Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 454:
Description
A collection of nine vintage American comic books published by DC Comics, dating from the late 1960s to early 1970s, notably including *Inferior Five* #2 from 1967. The lot comprises diverse titles: *Detective Comics Batman Batgirl* No. 406, *Flash* No. 195, *Bomba The Jungle Boy* Nos. 4 & 6, *Binky’s Buddies* No. 11, *Challengers of the Unknown* No. 71, *The Spectre!* No. 4, *Inferior Five* No. 2, and *Swing with Scooter* No. 17. Each comic features colorful printed artwork on paper or cardstock covers, depicting various characters and scenes. Visible cover prices are 12¢ and 15¢. Visible publication dates include December, March, August, April, October, January, and June. The *Swing with Scooter* No. 17 issue bears a visible artist signature ‘HENRY SCARPELLI’. Covers feature English text blurbs such as ‘NO POWER ON EARTH CAN SAVE ME NOW!’, ‘I DO HOPE I’M NOT CROWDING YOU FELLERS ANY!’, ‘WHEN EVIL CALLS!’, ‘THERE’S A GIANT LOOSE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD!’, and ‘BAZAAR KISSING BOOTH, KISSES 25¢’.
Condition report:
The apparent condition of the lot varies significantly. Some titles, such as *Binky\'s Buddies* and *The Spectre!*, exhibit relatively good condition with minor edge wear. Other comics, notably *Flash*, show heavy wear, substantial creasing, spine damage, and distinct liquid staining. Overall wear commensurate with age and use, including creasing, minor tears, and discoloration to pages and covers across the collection.
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