy flies back to the past to find out how that happened. Clark Kent's Terrible Report Card!, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by John Fischetti; Clark deliberately gets assigned to the "problem kids" class. Play Ball--Superboy's Workshop activity page. Nostradamus biography. Peg humor two-pager by Henry Boltinoff. Superboy's Class Reunion!, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by John Fischetti; Clark visits a reunion of some of his old high school pals; Superboy appears in flashback only. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 17 CGC 6.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4581694003

Cover pencils by John Sikela. The World is Our Schoolroom! public service announcement starring Superman, script by Jack Schiff, art by Win Mortimer. Clark Kent...Problem Pupil! starring Superboy and Ma and Pa Kent, pencils by John Sikela. The Man Who Shadowed Superboy!, pencils by John Sikela. Young Heroes text article. Superboy's Double!, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by John Fischetti; Superboy travels back in time 800 years to investigate the origin of a painting that looks just like him. Full-page ad for House of Mystery # 1. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 136 CGC 8.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4616926006

Cover art by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. Superboy Visits the 50th Century!, script by Otto Binder, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by John Forte; Superboy visits the 50th century where everyone considers him to be just a legend. Decoy of the Doom Statues!, script by Otto Binder, art by George Papp. Statement of ownership--average print run 952,000; average paid circulation 608,386. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 142 CGC 9.0

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4616926003

Cover art by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. "Superboy Goes Ape!", script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by George Papp, inks by Chic Stone; Red K turns Superboy into a monkey and Beppo into a human. "The Shyest Boy in Town!", script by Robert Bernstein, art by John Sikela; The school psychologist decides Clark needs to break out of his shell by making him wear Superboy's costume all the time. Cap's Hobby Hints activity page, script by Henry Boltinoff and Ray Kennedy, art by Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 144 FN/VF 7.0

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Cover art by Curt Swan, inks by George Klein. Superboy's Lost Identity!, script by Otto Binder, pencils by George Papp, inks by Chic Stone; Superboy discovers another Superboy in Smallville, only it's him; The other Superboy tries to convince Clark that Clark is Kirk Quentin and he's the real Clark Kent. Cap's Hobby Hints activity page, script by Henry Boltinoff and Eugene Martin (idea), art by Boltinoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 153 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4616926004

Cover art by Neal Adams. Challenge of the Cosmic Invaders!, script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Wally Wood; Superboy battles an alien invasion by creating duplicates of the world's leaders. Who Ever Heard of Jay Scott Pike? article by Mark Hanerfeld. Superboy's Secret Hideaways article, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Wally Wood. Cap's Hobby Hints activity page, script by Henry Boltinoff and David Smith, pencils by Boltinoff. Letter to the editor from Irene Vartanoff. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 157 CGC 9.2 Restored

Restored: C1

Paper: White

Restoration includes: small amount of color touch on cover.

Label #4575299011

Cover art by Neal Adams. Get Lost, Superboy...Who Needs You?, script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Wally Wood; jock Bash Bashford accidentally eats some bananas that give him super-strength. How the Super-Family Came to Earth from Krypton map. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.12.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 161 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4616926005

Cover art by Neal Adams. The Strange Death of Superboy!, script by Frank Robbins, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Wally Wood; Clark Kent depowers himself with Kryptoniate radiation so he can battle Bash Bashford fairly. More of Superboy's Secret Hideaways, script by E. Nelson Bridwell, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Wally Wood. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.15.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 183 FN/VF 7.0

Cover art by Nick Cardy. Karkan the Mighty--Lord of the Jungle!, script by Leo Dorfman [as David George], pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Murphy Anderson; What if Kal-El's rocket from Krypton landed in the jungle and he was raised by apes? War of the Wraith-Mates!--A New Tale of the Legion of Super-Heroes, script by Cary Bates, pencils by George Tuska, inks by Vince Colletta; Four Legionnaires are inhabited by squabbling entities. Gravity Girl of Smallville!, script by Robert Bernstein, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Stan Kaye; Lana's father brings back an anti-gravity belt he found on an expedition, and Lana embarks on a super-heroic career. Letter to the editor from comics writer Bob Rozakis. Statement of ownership--average print run 656,250; average paid circulation 353,642. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.25.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 194 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4539527004

Cover art by Nick Cardy. The Super-Merman of the Sea!, script by Leo Dorfman, pencils by Bob Brown, inks by Murphy Anderson; Harkon, a renegade Atlantean scientist, transforms Superboy into a water-breathing merman, which also removes his super-powers. Part 2 Prey of the Sea Wolves!, script by Dorfman, pencils by Brown, inks by Anderson; Superboy discovers that he has new mental powers of telepathy and telekinesis; Unable to leave the sea, he contacts his parents telepathically to tell them he is safe. Part 3 Super-Merman's Final Ordeal! Letter to the editor from comics writer Bob Rozakis. Statement of ownership--average print run 556,000; average paid circulation 265,877. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.20.

Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC) 217 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #0701103005

Cover art by Mike Grell. The Cornered Clown Hostess Fruit Pies ad starring the Joker, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. The Charge of the Doomed Legionnaires, script by Jim Shooter, art by Mike Grell; The Khund Field Marshall Lorca attacks a Legion cruiser, forcing it to crash on the barren planet Vanvlack IV; Brainiac 5 attempts to manage the battle from afar but the Legion team wins on their own, before Superboy arrives to help. Justice for All Children public service announcement starring Superman, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Vince Colletta. Future Shock for Superboy, script by Jim Shooter, art by Mike Grell; Superboy meets Legion Academy student Laurel Kent, who is also his thirtieth-century descendant. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.30.

Superboy Lot of 10

Issues 209-211, 213, and 215-220 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG to GD range with #211 grading FR.

Superboy Lot of 10

Issues 234-243 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG range.

Superboy Lot of 10

Issues 170, 173, 175, 177, 179, 184, and 186-189 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG range with a couple grading GD.

Superboy Lot of 11

Issues 179, 186, 187, 189, 191, 196, 198-201, and 204 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the FN range with a few grading VG.

Superboy Lot of 12

Issues 225, 229, 230, 232, 234-236, 239-241, 527, and 258 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG range with a couple grading GD.

Superboy Lot of 8

Issues 161-168 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG range.

Superboy Lot of 8

Issues 153-160 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG range with #153 grading GD. Issue 154 has a double cover.

Superboy Lot of 9

Issues 99, 104, 105, 108, 111, 114, 115, 119, and 120 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the GD to FR range with a couple grading VG.

Superboy Lot of 9

Issues 124, 132, 135, 142-146, and 150 of Superboy (1949-1979 1st Series DC). Most will grade in the VG to GD range with #132 grading PR (page missing, does not affect story or art).

Supergirl (1972 1st Series) 1 FN 6.0

1st solo title. Cover art by Bob Oksner. Trail of the Madman!, script by Cary Bates, pencils by Art Saaf, inks by Vince Colletta; Linda quits her job at KSF-TV, and goes back to college at Vandyre University to study drama. Super Fashions From Fans!; Fans provide fashions and hair designs for Supergirl. Castle in the Clouds, script by Len Wein and Marv Wolfman, pencils by John Rosenberger, inks by Dick Giordano; Jeff gets caught in Zatanna's trance, and gets sent back to King Arthur's Court. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

Supergirl (1972 1st Series) 3 CGC 9.8

Paper: Off white

Label #4634579001

Cover art by Bob Oksner. The Garden of Death!, script by Cary Bates, pencils by Art Saaf, inks by Vince Colletta; Supergirl helps a man who has been framed for murder. Curse of the Phantom Heckler!, script by Cary Bates, art by Don Heck; Zatanna performs at Midvale Orphanage. 36 pgs. $0.20. Cover price $0.20.

Supergirl (2025 DC) 1H CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Forbes Variant Cover.

Label #4633997016

Limited 1 for 50 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Sophie Campbell. Art by Sophie Campbell. Cover by W. Scott Forbes. THE MAIDEN OF MIGHT RETURNS! IN A NEW SERIES WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SOPHIE CAMPBELL! Kara Zor-El has been a key member of the Super-Family in Metropolis, but what happens when she strikes out on her own? Follow Kara as she returns to her roots in Midvale...home of Supergirl! But how could this be?! Our hero has not been back in years, and the protector of that town has been saving the day for weeks. Can Supergirl stop the impostor before they steal her fresh start and life? Celebrated writer/artist Sophie Campbell (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Wet Moon) makes her mark on the DC Universe with this thrilling debut issue! Plus a new costume designed by bestselling cover artist Stanley Artgerm Lau! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Supergirl (2025 DC) 1H CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Forbes Variant Cover.

Label #4633997017

Limited 1 for 50 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Sophie Campbell. Art by Sophie Campbell. Cover by W. Scott Forbes. THE MAIDEN OF MIGHT RETURNS! IN A NEW SERIES WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SOPHIE CAMPBELL! Kara Zor-El has been a key member of the Super-Family in Metropolis, but what happens when she strikes out on her own? Follow Kara as she returns to her roots in Midvale...home of Supergirl! But how could this be?! Our hero has not been back in years, and the protector of that town has been saving the day for weeks. Can Supergirl stop the impostor before they steal her fresh start and life? Celebrated writer/artist Sophie Campbell (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Wet Moon) makes her mark on the DC Universe with this thrilling debut issue! Plus a new costume designed by bestselling cover artist Stanley Artgerm Lau! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Supergirl (2025 DC) 4C CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Ejikure Variant Cover.

Label #4648761014

Written by Sophie Campbell. Art by Sophie Campbell. Cover by Ejikure. GIRL'S NIGHT OUT! In the aftermath of escaped Kandorian Lesla-Lar's rampage through town, Supergirl learns there's more to Midvale than meets the eye when Lena drags her to a secret club she never knew existed. Midvale, like her alter ego, may seem mild-mannered, but there's something special about it. Out from under Superman's watchful eye, Kara is ready to let loose no matter the disastrous consequences! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Supergirl Lot of 10

Issues 1-10 of Supergirl (1982 2nd Series). Most will grade in the VF to FN/VF range.

Supergirl Lot of 10

Issues 11-20 of Supergirl (1982 2nd Series). Most will grade in the VF to FN+ range.

Supergirl Lot of 3

Issues 3, 6, 9 of Supergirl (1982 2nd Series). Most will grade in the FN to VF range.

Supergirl Lot of 4

Issues 1-4 of Supergirl (1994 Limited Series). Most will grade in the NM range.

Supergirl Lot of 6

Issues 21-23 of Supergirl (1982 2nd Series); 1 of Supergirl Movie Special (1985); 1 of Supergirl Giveaway Honda Special (1986); and 1 of Supergirl Giveaway Honda Special (1984). Most will grade in the VF to FN+ range.

Supergirl Sketch by Neil King

This Black and white depiction of the woman of tomorrow along with the villian she is defeating give her a much more science hero vibe as opposed to the typical bold and bright super-hero we all know. Pencil, ink, and watercolor on paper. Signed by the artist. 10 1/2" X 12 3/8".

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Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow (2021 DC) 1A VF 8.0 Evely

Written by Tom King. Art and Cover by Bilquis Evely. Kara Zor-El has seen some epic adventures over the years, but finds her life without meaning or purpose. Here she is, a young woman who saw her planet destroyed and was sent to Earth to protect a baby cousin who ended up not needing her. What was it all for? Wherever she goes, people only see her through the lens of Supermans fame. Just when Supergirl thinks shes had enough, everything changes. An alien girl seeks her out for a vicious mission. Her world has been destroyed, and the bad guys responsible are still out there. She wants revenge, and if Supergirl doesnt help her, shell do it herself, whatever the cost. Now a Kryptonian, a dog, and an angry, heartbroken child head out into space on a journey that will shake them to their very core. 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.

Superior Spider-Man (2013 Marvel NOW) 31MIDTOWN.A CGC 9.8 Campbell Midtown Variant

Paper: White

Midtown Comics Edition

Label #1264763021

Midtown Comics Connecting Variant Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Connects with Midtown's Amazing Spider-Man #1 & Amazing Spider-Man #1.1.

Written by Dan Slott and Christos Gage. Art by Giuseppe Camuncoli, Will Sliney, John Dell and Terry Pallot. Goblin Nation: Part 5 of 5 - SERIES FINALE! The end of an era! A tale of triumph and tragedy! The GREEN GOBLIN unmasked! A hero reborn! But what does this mean for OTTO OCTAVIUS?! • There's only one man who can save us from the Goblin Nation… PETER PARKER: The one, true SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN! 64 pages, full color.

Superior Spider-Man (2019 2nd Series) 1COMICMINT.A CGC 9.4 Crain Comic Mint Variant

Paper: White

Crain Variant Cover. Includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Label #3702399016

Comic Mint exclusive variant by Clayton Crain. Written by Christos Gage. Art by Mike Hawthorne. A SPIDER-GEDDON TIE-IN! Otto Octavius leaves the moniker of Doctor Octopus behind and once again becomes THE SUPERIOR SPIDER-MAN! If you think you've already read the most intense and surprisingly heartbreaking Superior Spider-Man story, prepare to be wrong. Otto is going to prove to the world that he's the most effective and (to him at least) the best super hero in the world. But when a villain that overpowers him by so much shows up in San Francisco, there's no way Ock can win, right? Can you see Otto smirking from where you're reading this? 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Superman #1 (2011) Cover Print by George Perez, and Brian Buccellato

High quality print on heavy stock. 9" X 12".

Superman (1939 1st Series) 23 PR 0.5

Interior is complete. Full length spine split with front cover missing. Water damage. Slight mold.

Cover art by Jack Burnley. America's Secret Weapon!, script by Don Cameron [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Sam Citron [as Joe Shuster], inks by Sam Citron [as Joe Shuster]; When Superman arrives at Camp Towne to make an appearance, he volunteers to participate in the war games that will take place. A Claw For a Clue text story by Tex Raines. Habitual Homicide, script by Jerry Siegel, art by George Roussos [as Joe Shuster]; When Professor Lock makes a move on one of the college girls and is rebuffed, he swears revenge by killing the college dean and blaming her fiance. Hank the Yank humor page by Ray Houlihan. Fashions In Crime starring Superman, script by Jerry Siegel, art by Peter Riss [as Joe Shuster]. Clancy the Cop humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Danger On the Diamond starring Superman, script by Jerry Siegel, art by John Sikela [as Joe Shuster]. 60 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 32 CGC 2.5

Paper: Cream to off white

Label #4609636001

Cover pencils by Wayne Boring. Superman's Search for Clark Kent!, script by Alvin Schwartz [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Ed Dobrotka [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos; Superman agrees to undergo the powerful rays of a machine designed to study brain tissue. Crime on Skis!, script by Bill Finger (?) [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Ed Dobrotka [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos; Superman, in the guise of Clark Kent, travels with Lois to Ski Valley, which is being threatened by a death bird: a half-man, half-bird creature of Indian lore. Grandpa Peters humor two-pager by Tom McNamara [as Lefty O'Grady]. Bomb Trap text story by Jack Miller [as Jesse Merlan]. Lois Lane story, script by Whitney Ellsworth [as Jerry], pencils by Ed Dobrotka [as Joe], inks by George Roussos. Shorty humor page by Henry Boltinoff. Toys of Treachery! starring Superman, script by Don Cameron [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Ed Dobrotka [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 33 VG 4.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Color touch and TRIMMED. Centerfold detached at one staple. Oxidation and chipping.

Cover art by Jack Burnley. Dimensions of Danger!, script by Don Cameron [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Ira Yarbrough [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos; Lois Lane says "Kltpzyxm" and accidentally transports herself to Mxyztplk's home world. Private Pete humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Country Doctor! starring Superman, script by Bill Finger [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Ira Yarbrough [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos; An under-appreciated doctor is appalled when his doctor son refuses to practice medicine alongside his elderly father in a small country area. Man With the Rocket text story by Blair Bolton. Lois Lane story, script by Whitney Ellsworth [as Jerry], pencils by Ed Dobrotka [as Joe]. The Compass Points to Murder!, script by Bill Finger [as Jerry Siegel], pencils by Ira Yarbrough [as Joe Shuster], inks by George Roussos. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 60 GD 2.0 (R)

Restored (see item notes)

RESTORATION. Tear seal. Lateral spine tear.

Cover art by Al Plastino. The Two Identities of Superman, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye; Superman tries to convince Hollis Shore that he's really Perry White. The Men Who Had to Guard Superman, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye; When a dying scientist tells Clark a secret formula, the Secret Service decides they must protect him. Smokey, the Fire-Preventing Bear Comes to the Rescue of Peter Porkchops public service announcement, script by Jack Schiff, art by Otto Feuer. Casey the Cop humor two-pager by Henry Boltinoff. Birth of the Leathernecks, an origin of the U.S. Marines. Superman Fights the Super-Brain, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye; The Toyman builds a super computer to plot crimes for him. Stan Musial Wheaties full-page ad. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 73 FR/GD 1.5 (R)

Trimmed

TRIMMED. Original staples removed. Staples added (not manufacturing). 4" cumulative spine split. Cover and interior oxidation. Tape on interior cover. Water damage.

Cover art by Win Mortimer. Hank Garvin, Man of Steel starring Superman, Hank Garvin, Honest Jack Dugan, Friendly Al Piper, and Harry Dane, script by Bill Finger. The Mighty Mite starring Superman, Jonathan Kent, Martha Kent, Jeremy Kendall, Henrietta Kendall, Horace Preson, and Cynthia Preston, script by Bill Finger, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye. Jerry Jitterbug humor two-pager by Henry Boltinoff. Boxing's Forgotten Man text story by Frank Minton. Perry White Vs. Clark Kent, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by John Fischetti; Clark Kent briefly becomes Planet editor; Planet combines with rival Dispatch. Superman is also featured in a one-page public service announcement, "The World is Our Schoolroom! 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 82 VG 4.0

Cover oxidation. Water spotting.

Cover art by Win Mortimer. Lois Lane Joins the WACs! starring Superman, Lois Lane, Sgt. Gloria Mulvaney, Perry White, and Judy Masters, script by Bill Woolfolk, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye. Jerry Jitterbug humor two-pager by Henry Boltinoff. The Unemployed Superman starring Superman, Mr. Mxyztplk, Lois Lane, and Perry White, art by Al Plastino. The Hurricane Hunters text article by John Marlowe. The Super-Reporter of Metropolis starring Superman, script by Bill Woolfolk, art by Al Plastino; Superman single-handedly puts out an issue of the Dailey Planet. 44 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.

Superman (1939 1st Series) 97 GD/VG 3.0

1" spine split from top.

Cover art by Al Plastino. The Amazing Professor Memory, script by Bill Finger, art by Al Plastino; Superman takes the place of Professor Memory when the mob is after him for accidentally learning the serial numbers on some stolen bills. Varsity Vic humor page by Henry Boltinoff. The Big Game Hunt of Metropolis, script by Otto Binder, pencils by Curt Swan, inks by Ray Burnley; The Swindle Syndicate dupe Jimmy Olsen with free passes to Jack Borden's Big Game Hunt in an attempt to stop Clark Kent from figuring out who their leader is. Superboy's Last Day in Smallville!, script by Jerry Coleman, pencils by Wayne Boring, inks by Stan Kaye. Fearless Fosdick stars in a quarter-page Wildroot Cream-Oil ad with art by Al Capp. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.10.