Auctions: comic books May 1988

Aliens (1988 Dark Horse) 1 CGC 9.0

Paper: White

Label #4350856002

1st printing - Written by Mark Verheiden. Art and cover by Mark A. Nelson. In deep space, a salvage crew is attacked by seemingly unstoppable monsters. The marines are called in, but they need someone with experience. Soon Hicks (the horribly scarred survivor from Aliens) and Newt (now almost eighteen) find themselves on a mission to locate and destroy the Aliens' homeworld! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

Aliens (1988 Dark Horse) 1 FN+ 6.5

1st printing - Written by Mark Verheiden. Art and cover by Mark A. Nelson. In deep space, a salvage crew is attacked by seemingly unstoppable monsters. The marines are called in, but they need someone with experience. Soon Hicks (the horribly scarred survivor from Aliens) and Newt (now almost eighteen) find themselves on a mission to locate and destroy the Aliens' homeworld! 32 pages, B&W. Cover price $1.95.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300D CGC 9.6 Direct Variant

Paper: White

Label #4305372001

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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.

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

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-3BB47DB-002

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.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300D VF- 7.5 Direct Variant

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.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300D FN- 5.5 Direct Variant

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.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300D CGC 5.5 Direct Variant

Paper: Off white to white

Label #4402527008

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.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300N CGC 9.4 Newsstand Variant

Paper: White

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4360484001

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Newsstand 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.

Amazing Spider-Man (1963 1st Series) 300N CGC 6.5 Newsstand Variant

Paper: Off white to white

Slab: Minor side/edge crack(s)

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4212665002

Newsstand 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.

GI Joe (1982 Marvel) 71 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Slab: See item notes

Newsstand Edition. Severe front/back scuff(s).

Label #4349351015

In "Bailout," the Joes and Dreadnoks team up to get out of Sierra Gordo. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Wild Bill; Maverick; Crazylegs; VILLAINS: Destro; Zarana; Dreadnoks; Iron Grenadier. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod. Cover price $1.00.

Incredible Hulk (1962 Marvel 1st Series) 343 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Label #4385887012

"Beyond Redemption." Story by Peter David. Art by Todd McFarlane. Bruce, Rick, and Quartermain stumble upon Banner's estranged wife, Betty. Problem is she is being pursued by giant killer androids. Boy, this sure would be a good time for one of Banner's signature transformations. Plus, witness the ultimate fate of Craig Sanders and Samuel John LaRoquette the former Hulkbusters. 32 pages. Cover price $0.75.

Lone Wolf and Cub (1987 First) 13 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Label #21-1D3D0D2-018

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Bill Sienkiewicz cover Cover price $2.50.

Silver Surfer (1987 2nd Series) 11 CBCS 9.6

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #22-2D0A2F1-029

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"Nova!" Story by Steve Englehart. Art by Joe Staton and Joe Rubinstein. Even though the Heralds of Galactus are imbued with the Power Cosmic, the Silver Surfer teaches Nova (Frankie Ray) the universe is still a very dangerous place. Hopefully Nova will listen to Norrin Radd's council as they've been charged with finding the Contemplator, the last Elder of the Universe. 32 pages. Cover price $1.00.

Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987) 5 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4389429022

An anthology series exploring the Turtles world, published in alternate months with the original TMNT title. Complete Carnage and Radical. The superpowered beings Complete Carnage and Radical return, and that means trouble for the Turtles. Story by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird; art by Jim Lawson. Black and white; 40 pages. Wraparound cover by Ryan Brown. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987) 5 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4389429023

An anthology series exploring the Turtles world, published in alternate months with the original TMNT title. Complete Carnage and Radical. The superpowered beings Complete Carnage and Radical return, and that means trouble for the Turtles. Story by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird; art by Jim Lawson. Black and white; 40 pages. Wraparound cover by Ryan Brown. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987) 5 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4389429024

An anthology series exploring the Turtles world, published in alternate months with the original TMNT title. Complete Carnage and Radical. The superpowered beings Complete Carnage and Radical return, and that means trouble for the Turtles. Story by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird; art by Jim Lawson. Black and white; 40 pages. Wraparound cover by Ryan Brown. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987) 5 CGC 9.4

Paper: White

Label #4389429020

An anthology series exploring the Turtles world, published in alternate months with the original TMNT title. Complete Carnage and Radical. The superpowered beings Complete Carnage and Radical return, and that means trouble for the Turtles. Story by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird; art by Jim Lawson. Black and white; 40 pages. Wraparound cover by Ryan Brown. Cover price $1.50. Cover price $1.50.

Thor (1962 Marvel 1st Series Journey Into Mystery) 391 CGC 7.0

Paper: White

Label #4162936007

1st appearance of Eric Masterson - Cover pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Brett Breeding. "The Madness of Mongoose," script by Tom DeFalco, pencils by Ron Frenz, inks by Brett Breeding; In New York, Sigurd Jarlson looks up his old boss Jerry to see about work; Onsite, he is attacked by the Mongoose, who is sent by an unknown master; With Spider-Mans help, they drive him off, but during the battle, Eric Masterson is hurt badly; Before escaping, the Mongoose knocks out the support pillars, but Thor manages to support the entire building while Spider-Man braces it so it wont collapse; In Asgard, the Grand Vizier sends Hogun across the dimensional rift to Earth to learn the fate of Thor. First appearance of Eric Masterson. Brief appearances by Balder, Hogun, Fandral, and Volstagg. 36 pgs., full color. $0.75. Cover price $0.75.