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High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2012.4.28 (DAREDEVIL BATTLES HITLER #1 CGC 9.4)

DAREDEVIL BATTLES HITLER #1 CGC 9.4 Near Mint Cond Off-White to White Pages 1941 

Sold For: $30,000.00 Seller: pastpresentfuturecomics (1542)

Description:

Heritage in February 2012 sold a exact copy in CGC graded 9.4 & same page quality for almost $39,000 !
ComicConnect sold a 9.4 with cream/off-white pages on April 18th 2012 for over $32,000 !

Released in July of 1941 by Lev Gleason Publications.
OFF-WHITE and WHITE Pages and in NEAR MINT Condition.
Daredevil battles the Claw and Hitler.
Title becomes "Daredevil Comics".
Silver Streak appearance. Hitler Cover.
Written and Interior Art Bob Davis.

Cover Art by Bob Wood and Charles Biro.
CGC Serial Number… 0005294001

The Book:

High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2012.4.14 (Whiz #2)

Whiz Comics #2 (#1) CGC Apparent NM- 9.2 Extensive (P) Off-white to white pages 

Sold For:$11,250.00 Seller: newforcecomics ( 5036)

Description:

Whiz Comics #2 (#1) (Fawcett, 1940) CGC Apparent NM- 9.2 Extensive (P) Off-white to white pages. This is the only restored copy graded above 8.0, and the highest-graded unrestored copy is 8.5. A very significant book, this is the origin and first appearance of Captain Marvel, who soon would become the bestselling superhero on the stands, bar none (that's right Superman, we said bar none). This is also the first Fawcett comic book to hit newsstands, and it's got the first appearances of Dr. Sivana, Golden Arrow, Dan Dare, Lance O'Casey, Spy Smasher and Ibis (a couple of whom later starred in their own titles). C. C. Beck cover and art.
CGC notes, "Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cover cleaned, interior lightened, reinforced." Overstreet 2011 GD 2.0 value = $7,100; VG 4.0 value = $14,200; FN 6.0 value = $21,300; VF 8.0 value = $42,000; VF/NM 9.0 value = $71,000; NM- 9.2 value = $100,000.

The Book:

High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2012.4.7 (Suspense #3)

Suspense Comics #3 CGC 6.5 SCARCE Classic Schomburg Bondage Cover Continental' 

Sold For: $24,977.00 Seller: sparklecitycomics ( 44372 )

Description:

Suspense Comics #3 CGC 6.5 SCARCE Classic Schomburg Bondage Cover Continental'

Suspense Comics #3 is one of the most desirable comics of the golden age. The cover is arguably Schomburg's best and due to both its scarcity and cover art, Suspense Comics #3 is at the top of just about every golden age collector's list. The biggest problem is finding a copy. This amazing copy is one just about the best that can be acquired. There are just 2 copies that have graded higher with the highest being a lone 8.0 and just a single coipy one notch down at 7.5. It is doubtful that either of those copies will be available anytime soon. Serial number 0013021002. Very small piece of tape on centerfold at staple.

The Book:

High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2012.3.3 (Detective Comics #27)

Detective Comics #27 CGC 1.8 OW/W 1st appearance BATMAN Bob Kane DC Golden Age 
Sold For:$116,100.00 Seller: sparklecitycomics ( 44139 )

Description:

Detective Comics #27 CGC 1.8 OW/W 1st appearance BATMAN Bob Kane DC Golden Age

Detective Comics #27 which introduced Batman to the world is easily the 2nd most desirable comic ever printed. With Batman's longevity, increased demand and popularity as compared with Superman in recent years, it appears that the gap in both price and importance has be closing between Detective #27 and Action #1. There are only 27 unrestored copies of this MEGA KEY golden age 1st appearance that have been certified in 12 years of CGC's existence. Of those 27 copies, only 4 examples fall in the "relatively affordable" grade range of 1.5 and 2.5. This example is one of those 4. The eye appeal and color strike are more beautiful than the assigned grade. Part of the reason for the beautiful page quality and appearance, is the fact that this example was stored in a box for 65 years in a cool climate. Its a rare opportunity to buy a fresh to market book of this caliber. This auction is NO RESERVE.

The Book:

ACTION COMICS #1 CGC 7.0, The Highest Price Ever Paid for a Comic on eBay

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A new record:

ACTION COMICS #1 CGC 7.0 1st Superman Holy Grail DC Golden Age | eBay.

High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2012.1.14 (Batman #1)

Batman 1 CGC 5.0 EP Golden Age

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

See additional photos below

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.

Payment: Paypal or pay on pickup.

The Book:

High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2012.01.07 (Action #3)

ACTION COMICS #3 >> CGC 1.8 << XTR RARE 1ST PRINT 1938

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).

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High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2011.12.17 (Marvel Mystery Annual nn)

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

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:

High Value eBay Comics Auction For the Week Ending 2011.11.29 (Detective 31)

DETECTIVE COMICS 31 CGC 3.0 PRE ROBIN DETECTIVE UNRESTORED

Sold For: $19,995.00 Seller: oscargoldenageman ( 582 )

Description:

OUTSTANDING PRE ROBIN DETECTIVE CGC 3.0 BLUE CGC UNRESTORED LABEL CREAM TO OFF WHITE PAGES CGC NOTES SMALL AMOUNT OF DRIED GLUE ON SPINE OF COVER, SMALL AMOUNT OF TAPE ON COVER. THE WHITES ON THIS COVER ARE NOT FOR BELIEVING THEY ARE USUALLY DIRTY BUT THATS NOT THE CASE HERE .THIS BOOK IS ONE OF THE GREATEST COVERS OF ALL TIME IF NOT THE GREATEST. IF YOU HAVE LOW FEEDBACK PLEASE CONTACT ME PRIOR TO BIDDING. SHIPPING WILL BE DETERTERMINED AT AUCTIONS CLOSE PLEASE CHECK MY FEEDBACK AND BID IN CONFIDENCE THANKS

The Book:

Five for Friday (Detective Comics 1, 29, 31, 35, Marvel Mystery Comics #3 Larson)

All Sparkle City this week.

Detective Comics #31 CGC 4.0 All-time Classic Cover 3rd Batman Cover OW/WHITE

Classic Cover indeed. One of the best covers of all time, without question.

Detective Comics #35 CGC 4.0 Classic Hypodermic Needle Bondage Cover Batman DC

What an intense run 27-40 is. Key books everywhere, classic covers everywhere… The best collectible run, in my opinion.

Marvel Mystery Comics 3 CGC 9.0 Highest Graded Larson Copy OW/WHITE Timely

Just to break up the Detectives…

Detective Comics #29 CGC 4.5 2nd Batman Cover 1st Dr. Death DC Golden Age

3rd Batman. No big deal.

Detective Comics #1 CGC 3.0 SCARCE KEY DC Golden Age Schuster & Flessel Art

Who doesn't love this cover?