Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 199:
Description
A vintage American comic book, Topix #v5 #9, published by Catechetical Guild in June 1947. This Golden Age comic features a dynamic ‘Viking Cover’ illustration by William Lackey, depicting two figures in combat, one wearing a winged helmet, with additional figures and Viking-style ships on a beach in the background. Prominent text on the cover includes ‘TOPIX,’ ‘Timeless Truthful Telling COMICS,’ ’10¢,’ ‘JUNE 1947,’ and ‘REG. U.S. PAT. OFF.’ The comic is professionally encapsulated in a clear, protective CGC Universal Grade slab, certified at a grade of 3.0 with ‘OFF-WHITE Pages.’ William Lackey is identified on the CGC label as both the cover artist and interior artist.
Condition report:
The comic book is presented in a CGC Universal Grade slab, graded 3.0 with OFF-WHITE Pages. The overall apparent condition is consistent with the assigned grade, showing general wear typical for a comic of its age and rating. The protective grading holder is intact.
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