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Marvel Comics Group · The Amazing Spider-Man #37 · June 1966 · $0.12 · 20 pages

Grade: F- 5.5

Edited by Stan Lee.
Cover by Steve Ditko and lettering by Sam Rosen.

Spider-Man faces off against a robotic menace in this Steve Ditko-illustrated adventure featuring Norman Osborn and the Green Goblin. The story showcases Ditko's distinctive angular character designs and dynamic action sequences that defined the early Amazing Spider-Man run.

Part of Steve Ditko's original Amazing Spider-Man run before his departure from the series, representing the classic era of Spider-Man storytelling that established the character's visual

Whitman Publishing · Flash Gordon #30 · October 1978 · $0.50 · 32 pages · Irregular

Grade: VF+ 8.5

Cover artist uncredited.

Flash Gordon adventures featuring underwater perils and encounters with marine life. The story follows Gordon navigating troubled waters in what appears to be another chapter of his ongoing cosmic adventures, this time taking him beneath the waves for aquatic action and oceanic dangers.

Part of Whitman's irregularly published Flash Gordon series that brought the classic space hero to Bronze Age comic racks with original adventures beyond the newspaper strips.

Condition VF+ 8.5 — Near perfection. One or two tiny ticks away from NM. A stunning addition to any high-grade run.. Noting: minor spine stress at the top edge with light corner wear on the upper right front cover. <

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EC Comics · The Vault of Horror #17 · February-March 1951 · $0.10 · 36 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: F+ 6.5

Edited by Al Feldstein. Indicia publisher: Entertaining Comics Group.
Cover by Johnny Craig.

Classic EC horror anthology featuring the three iconic horror hosts — The Vault-Keeper, The Old Witch, and The Crypt-Keeper — who would become synonymous with EC's twisted tales of terror. This February-March 1951 issue delivers the publisher's signature blend of supernatural dread and dark humor that made EC the definitive name in horror comics.

Early issue from EC's horror heyday, when the publisher was defining the visual language and storytelling approach that would influence horror comics for decades to come.

Condition F+ 6.5 — A real beauty. Only the most minor flaws prevent this from hitting the VF tier. Exceptional eye appeal.. Noting: minor corner wear at bottom right corner with light spine stress along spine edge. <

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Charlton Comics · Unusual Tales #6 · June 1956 · $0.10 · 36 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: VG+ 4.5

Indicia publisher: Charlton Comics Group.

Horror anthology headlined by a sabre-toothed tiger story that dominates the cover imagery. The issue contains the typical Charlton mix of supernatural tales and monster stories that defined their horror line during the early Comics Code Authority period.

Beyond the stories, the issue includes $3.67 worth of vintage coupons and advertises a reader contest, while the back cover hawks a 150-piece Civil War soldiers toy set for $1.49.

Part of Charlton's early horror output under the newly established Comics Code Authority, representing the publisher's adaptation to the post-Wertham comic book landscape.

Condition VG+ 4.5 — Better than your average VG. Crisp enough to make you look twice, with only minor handling marks.. Noting: light spine wear along the left edge and minor corner blunting on the upper right, with Comics Code Authority approval stamp present and back cover Civil War toy advertisement intact. <

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DC Comics · Weird Western Tales #25 · December 1974 · $0.20 · 36 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: VF/NM 9.0

Edited by Joe Orlando. Indicia publisher: National Periodical Publications.
Cover by Luis Dominguez.

Jonah Hex faces supernatural Western adventures in this anthology mixing gunfighter action with ghostly elements. The cover promises quicksand peril with a spectral warning, typical of the series' blend of traditional Western themes with horror overtones. Luis Dominguez handles both cover and interior art duties, delivering his distinctive take on the scarred bounty hunter's Bronze Age adventures.

Part of the early Jonah Hex appearances that established the character before his 1977 solo series launch, making these Weird Western Tales issues essential for completists following his Bronze Age development.

Condition VF/NM 9.0 — Breathtaking. Only the most minuscule flaws detectable under a bright light. Pure collector gold.. Noting: High grade copy.Clean, High grade copy. Part of DC's weird western anthology series featuring Jonah Hex during his early Bronze Age appearances., Clean, High grade copy..

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Quality Comics Group · Crack Western #75 · November 1950 · $0.10 · 36 pages

Grade: VG 4.0

Cover artist uncredited.

Story details for this specific issue are not verified in our records. This 36-page western anthology from Quality Comics Group's monthly line delivered frontier action at the standard dime cover price during the Golden Age peak.

Quality Comics Group maintained a solid reputation for their western titles during this era, with Crack Western running as a monthly anthology series through the early 1950s.

Condition VG 4.0 — Professional grade for the savvy collector. Shows honest wear, but no major distractions. A great shelf copy.. Noting: color-breaking crease on the bottom right front cover with minor edge wear along the spine. <

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Dell Comics · John Carter of Mars #437 · 1952 · $0.10 · 36 pages · Monthly

Grade: VG+ 4.5

Indicia publisher: Dell Publishing Co., Inc.
Cover artist uncredited.

Dell's adaptation brings Edgar Rice Burroughs' warrior John Carter and the Martian princess Dejah Thoris to comics during the early 1950s sci-fi boom. The story follows Carter's adventures on the red planet, navigating the complex politics and deadly landscapes of Barsoom alongside his royal companion.

Part of Dell's Four Color series that brought literary properties to comics, adapting Burroughs' popular Mars novels during their height of cultural influence in the early 1950s.

Condition VG+ 4.5 — Better than your average VG. Crisp enough to make you look twice, with only minor handling marks.. Noting: multiple spine stress lines along the left edge with corner wear on the upper right front cover, plus general edge wear throughout the perimeter. <

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Marvel Comics · West Coast Avengers #5 · February 1986 · $0.75 · 22 pages

Grade: VF 8.0

Edited by Mark Gruenwald. Indicia publisher: Marvel Comics Group.
Cover by Mike Sutton and Al Milgrom.

The West Coast Avengers — Tigra, Iron Man, Hawkeye, Wonder Man, and Mockingbird — face off against the Werewolf by Night in a supernatural encounter that tests the team's ability to distinguish friend from foe. The lycanthropic confrontation forces the Avengers to deal with a creature whose nature shifts between man and monster, creating moral complications alongside the physical threat. Written by Steve Englehart and illustrated by Mike Sutton and Al Milgrom with inks by the legendary Joe Sinnott.

Early issue from the West Coast team's solo run, featuring one of Marvel's classic horror characters crossing into the superhero sphere during the mid-80s expansion of the Avengers franchise.

Condition VF 8.0 — A cornerstone copy. Flat, glossy, and appears unread at first glance. Minimal spine stress.. Noting: signed by Joe Sinnott at Pittsburgh Comic Con 2011, with the legendary Marvel inker whose work defined the Silver Age Fantastic Four and Thor runs. <

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Marvel Comics · Amazing Adult Fantasy #12 · May 1962 · $0.12 · 32 pages · Monthly

Grade: F- 5.5

Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Non-Pareil Publishing Corp.
Cover by Steve Ditko.

Fantasy anthology featuring multiple stories penciled by Steve Ditko, showcasing his distinctive linework and storytelling approach that would soon define the Marvel Age. The stories blend supernatural elements with psychological twists, typical of the fantasy anthologies that bridged Marvel's monster era into their superhero revolution.

The final issue before the title became Amazing Fantasy, making this a key transitional book in Marvel's pre-superhero publishing history.

Condition F- 5.5 — Nearly sharp. A few tiny spine ticks and slight corner wear, but otherwise a very attractive specimen.. Noting: spine stress throughout the spine edge with light color breaking. <

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Charlton Comics · Ghostly Tales #112 · December 1974 · $0.25 · 32 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: FN 6.0

Edited by George Wildman. Indicia publisher: Charlton Publications.
Cover artist uncredited.

This issue contains multiple horror anthology stories in Charlton's house style, though specific story details and creator credits for the interior contents are not available in our records for this particular issue.

Part of Charlton's long-running horror anthology series that showcased atmospheric supernatural tales throughout the Bronze Age.

Condition FN 6.0 — The Picto standard for quality. Sharp corners, bright colors, and a flat spine. Just a touch of handling.. Noting: minor spine stress near the bottom with creasing on the bottom right corner. <

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Magazine Enterprises · A-1 Comics #2 · $0.10

Grade: VG- 3.5

A-1 Comics presented anthology stories spanning multiple genres in Magazine Enterprises' distinctive house style. Without access to verified story contents for this specific issue, we're focusing on what we know: this is early A-1 material from the classic 10-cent era, representing Magazine Enterprises' approach to anthology storytelling during the Golden Age.

Magazine Enterprises built their reputation on genre-hopping anthology titles, and the early A-1 Comics issues capture that experimental spirit from the publisher's formative years.

Condition VG- 3.5 — A classic reader. Some handling wear and stress, but the colors still pop and the structure is solid.. Noting: color breaking along the spine and top edge, diagonal crease visible in the bottom right corner of the front cover, and general edge wear consistent with handling. <

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Marvel Comics · The Invincible Iron Man #15 · July 1969 · $0.12 · 20 pages

Grade: VF 8.0

Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Marvel Comics Group.
Cover by George Tuska and Johnny Craig with lettering by Sam Rosen.

“The Unicorn and the Red Ghost In Battle Again!” (20 pages), written by Archie Goodwin and illustrated by George Tuska with inks by Johnny Craig — Iron Man faces off against the combined threat of the Unicorn and the Red Ghost, who brings his Super-Apes into the fray. The story delivers dynamic action sequences as Tony Stark's armored alter ego battles multiple powered opponents across aerial and ground combat scenarios, with the villains coordinating their attacks to overwhelm the golden avenger.

The second team-up of the Unicorn and Red Ghost, building on their previous alliance while showcasing George Tuska's dynamic Iron Man artwork during his key run on the title.

Condition VF 8.0 — A cornerstone copy. Flat, glossy, and appears unread at first glance. Minimal spine stress.. Noting: Clean high grade copy..

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Marvel Comics Group · Doctor Strange #22 · April 1977 · $0.30 · 17 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: VF 8.0

Edited by Archie Goodwin.
Cover by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer.

Signed by legendary Filipino artist Rudy Nebres at Pittsburgh Comic Con in April 2006 — signature appears on the bottom margin of the first page. Nebres was a master inker known for his incredibly detailed work on Conan, The Savage Sword of Conan, and Warren magazines throughout the 1970s and 1980s. His signature adds significant collectible value to this Bronze Age Marvel.

Part of the acclaimed mid-1970s Doctor Strange run under Archie Goodwin's editorship, when the title found its groove balancing mystical adventures with strong visual storytelling.

Condition VF 8.0 — A cornerstone copy. Flat, glossy, and appears unread at first glance. Minimal spine stress.. Noting: minor spine stress lines with light corner wear to upper left front cover. <

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Columbia Comics Group · Big Shot Comics #86 · February 1948 · $0.10 · 52 pages

Grade: VG 4.0

Cover artist unknown.

This Valentine's Day themed anthology brings together Columbia's stable of humor characters for romantic storylines. Joe Palooka, the gentle heavyweight boxer, headlines alongside the super-powered Sparky Watts and the crime-fighting Face in stories tailored to the February holiday theme.

Dixie Dugan and Slap Happy round out the 52-page package, each feature getting the romantic treatment typical of Columbia's seasonal approach to their anthology titles during this period.

Big Shot Comics served as Columbia's flagship anthology throughout the 1940s, showcasing their most popular characters in a single monthly package that offered solid value at the original dime cover price.

Condition VG 4.0 — Professional grade for the savvy collector. Shows honest wear, but no major distractions. A great shelf copy.. Noting: spine roll present with edge soiling and general wear consistent with Golden Age comics. < <

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Archie Publications · Pep Comics #95 · January 1953 · $0.10 · 52 pages

Grade: FN 6.0

Edited by Harry Shorten. Indicia publisher: Archie Comic Publications, Inc.

Classic Archie humor anthology featuring the core Riverdale gang — Archie Andrews, Betty Cooper, Veronica Lodge, and Reggie Mantle — in the multiple short stories that defined the series during its Atlas Era peak. At 52 pages for a dime, readers got a full spread of teenage hijinks, romantic complications, and the timeless character dynamics that made Archie a cultural institution.

From the heart of Shorten's editorial tenure, when Pep Comics was delivering consistent monthly humor that helped establish Archie as the definitive American teen comic.

Condition FN 6.0 — The Picto standard for quality. Sharp corners, bright colors, and a flat spine. Just a touch of handling.. Noting: spine stress with minor color breaking along the stress lines, light edge wear at corners, and minor surface soiling on cover. <

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DC Comics · Wonder Woman #79 · January 1956 · $0.10 · 32 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: GD+ 2.5

Edited by Robert Kanigher. Indicia publisher: National Periodical Publications.
Cover by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito.

“The Amazon Flea Circus!” finds Wonder Woman reduced to miniature size and facing off against a gigantic villain in one of the classic shrinking storylines that became a DC Comics staple throughout the 1950s. Art by Ross Andru and Mike Esposito brings their distinctive team style to both the cover and interior pages.

Features the classic shrinking storyline theme that became popular across DC's superhero line during the mid-1950s, representing the shift toward science fiction concepts that would define the Silver Age.

Condition GD+ 2.5 — Above average Good. Significant wear but slightly better than a straight GD. Presentable space filler.. Noting: color breaking along spine and cover edges with corner wear on all four corners and light soiling throughout the cover surface. <

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Marvel Comics · Sub-Mariner Comics #13 · Spring 1944 · $0.10 · 52 pages · Quarterly

Grade: [GRADE PLACEHOLDER]

Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Male Publishing Corp.
Cover by Alex Schomburg.

Sub-Mariner leads the issue with Schomburg handling both cover and interior pencil work — his dynamic linework bringing the underwater monarch's battles to vivid life across the pages.

The Angel rounds out the book with an 8-page backup feature, as prominently advertised on the cover. Both characters represent the core of Marvel's Golden Age superhero stable during the war years.

Schomburg's dual role as cover artist and interior penciler makes this a standout example of his work across both formats in a single issue.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with color-breaking spine wear with multiple stress lines and edge wear along all borders, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Fawcett Publications · Bulletman #4 · March 1941 · $0.10 · 68 pages · Quarterly

Grade: F+ 6.5

Indicia publisher: Fawcett Publications, Inc.
Cover artist unknown.

Bulletman and Bulletgirl face off against the Headless Horror in the lead story, as advertised on the cover. The duo uses their gravity-defying helmets and bulletproof bodies to tackle this supernatural menace across 68 pages of early 1940s superhero action.

Fourth issue of Fawcett's quarterly superhero series, published during the company's peak as a Marvel Family powerhouse alongside Captain Marvel and the Marvel Family books.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] — The Picto standard. Sharp corners, bright colors, with just a touch of honest handling. Noting: small tears and stress marks visible along edges, edge wear along spine. Complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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King Comics · Mandrake the Magician #1 · September 1966 · $0.12 · 32 pages

Grade: FN 6.0

Indicia publisher: King Features Syndicate.

Mandrake faces off against The Toymaker, a villain wielding strange mechanical devices against the master magician's hypnotic powers. Lothar stands ready to assist as Mandrake navigates the peculiar threats posed by his toy-obsessed adversary in this Silver Age adaptation of Lee Falk's classic newspaper strip character.

The inaugural issue of King Comics' take on the classic magician, launching their monthly series featuring Lee Falk's enduring newspaper strip hero.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] — The Picto standard. Sharp corners, bright colors, with just a touch of honest handling. Noting: minor spine stress lines. Complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Atlas Comics · Adventures Into Terror #24 · October 1953 · $0.10 · 36 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: VG/F 5.0

Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Atlas Magazines Inc.
Cover artist uncredited.

“The Wax Men!” leads this issue as the cover-featured story, part of Atlas's roster of pre-Code horror tales that pushed boundaries before industry censorship arrived in 1954.

Part of Atlas Comics' legendary pre-Comics Code horror line, representing the final year before industry self-censorship fundamentally changed the genre.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] — Classic reader grade. Honest wear throughout, but the colors still pop and it sits well in a bag. Noting: light creasing visible on cover surface, minor color loss at spine edge. Complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Red Circle Comics Group · Madhouse #97 · January 1975 · $0.25 · Monthly

Grade: VG/F 5.0

Cover artist unknown.

Vampire transformation story anchors this issue, mixing horror elements with Madhouse's signature comedic approach. The story follows the classic transformation narrative but twists it through the lens of the series' irreverent humor style.

From the final years of Red Circle's run with the Madhouse title, carrying forward the horror-comedy formula that made the series a fixture of newsstands through multiple publisher transitions.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with minor spine stress lines visible and light surface wear on cover, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Marvel Comics Group · Marvel Tales #152 · June 1983 · $0.60 · Monthly

Grade: NM- 9.2

Marvel Tales reprint issue featuring Spider-Man in classic confrontation with the Green Goblin, plus guest appearance by the Incredible Hulk.

Spider-Man faces off against the Green Goblin in this reprint adventure, with the Incredible Hulk making a guest-starring appearance. The Marvel Tales series served as Marvel's showcase for classic Spider-Man stories during the character's peak popularity in the early 1980s.

Marvel Tales #152 carries key issue status and represents the reprint series at its collector-focused peak during the Copper Age Spider-Man boom.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner wear on all corners and minor spine stress lines, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Marvel Comics · Wolverine #1 · November 1988 · $1.50 · 32 pages

Grade: VF/NM 9.0

Edited by Bob Harras.
Cover by John Buscema with colors by Glynis Oliver and lettering by Jim Novak.

“And The Wind Howls... Wendigo!” (22 pages), written by Chris Claremont with pencils by John Buscema and inks by Al Williamson — Wolverine encounters the Wendigo creature in the Canadian wilderness. Claremont strips Logan down to his primal essence, pitting him against the legendary cannibalistic beast in a brutal confrontation that defines what a Wolverine solo book should be. Buscema's powerful figure work captures both the savage fury of the Wendigo and Logan's feral intensity, while Williamson's inks add a noir-like atmosphere to the frozen landscape.

The launch of Wolverine's ongoing solo series, establishing the template for decades of Logan stories and proving that the breakout X-Men character could carry his own monthly title.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with minor corner wear upper left and slight edge wear along spine, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Marvel Comics · The Amazing Spider-Man #59 · April 1968 · $0.12 · 20 pages

Grade: F+ 6.5

Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Marvel Comics Group.
Cover by John Romita Sr. with lettering by Sam Rosen.

Spider-Man faces the Brainwasher in this Silver Age thriller where the villain's mind control schemes target both civilians and law enforcement. Peter Parker must overcome psychological manipulation while dealing with the growing influence of the Kingpin's criminal organization. John Romita Sr. illustrates throughout, delivering the clean, dynamic artwork that defined his legendary run on the series.

Published during the heart of the Lee-Romita partnership that elevated Spider-Man to flagship status at Marvel, showcasing the team's mastery of the character's street-level conflicts.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with corner wear visible on upper left front cover, light edge wear along spine, and minor surface wear on cover, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Marvel Comics Group · Warlock #10 · December 1975 · $0.25 · 32 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: FN/VF 7.0

Edited by Len Wein.
Cover by Jim Starlin.

“Death Ship” (17 pages), written and illustrated by Jim Starlin — Adam Warlock finds himself caught in the escalating conflict between two cosmic powerhouses: the death-obsessed Thanos and Warlock's own future evil self, the Magus. Starlin's cosmic vision is at full strength here, balancing philosophical weight with the kind of space opera that made his reputation.

Part of Starlin's defining run that established the modern Marvel cosmic hierarchy and made Thanos a cornerstone villain.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner wear visible on all corners, minor spine stress lines, and slight color fading on red background areas, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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DC Comics · The Batman Adventures #12 · September 1993 · $1.25 · 24 pages · Monthly

Grade: VF- 7.5

Edited by Scott Peterson.
Cover by Bruce Timm.

“Joker's Favor” (24 pages), written by Paul Dini and illustrated by Bruce Timm — Harley Quinn makes her comics debut as the Joker's devoted psychiatrist-turned-accomplice. The story follows Charlie Collins, an ordinary citizen who becomes entangled with the Joker and finds himself forced into an unwitting alliance. When the Joker calls in his favor years later, Charlie must navigate the deadly dynamics between the Clown Prince of Crime and his unpredictable new partner. Timm's animated series design work translates perfectly to the page, establishing the visual template for Harley that would define the character across all media.

The comic debut that turned a one-off animated character into a cornerstone of the DC Universe — Harley Quinn's transformation from throwaway henchwoman to A-list character starts here.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner wear on all four corners, minor spine stress lines, and slight edge wear along spine, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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DC Comics · Tarzan #223 · September 1973 · $0.20 · 32 pages

Grade: VF- 7.5

Edited by Joe Kubert.
Cover by Joe Kubert.

Part of DC's acclaimed Bronze Age run of Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan series, featuring Joe Kubert's distinctive artwork and storytelling during the peak of DC's jungle adventure era.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner blunting, minor spine stress lines, and slight cover color fading consistent with handling, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Ace Magazines · Love at First Sight #7 · January · $0.10

Grade: GD+ 2.5

Romance anthology featuring “Every Man Her Target” and other romantic stories typical of Ace's Golden Age romance line.

Part of Ace Magazines' romance comics push during the genre's Golden Age peak, when publishers were churning out love stories to capture the growing female readership.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with corner wear visible on all corners, edge wear along spine, surface wear and scuffing on cover, and visible handling creases, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Atlas Comics · Tales of Suspense #22 · October 1961 · $0.10 · 32 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: VG/F 5.0

Edited by Stan Lee. Indicia publisher: Atlas Magazines Inc.
Cover by Jack Kirby.

“Beware of Bruttu!” (13 pages), written by Stan Lee with pencils by Jack Kirby and inks by Dick Ayers — A giant orange monster named Bruttu emerges from underground tunnels to terrorize a city. This is Bruttu's first appearance, introducing the creature that would later cross paths with the Hulk in the Marvel Universe. Kirby's monster design is classic Atlas era — massive, imposing, and perfectly suited for the transition from monster comics to superhero books.

First appearance of Bruttu makes this a key Atlas monster comic that bridges the gap between the publisher's monster anthology period and the emerging Marvel Universe.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with light corner wear on all corners, minor spine stress lines visible, and light surface wear on cover, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

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Aviation Press · Contact Comics #9 · 1945 · $0.10 · 36 pages · Bi-Monthly

Grade: GD 2.0

Cover artist unidentified.

Aviation Press operated briefly during the war years, making their books genuinely scarce — this publisher's entire output is harder to find than most collectors realize.

Condition [GRADE PLACEHOLDER] with significant spine wear with color breaking, corner wear and blunting on all corners, and surface creasing visible on front cover, complete interior, structurally sound, and unrestored.

We use AI to research and write our descriptions — we think Klaatu would approve of this miniscule relinquishment of power to the robots. Details are verified where possible but comics are complicated and we're not infallible. Every book is graded by a human collector who has actually held it. If something looks off, just ask.