Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 283:
Description
A Golden Age comic book, Captain Marvel Adventures #34, published by Fawcett Publications in April 1944. This issue is professionally graded and encapsulated by CGC Universal Grade at 5.0. The vibrant cover, illustrated by C.C. Beck, features Captain Marvel in his iconic orange and yellow suit, appearing alongside a polka-dotted, clown-like character, with a speech bubble from Captain Marvel stating, “WE MAKE QUITE A PAIR, EH, UNCLE LEO?” Additional cover text includes “A FAWCETT MAGAZINE,” “10¢,” “NO. 34,” and the marketing claim “LARGEST CIRCULATION OF ANY COMIC MAGAZINE,” along with the story detail “CAPT. MARVEL VISITS OKLAHOMA CITY.” This issue features a Mr. Mind appearance and is part of the Chap. 13 Monster Society of Evil serial. The comic is presented in a clear, rigid CGC protective slab.
Condition report:
The comic book is professionally graded by CGC at 5.0 (Very Good/Fine). The encapsulation notes \"SLIGHTLY BRITTLE PAGES,\" indicating some age-related fragility. The overall presentation suggests a well-preserved example within its protective casing.
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