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Auctions: comic books 1988-1990, graded by CBCS

  • Item #58378792
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    Aliens (1988 Dark Horse) 4 CBCS 9.4

    Paper: White

    Label #21-44C56E4-010

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    Starts Jun 10

    1st printing - Written by Mark Verheiden. Art and cover by Mark A. Nelson. All hell breaks loose as Hicks, Newt and the Marines arrive on the Aliens' homeworld! While back on Earth, a misguided religious fanatic frees the Alien Queen captured by the Bionational Corp.! Even if Hicks and Newt survive their mission, will there be an Earth to come home to? 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

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    Aliens Earth War (1990) 1 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Label #19-2B978A3-019

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    Starts Jun 10

    1st Printing - Written by Mark Verheiden. Art by Sam Keith. Cover by John Bolton. The Aliens still dominate the Earth, but Hicks and Newt are determined to free the planet- no matter the cost! Now, they are not alone in their struggle. An old friend and comrade comes out of hiding to aid them in their struggle, but will that be enough to win the day? Cover price $2.50.

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    Aliens Earth War (1990) 3 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #19-2B978A3-021

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    Starts Jun 10

    Written by Mark Verheiden. Art by Sam Keith. Cover by John Bolton. This issue we're in for lots of female trouble when Ripley and her crew travel to the Aliens' home planet in an effort to capture the Alien Queen mother. Her highness has other plans, however, as she sends her "babies" to take out Ripley's team, leaving the two species' feistiest females to battle it out one-on-one! Meanwhile, the armored personnel carrier, which has transported the crew to the Alien hive, is headed for a nuclear meltdown -- leaving our team stranded on the planet with no way to return to their ship! 32 pages, FC Cover price $2.50.

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    Aliens vs. Predator (1990) 0 CBCS 8.5

    Paper: White

    Label #21-248C197-001

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    Starts Jun 10

    Collecst the Aliens vs. Predator Prequel story from Dark Horse Presents #34-#36 - Written by Randy Stradley. Art by Phill Norwood and Karl Story. Cover by Mike Mignola Originally published in three installments in Dark Horse Presents, this edition collects the blockbuster "prequel" tale written by Randy Stradley and illustrated by Phillip Norwood. This storyline takes place prior to events contained in the Aliens vs. Predator four-issue, full-color series. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.95.

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    Aliens vs. Predator (1990) 2 CBCS 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #19-2A9840C-005

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    Starts Jun 10

    Written by Randy Stradley. Art by Phill Norwood and Karl Story. Cover by Phill Norwood. The quiet settlement on the planet Ryushi is turned into a battleground as the Predators clash with the vastly superior numbers of the Alien horde--with the few remaining humans caught in the middle fighting both sides! However, when it becomes apparent that the Aliens are winning, the humans and the Aliens are faced with a tough choice: trust each other--or die! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #52303242
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    Aliens vs. Predator (1990) 4 CBCS 9.6

    Paper: White

    Label #19-2A9840C-009

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    Starts Jun 10

    Written by Randy Stradley. Art by Chris Warner and Robert Campanella. Cover by Dave Dorman. Action is the key word for this final issue of comicdom's best-selling direct-sale comic book series! Machiko's only allies against the ever-increasing Alien horde are a lone Predator and a man on the brink of death! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #60147660
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300D CBCS 9.4 Direct Variant

    1st full app. Venom

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #19-3BB47DB-002

    Starts Jun 10

    Direct Edition. Giant-sized 25th anniversary issue. First full appearance of Venom in "Venom!", script by David Michelinie, art by Todd McFarlane; Spidey's old alien costume has merged with reporter Eddie Brock who thinks his career was ruined by Spider-Man and the symbiote of the two, Venom, takes on the web slinger; At MJ's request, Spidey returns to the blue and red costume as she now finds his black duds way too creepy; This is the last issue in which Spider-Man appears in his black costume; Thing (of the Fantastic Four) cameo.. Stan's Soapbox Special in place of letters page: Full page editorial by Stan on the occasion of Spider-Man's 300th issue. 52 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #57489769
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 316D CBCS 9.8

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #22-2AA367E-001

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    Starts Jun 10

    Direct Edition. "Dead Meat" Part 1 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Art by Todd McFarlane. Cover by Todd McFarlane. Venom is back in New York City! And the deranged Eddie Brock is looking to kill Peter Parker or Spider-Man with extreme prejudice! However first the psychotic symbiote has to find where the Parkers are living! At the web-slinger's former Bedford Towers residence, Venom runs into and then runs roughshod over the Black Cat! But Felicia doesn't know where the wall-crawler is either! Later on Peter learns that his worst nightmare has returned and his family is in grave danger. Spider-Man can't wait for Venom to make the first move. The web-slinger must attack! Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Glory Grant, and Eduardo Lobo. (Note: This two-part story was reprinted in 1990 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man vs. Venom.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #58350841
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 329 CBCS 9.8

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #22-2DC8414-018

    Starts Jun 10

    Acts of Vengeance Aftermath - "Power Prey!" Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Erik Larsen and Al Gordon. The Acts of Vengeance is over! But Loki, Graviton, and Sebastian Shaw still want another shot at your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man! Inside Shaw Industries, the X-Men's long-time foe tinkers with past and present Sentinel robots! High above the Earth, the Asgardian god of mischief takes notice and decides to push along Shaw's research by merging the prototypes into the Tri-Sentinel! And then Loki sends the gigantic robot to destroy the Amity Point nuclear power plant! Is the end near for New York City? Not quite! In a brilliant flash of light, the Amazing Spider-Man transforms into Captain Universe! And with the enigma force pulsing through his veins, the wondrous wall-crawler charges the Tri-Sentinel! Can the spectacular one prevent a nuclear meltdown in the Big Apple? In Spidey we trust! Cameo appearances by Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, and the Black Cat. (Notes: This issue begins Erik Larsen's 2-year run as the penciler of the Amazing Spider-Man title. This story was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Cosmic Adventures.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #57510054
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 333 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-2EDBB5B-018

    Starts Jun 10

    "Stalking Feat!" Part 2 of 2. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by Erik Larsen and Mike Machlan. In an abandoned subway tunnel below Manhattan; the web-slinger, Venom, and Styx & Stone come together for a donnybrook to the death! But the amazing one can't beat Venom; and Venom can't beat Styx & Stone! And the crazy pair of assassins can't lay a glove on the wall-crawler! It looks like a three-way struggle to a stalemate! But finally someone breaks through! Will it be the end of the line for Styx, Stone, Venom, or your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man? Cameo appearances by Aunt May, Mary Jane Watson, Flash Thompson, and Jonathon Caesar. (Notes: Venom battles the wall-crawler again in Amazing Spider-Man 346. Styx and Stone return in Amazing Spider-Man 376.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #58027618
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 334 CBCS 9.8

    Paper: White

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    Label #21-2EDBFBB-006

    Starts May 13

    "Secrets, Puzzles, and Little Fears..." The Return of the Sinister Six Part 1 of 6. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Mike Machlan. Cover by Erik Larsen and Terry Austin. The Sinister Six storyline begins with a bang as Electro and Dr. Octopus clash with the web-slinger in an industrial warehouse! But the battle is short and sweet and inconclusive! Spider-Man doesn't know what Otto Octavius is planning, but right now helping his dear aunt takes priority! Meanwhile with Electro already in the fold, the six-armed super-villain reaches out to the Sandman! Is Doc Ock getting the band back together? Cameo appearances by Iron Man, Mary Jane Watson, and Aunt May. (Notes: The wall-crawler first battled the Sinister Six way back in Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1. The Amazing Spider-Man title was published bi-monthly for the next 5 issues.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 335 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-2EDBFBB-017

    Starts Jun 10

    "Shocks!" The Return of the Sinister Six Part 2 of 6. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Terry Austin. Cover by Erik Larsen and Mike Machlan. Peter and Mary Jane attend a celebrity fundraiser at the New York Public Library! Everyone is having a great time until the Shocker pulls a brinks job on the charitable donations! Fortunately though, the web-slinger's old foe doesn't reach the exit before bumping into the wondrous wall-crawler! Will Spidey cancel the Shocker's cash withdrawal? In the meantime Dr. Octopus recruits two more blue chips to his super-villain sextet: the Hobgoblin and Mysterio! Cameo appearances by Captain America, Paul Shaffer, Aunt May, Ben Urich, Flash Thompson, and the Black Cat. (Note: This six-part storyline was reprinted in 1994 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Return of the Sinister Six; and reprinted again in 2009 in the hardcover: Spider-Man -- Sinister Six.) 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #56902369
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 339 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-2EDC278-013

    Starts May 13

    "The Killing Cure" The Return of the Sinister Six Part 6 of 6. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Mike Machlan, Randy Emberlin, John Romita Sr., and Keith Williams. Cover by Erik Larsen and Hilary Barta. To Spider-Man's chagrin, Cordco's satellite launches into the stratosphere with Doc Ock's deadly poison onboard! Oh no, does this mean the Earth is doomed? Not exactly. Because the six-armed doctor's poison is actually just a cure for cocaine addiction! Otto Octavius' master plan is simply to extort rich addicts who have to keep using! But the poison has the side effect of destroying the ozone layer! And only Peter Parker and his labmates at ESU can save the planet now! Meanwhile at the TV studio across town, Mary Jane finds herself in a smaller scale life and death struggle vs. Jonathan Caesar! And only one of them will survive! Final appearance of Jonathan Caesar. Cameo appearances by the Sandman and Thor. (Note: This six-part storyline was reprinted in 1994 in the trade paperback: Spider-Man -- The Return of the Sinister Six; and reprinted again in 2009 in the hardcover: Spider-Man -- Sinister Six.) 32 pages. $1.00 cover price. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #58350851
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    Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 342D CBCS 9.8

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #22-2DC8414-031

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    Direct Edition. "The Jonah Trade" Powerless Part 2 of 3. Script by David Michelinie. Pencils by Erik Larsen. Inks by Randy Emberlin. Cover by Erik Larsen and Al Gordon. Last issue the powerless web-slinger got by with a little help from his friends! But that was against the Tarantula! Next up: the Scorpion! Yikes! Similar to the Tarantula's modus operandi, the pointy-tailed villain takes a hostage (in this instance J. Jonah Jameson) and demands a swap for the wondrous wall-crawler! And again like last issue, the powerless Spider-Man makes a call for assistance...to the Black Cat! Will Felicia rush to the aid of her former boyfriend one more time? And what does Mary Jane think about all this? It doesn't matter now, because the Scorpion can't wait! First appearance of Dr. Elias Wirtham (aka Cardiac). Cameo appearances by Aunt May and the Chameleon. 32 pages. $1.00 cover price. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #55875587
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    Armor (1985 1st Series) 5 CBCS 9.4

    Paper: White

    Slab: Debris trapped between case and inner well

    Label #19-2AC2DFF-005

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    Starts Jun 10

    The Amazing Origin Of Armor, Part 5. Story by Neal Adams. Art by Bart Sears, Rudy Nebres and Neal Adams. Cover by Neal Adams and Rudy Nebres. Sci-fi superheroics from Neal Adams' Continuity Comics. Armor and Silver Streak lead the human slaves in revolt against the alien slaver Rage, and his own forces turn against him. Cover features a fine example of Continuity's famously overwrought cover dialogue. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.00.

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    Armor (1985 1st Series) 7 CBCS 9.6

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Label #19-2AC2DFF-006

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    Starts Jun 10

    The Amazing Origin Of Armor, Part 7. Story by Neal Adams. Art by Brian Apthorp, Rudy Nebres and Neal Adams. Wraparound cover by Neal Adams. Sci-fi superheroics from Neal Adams' Continuity Comics. Silver Streak races to rescue an injured Armor from the crystal planet and get him medical attention - but first, they face one last test from the crystal entity. 32 pages, Full Color. Cover price $2.00.

  • Item #56906487
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    Tags: Batman
    Published Jan 1990 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 443 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-198539E-006

    Starts Jul 6

    Crimesmith enlists others to carry out robberies, and doesn't suffer betrayal well, in "The Coming Of Crimesmith". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo. Insert comic: 16-page promotion for Lightning Racers race car toys. Val Semeiks/Michael Bair cover. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #57198623
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    Tags: Batman
    Published Jan 1990 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 443 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-198539E-007

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    Starts Jun 10

    Crimesmith enlists others to carry out robberies, and doesn't suffer betrayal well, in "The Coming Of Crimesmith". Part 1 of 2, continued next issue. Script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo. Insert comic: 16-page promotion for Lightning Racers race car toys. Val Semeiks/Michael Bair cover. 52 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #57953675
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    Tags: Batman
    Published Mar 1990 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 445 CBCS 9.8 1st Printing

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    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-1984276-024

    Starts Jul 6

    Cover by Brian Bolland. "When the Earth Dies! Chapter One: Red Square! Bloody Square!" starrubg Slasher, Com. Gordon, Alfred, and Vicki Vale; script by Marv Wolfman, pencils by Jim Aparo, inks by Mike DeCarlo; Batman travels to the Soviet Union to track down the KGBeast's protege the NKVDemon, who is on a murdering spree; The brutal fight that ensues nearly costs Batman his life; Demon (protege of KGBeast, NOT Etrigan) appearance. "From the Den" column by Denny O'Neil. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #57303533
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    Tags: Batman
    Published May 1990 by DC.

    Batman (1940) 447 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-198539E-015

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    Starts Jun 10

    The Demon (not Etrigan) is murdering leading members of the communist party, and his final target is Premier Mikhail Gorbachev in "Earth Day! Demon Night!" Part 3 of 3, continued from the previous issue. Written by Marv Wolfman. Art by Jim Aparo & Mike DeCarlo. Cover by Brian Bolland. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #52049560
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    Batman Legends of the Dark Knight (1989) 1 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Slab: Scuffing on back of case

    Direct Edition

    Label #19-2A91623-030

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    Starts Jun 10

    The tale begins on a treacherous mountain climb to track a killer. It ends with the birth of the LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT. On his quest to apprehend the killer, Bruce Wayne meets a tribal shaman who has a lasting impact on his life, influencing him, upon his return to Gotham City, to take up the cowl of Batman. Then, strange, ritualistic murders start occurring, and a mysterious bat-like person is seen. "Shaman" is a 5-part story that examines the early days of Batman...and leads off the first new regular Batman title in years. Written by Dennis O'Neil, with art by Ed Hannigan and John Beatty. Inner cover painting by George Pratt. Deluxe format. NOTE: Outer cover has four different color variations and are not listed individually within our system. Cover price $1.50.

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    Concrete Celebrates Earth Day (1990 Dark Horse) 1 CBCS 9.2

    Paper: White

    Label #22-05A906D-012

    Starts Jun 10

    By Paul Chadwick & Charles Vess & Moebius. Cover by Paul Chadwick. On April 22, 1990, the world joined together in an effort to make the population of the Earth aware of the environmental dangers we face. As their contribution to the cause represented by Earth Day 1990, Paul Chadwick, and Dark Horse Comics have joined together to create a unique comic experience- Concrete Celebrates Earth Day. A 32 page full color comic, Concrete Celebrates Earth Day contains new stories featuring Chadwick's Harvey and Eisner award-winning character Concrete, plus stories by artists Moebius and Charles Vess, all designed to heighten our awareness of the environmental problems that threaten us all. It is a comics experience that is not to be missed. FC. Cover price $3.50.

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    Dark Horse Presents (1986) 34 CBCS 9.2

    Paper: Off white

    Label #21-22F6136-024

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    Starts Jun 10

    Cover by Chris Warner. This issue of Dark Horse's premier title features the fantastic climax of Book Two of Leopoldo Duranona's Race of Scorpions, the final episode of the current adventures of Michael Kraiger's radioactive misfit, The Zone, and a special Aliens story by Chris Warner and Randy Stradley that will kick off one of Dark Horse's most exciting projects! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.75.

  • Item #57478323
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    Dark Horse Presents (1986) 36A CBCS 9.0

    Paper: Off white to white

    Label #21-22F6136-025

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    Starts Jun 10

    Cover by Chris Warner. The most eagerly-awaited storyline begins in this month's issue of Dark Horse Presents! They are the galaxy's most deadly alien races; now, the time has come for them to meet at last! It's the Aliens and Predator together in one story! The confrontation of the century brought to you by Randy Stradley and film designer (The Abyss and Robocop II) Phillip Norwood! The story will then continue in a full-color miniseries coming out next month! Also, Paul Guinan and Anina Bennet continue the story of The Heartbreakers--beautiful and deadly clones! Plus, the further "sword and sorcery" adventures of Delia and Celia by Gary Davis! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #57740223
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    Detective Comics (1937 1st Series) 614 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-236237D-001

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    Starts Jun 10

    Cover art by Norm Breyfogle. Street Demonz starring Batman, script by Alan Grant, pencils by Norm Breyfogle, inks by Steve Mitchell; Batman helps a group of teenage boys against a motorcycle gang. 32 pgs. $1.00. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #60858409
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    Elvira Mistress of the Dark (1988 Magazine) 1D CBCS 9.0 SS Joe Jusko

    Paper: White

    Verified Signature: Joe Jusko. Direct Edition.

    Label #23-3A44982-003

    Starts Jun 10

    Direct Edition. Cover by Ernie Colon and Joe Jusko. Art by Ernie Colon and Romeo Tanghal. Adaptation of the 1988 "Elvira: Mistress of the Dark" movie. 1-shot, magazine-sized. Cover price $2.00.

  • Item #60873862
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    Published Oct 1988 by Marvel.

    Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 1D CBCS 9.8 Direct Variant

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition

    Label #21-2BC5393-027

    Starts Jun 10

    Direct Edition. Part 1 of 2 – "Warwolves of London!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. NOTE: This tale picks up after the events of Excalibur: The Sword is Drawn (1988). The world believes the mutant heroes the X-Men are dead (see Fall of the Mutants). Kitty Pryde and Nightcrawler, almost fully recovered from severe injuries sustained during the Mutant Massacre, join the psychic Rachel Summers (Phoenix II), the British superman Captain Britain and his elf lover, Meggan, to form the super team Excalibur. However, dangerous adversaries are gathering and this new group will have to learn to be a team if they are going to survive the coming days. Featuring a full page pin-up of Phoenix II on back cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Widget. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #56804237
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    Published Feb 1989 by Marvel.

    Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 5 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-289B7BE-020

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    "Send in the Clowns!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. Arcade has lured Excalibur into his trap. Now, if this burgeoning super team is going save Courtney Ross from this madman, they will have to survive the most diabolical traps ever conceived. Featuring a full page pin-up of Captain Britain on back cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #56804815
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    Tags: Inferno (part 33), X-Men
    Published Apr 1989 by Marvel.

    Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 7 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-289B7BE-022

    Starts Jun 10

    Inferno Tie-In - "Goblin Morn!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. Can the heroes of Excalibur resist the enchantment which has settle over the city of New York? Featuring a frightening homage to A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET. Also featuring a full page pin-up of Excalibur during Inferno on back cover by Alan Davis and Paul Neary. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #56805033
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    Published May 1989 by Marvel.

    Excalibur (1988 1st Series) 8 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

    Direct Edition.

    Label #21-289B7BE-023

    Starts May 13

    "Excaliburs New York Adventure!" Guest-starring the New Mutants. Jean Grey cameo. Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Ron Lim and Joe Rubinstein. In the aftermath of Inferno, the team decides to take some R&R in the Big Apple. But in light of their recent actions during the demon invasion, some members of the team have some soul-searching to do. Featuring a full page pin-up of Excalibur and King Arthur on back cover by Ron Lim and Joe Rubinstein. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: Featuring a humorous cameo by none other than Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #56705338
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    Published Jan 1988 by Marvel.

    GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 67 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #21-1D26C85-017

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    Starts Jun 10

    In "Cold Snap," the captured Joes return from Borovia; Cobra begins its Terror-Drome operation; and Storm Shadow dispenses much ninja wisdom to Billy. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Dial-Tone; Stalker; Snow-Job; Quick-Kick; Outback; Lady Jaye; Flint; Roadblock; Leatherneck; Shipwreck; Doc; Tunnel Rat; Snake-Eyes; Scarlett; Psyche-Out; Jinx; GUESTS: Storm Shadow; Billy; Blind Master; VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #58365887
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    Published Jun 1988 by Marvel.

    GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 72 CBCS 9.0 SS Larry Hama

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    Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition.

    Label #21-1981F70-005

    Starts Jun 3

    "Stiletto" finds the new Cobra agent, Star-Viper, breaking into The Pit III and stealing an experimental and expensive black box mechanism from under the Joes' noses. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Gung-Ho; Dusty; Spirit Iron-Knife; Flint; Lady Jaye; Iceberg; Mainframe; Tunnel Rat; Wildcard (1st); Skidmark (1st); Windmill (1st); VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender; Serpentor; Star-Viper (1st); Croc-Master (1st); Cobra Soldiers. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

  • Item #52195482
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    Judge Dredd (1986 Quality) 35 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #19-2A98398-058

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    Starts Jun 10

    "Nosferatu" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Ron Smith; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #432-433; part 2 of 2. Plus: "The Law According to Judge Dredd" is written by John Wagner and Alan Grant, with art by Kevin O'Neill; reprinted from 2000 AD (1977 United Kingdom) #474-475. Also: "Shok!" is by Rogan and Kevin O'Neill. Cover by Jim Fern and Mark McKenna. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #52195575
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    Law of Dredd (1989) 1 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Label #19-2a98398-072

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    Starts Jun 10

    Brian Bolland reprints Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #52050906
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    Legion (1989 1st Series) 3 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #19-2A91623-061

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    Starts Jun 10

    The universe's protectors incur the wrath of the intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo, and Dox's motives for liberating his home planet come under question. Written by Keith Giffen and Alan Grant, with art by Barry Kitson and Mike DeCarlo. Cover by Kevin Maguire and Al Gordon. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #52050905
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    Legion (1989 1st Series) 5 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade exceeds the top grade in the CGC census, 9.0.

    Paper: White

    Slab: Scuffing on back of case

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    Label #19-2A91623-063

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    Starts Jun 10

    Dox's plans for an intergalactic police force come together while the team learns more about Garryn Bek's mysterious life on Cairn. Written by Keith Giffen and Alan Grant, with art by Barry Kitson and Mark McKenna. Cover by Kevin Maguire and Al Gordon. New Format. Cover price $1.50.

  • Item #59372605
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    Lieutenant Blueberry GN (1989 Marvel/Epic) 1-1ST CBCS 9.4

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    Label #23-1912410-003

    Starts Jun 10

    Volume 1 - 1st printing. "The Iron Horse!" Written by Jean-Michel Charlier. Art by Jean "Moebius" Giraud. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $12.95.

  • Item #59372596
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    Lieutenant Blueberry GN (1989 Marvel/Epic) 2-1ST CBCS 9.0

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    Label #23-1912410-002

    Starts Jun 10

    Volume 2 - 1st printing. "Steelfingers!" Written by Jean-Michel Charlier. Art by Jean "Moebius" Giraud. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $14.95.

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    Lieutenant Blueberry GN (1989 Marvel/Epic) 3-1ST CBCS 9.6

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    Label #23-1912410-001

    Starts Jun 10

    Volume 3 - 1st printing. "General Golden Mane!" Written by Jean-Michel Charlier. Art by Jean "Moebius" Giraud. Softcover, 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., full color. Cover price $12.95.

  • Item #59052720
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 9 CBCS 9.6

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-014

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    Starts Jun 10

    Frank Miller introduction and cover Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #59052723
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 10 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-015

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    Starts Jun 10

    Frank Miller introduction and cover Cover price $1.95.

  • Item #59052293
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 11 CBCS 9.8

    This item's CBCS grade equals the top CGC census grade.

    Paper: White

    Label #21-1D3D0D2-016

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    Starts Jun 10

    Frank Miller introduction and cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052298
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 12 CBCS 9.8

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-017

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    Starts Jun 10

    Frank Miller introduction and cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052301
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 13 CBCS 9.6

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-018

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    Starts Jun 10

    Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052305
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 14 CBCS 9.6

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-019

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    Starts Jun 10

    Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052310
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 15 CBCS 8.0

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-020

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    Starts Jun 10

    Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052314
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 16 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-021

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    Starts Jun 10

    Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052320
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 17 CBCS 9.4

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-022

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    Starts Jun 10

    Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59052396
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    Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 18 CBCS 8.5

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    Label #21-1D3D0D2-023

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    Starts Jun 10

    Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

  • Item #59066105
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    Marc Spector Moon Knight (1989) 3 CBCS 9.8

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    Paper: White

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    Label #22-2FA3252-013

    Starts May 20

    Butcher's Moon - Written by Chuck Dixon. Art by Sal Velluto & Mark Farmer. Cover by Marcus McLaurin, Sal Velluto & Mark Farmer. Moon Knight's found Bushman. But the only way he's going to bring him to justice is by fighting through Bushman's army! Wait'll you see the shocking climax! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $1.50.