Sold For: 9,500.00 Seller: kens0016 (private)

Description:

Batman 1 – Spring 1940 5.0 Extensive Professional with cream to off white pages 1st appearance of the Joker and Catwoman. Hugo Strange appearance. Batman & Robin pin-up on back cover. Bill Finger Story Bob Cane & Jerry Robinson cover & art

Serial #0186158001

Restoration – color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cleaned, reinforced. (Married last page)

Overall comic has deep bright colors with sharp corners. No ink or pencil marks on exterior or interior of comic. Front cover has one small vein crease near bottom middle of comic as detected in light. Back cover has a small vein crease near the middle of Robins outside cape and a larger vein crease near Robins foot bottom corner. Both of these vein creases are only visible in light. No rust on staples. No tape on exterior or interior of book. Book is complete.
*Non color break creases are only visible in direct light while holding book on an angle.

*Comic notes from CGC front cover a few non color break creases in bottom right corner and in Batman's cape. One non color break crease near middle edge of back cover. These creases are minimal and do not effect the look of the book. The creases can be pressed out and would most likely increase the grade but no guarantee.
CGC case is flawless and includes plastic case bag. Comic was graded in December 2011

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Free Shipping: USPS Registered Priority + Signature Confirmation + Insured or pickup is available.
Comic will be boxed and then placed in a larger oversize box with plenty of bubble wrap.

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The Book:

Sold For:$12,995.00 Seller: mr-mxyztplk ( 366 )

Description:

ACTION COMICS #3

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CGC *1.8* (1938)

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ACTION COMICS is the ground-breaking comic book series that, starting with Issue #1 (Summer 1938), introduced us to SUPERMAN, the FIRST major comic book “Super-Hero” character as the term is popularly defined today.

This auction features an original first print of ACTION COMICS #3, published in pre-WWII August 1938, still in remarkable condition after 72+ YEARS– In what is just his THIRD appearance EVER, the now legendary SUPERMAN, the first true comic book “Super-Hero,” would eventually go on to become a world-renown American pop culture icon.

An invaluable piece of comic book history, the present ACTION COMICS #3, was published one full year before the now equally legendary debut of the Man of Steel’s standalone series, “SUPERMAN” (DC 1939).

The Book:

Sold For: $31,100.00 Seller: sparklecitycomics (43783)

Description:

DECEMBER OLD GOLD AUCTION

A wide array of rare and high grade CGCs from 1934 to 1943. Original Owner comics will refer to the original collection in the subtitle. This Auction will consist of 2 sessions and will last 10 days, Part I Thursday December 1st to Sunday 11th, Part II will post Saturday December 3rd To Tuesday December 13th .

Have fun bidding and good luck in the auction.

Marvel Mystery Annual #nn CGC 6.5 SINGLE HIGHEST GRADED Timely Human Torch

This offering is one of true rarity and is a Gerber "10" for scarcity. Less than 10 copies of this 128 page Timely Annual issued in Canada are believed to exist. This is the SINGLE HIGHEST GRADCED COPY on the census and comes fresh from the Quebec Collection. Some minor wear near the upper left corner of the back cover and a faint crease near that spine that is only noticeable at the right angle keep the technical grade lower. This example looks VF dead on and has such a pretty spine. We doubt a nicer copy exists anywhere known or not. Pages are supple and smell fresh and the covers are still glossy. This rare gem should bring a multiple of guide and will most likely be coveted by most high grade Timely collectors. Auction Estimate: $65,000+

The Book:

Sold For: $14,000.00 Seller: ad7813(25)

Description:

The Incredible Hulk #1 (Marvel, 1962) CGC VF- 7.5 Off-white to white pages. It's one of the hardest issues to find in high grade among the early Marvel Age keys. And key it is, with the origin and first appearance of the Hulk, and first appearances of Rick Jones, Betty Ross, and Thunderbolt Ross. The Jack Kirby cover and those cover text balloons are legend! Kirby also handled the interior art for this premiere issue.

The Book:

Sold For: $107,300.00 Seller: sparklecitycomics (43450)

Description:

THE SAGINAW COLLECTION

Hailing from Saginaw Michigan, this original owner collections features complete runs of most major Marvel Titles in astonishing condition. Once collectors get their hands on these ultra high grade books, they will be amazed by the vivid deep colors on the covers and the white interior pages. When we first held these books, it became clear that this is what silver age marvels looked like the day they hit the newsstand. A young man bought everyone of these stunning comics from the same newsstand from 14 years old to 35 years old any read them once carefully and placed them inside plastic in groups of 10 and wrapped them tight. We had the honor of being the ones to open them this year. These early Marvels have not seen the light of day for almost 50 years. Unlike some of the other great Silver Age pedigree collections, the Saginaw collection will be offered on EBAY exclusively with No Reserve.

Amazing Fantasy #15 CGC 8.5 White Origin & 1st Amazing Spider-Man KEY HIGH GRADE

Hold on to your seats, we have a stunning fresh to market Saginaw copy of the Holy Grail of silver age comics, Amazing Fantasy #15. The deep and bold colors and gloss will simply blow you away. Remember, this copy has been sealed away from light since the 1960s and not taken out even once. The pages are BONE WHITE and the overall structure is in the near mint range. Some very minor, tiny stress lines and a light crease near the bottom edge are what pull this copy down just a bit. Bidding is sure to be fast and furious on this original owner beast. Origin and 1st appearance of Spider-Man (Peter Parker). 1st appearance of Uncle Ben and Aunt May. Stan Lee story. Steve Ditko art. Jack Kirby cover. Serial number 1054830001

The Book:

Sold For:$38,100.00 Seller: sparklecitycomics (43404)

Description:

Hailing from Saginaw Michigan, this original owner collections features complete runs of most major Marvel Titles in astonishing condition. Once collectors get their hands on these ultra high grade books, they will be amazed by the vivid deep colors on the covers and the white interior pages. When we first held these books, it became clear that this is what silver age marvels looked like the day they hit the newsstand. A young man bought everyone of these stunning comics from the same newsstand from 14 years old to 35 years old any read them once carefully and placed them inside plastic in groups of 10 and wrapped them tight. We had the honor of being the ones to open them this year. These early Marvels have not seen the light of day for almost 50 years. Unlike some of the other great Silver Age pedigree collections, the Saginaw collection will be offered on EBAY exclusively with No Reserve.

Avengers #4 CGC 9.6 *HIGHEST GRADED* 1st SA Captain America Marvel Silver Age

Highest Graded copy of the1st Silver Age appearance of Captain America. If not for a small drop of color loss in the lower left corner this smoker may have been a 9.8. Simply beautiful and a book you can stare at all day. CGC gave this example a Cream to Off-White designation but when we looked at the interior pages they seemed to be completely off-white. Regardless, this is a rare chance to get an original owner highest graded copy of this Key issue. Sub-Mariner appearance. Stan Lee story. Jack Kirby and George Roussos cover and art. Serial number 1053545003

The Book:

Sold For:$48,201.00 Seller: sparklecitycomics ( 43353 )

Description:

THE SAGINAW COLLECTION

Hailing from Saginaw Michigan, this original owner collections features complete runs of most major Marvel Titles in astonishing condition. Once collectors get their hands on these ultra high grade books, they will be amazed by the vivid deep colors on the covers and the white interior pages. When we first held these books, it became clear that this is what silver age marvels looked like the day they hit the newsstand. A young man bought everyone of these stunning comics from the same newsstand from 14 years old to 35 years old any read them once carefully and placed them inside plastic in groups of 10 and wrapped them tight. We had the honor of being the ones to open them this year. These early Marvels have not seen the light of day for almost 50 years. Unlike some of the other great Silver Age pedigree collections, the Saginaw collection will be offered on EBAY exclusively with No Reserve.

Fantastic Four #12 CGC 9.4 1st Meeting Hulk/Thing 2nd HIGHEST OW/WHITE

Check this one out. Only 1 copy grades higher than this monster example of the landmark 1st meeting of the Hulk and the Thing. We are not sure why this beautiful copy with vivid colors and razor sharp edges only got a 9.4, we are struggling to find a visible defect anywhere. Featuring off-white to white pages and a flawless spine, someone will walk away with possibly the 2nd best certified copy. Stan Lee story. Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art. Serial number 1053526004

The Book:

FRANK MILLER Original RONIN #1 Artwork The BLOODSWORD No Reserve

Bad-ass page? Sure thing.

X-men #138 page 18 by John Byrne and Terry Austin

I'm too lazy to go through, but is this the same seller as the previous page from 138 or is it just a coincidence/copycat thing?

Alan Moore, David Lloyd V for Vendetta page. NR!!

People dig this book, in case you didn't know.

Batman #608 RRP Retailer Variant CGC 9.8 NM/MT WP RARE

I love posting this book to shock and awe the old timers.

Whiz Comics #25 CGC 6.5

GREAT COVER.

FANTASTIC FOUR #45 CGC NM (9.4) WHITE—WHITE MTN PED.

Is this another opportunity for me to offer big $$ for any White Mountain Daredevils? Yes it is. I love White Mountain books.

Michael Turner Witchblade 13 pg 17 Original Art Aspen

For some folks this was a defining run in the 1990s.

Marvel Team-up #128 Title Page Spider-Man Original Art

I just dig this image. Very cool.

Sam Kieth – Original Art for Marvel Comics Presents #92

This run was a big deal back in the day. It's not for everyone but I'm a fan of the art on this series.

Travis Charest original Captain America drawing

TRAVIS!

Twin Cities Books

The Atom #3 Twin Cities pedigree (DC, 1962) CGC NM 9.4

If you've read any of these you know of my affinity for green covers.

Wonder Woman #178 Twin Cities pedigree (DC, 1968) CGC NM+ 9.6

Green psychedelic covers? Where do those sit on my personal scale? Pretty damn high.

The Avengers #57 Twin Cities pedigree (Marvel, 1968) CGC NM/MT 9.8

I'm cool with this book. It's got a lot going for it. The Vision is a cool character (he's one of "my" Avengers,) the Spectre homage is cool and who doesn't love the Avengers?

Batman #200 Twin Cities pedigree (DC, 1968) CGC NM/MT 9.8

This is a dopey cover AND I LOVE IT.

Batman #227 Twin Cities pedigree (DC, 1970) CGC NM/MT 9.8

This is the complete opposite of a dopey cover. CLEARLY.

Silver Age

Action Comics #252 (DC, 1959) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Cream to off-white pages

A fun book to me.

Adventure Comics #247 (DC, 1958) CGC VF/NM 9.0 Off-white to white pages

I want this to be a hot book. I don't know why.

The Amazing Spider-Man #28 (Marvel, 1965) CGC NM+ 9.6 Off-white pages

What's the value here? We saw $15,000 for Pacific Coast 3-4 years ago. This book boggles my (non-Spider-Man collecting) mind.

The Amazing Spider-Man #50 (Marvel, 1967) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages

Here's a Spider-man book I'd actually want to own although at the price this will get, I'm not sure I'd want to pony up for this one.

Detective Comics #327 (DC, 1964) CGC NM/MT 9.8 White pages

Look at this thing:

The Flash #105 (DC, 1959) CGC NM 9.4

I don't know why I've never actively collected Flash books. I've always been focusing on something else I guess. Great book.

Showcase #4 The Flash – Bethlehem pedigree (DC, 1956) CGC VF/NM 9.0

There it is, one of my favorite books ever.

Stay tuned, hopefully I'll find time for Part 2 and 3 before this auction goes off.