Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 37:
Description
A collection of nine vintage American science fiction pulp magazines, all titled “Thrilling Wonder Stories.” These issues date primarily from the mid-to-late 1940s, with visible dates ranging from June 1944 to Winter 1949 and original cover prices from 15 cents to 25 cents. Each magazine features vibrant, stylized cover art characteristic of the period’s science fiction genre, depicting themes of space exploration, alien encounters, and futuristic adventures. The back covers display various period advertisements for products such as Calvert Reserve whiskey, Baby Ruth candy, chewing gum, and Popular Library books.
Condition report:
The overall condition of the collection is fair to good for its age, exhibiting typical wear including creasing, edge wear, and paper tanning. Some minor tears or chips are present, but the visual integrity of the covers and spines is generally retained across the collection.
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