Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 127:
Description
A Golden Age “Wanted Comics” issue, No. 10, dated March 1951, featuring “52 PAGES… TRUE CRIME CASES…”. The front cover displays a dynamic, multi-character illustration depicting a violent skirmish, with a figure holding a “GASOLINE” can and accompanying speech bubbles referencing “arson” and “Jimmy Maka.” A “WANTED” poster for “Glen Roy Wright” is also visible. The back cover features a “PRICE SMASHING SALE” advertisement page from “ROCKET WHOLESALE COMPANY” for various consumer goods, including “Smart Rings, ” “Glamorous Ladies’ Rings ‘Eldorado’, ” “Shock Resist” watches, an “Eternal Love Engagement & Wedding Ring Set, ” a “Powerful! All Metal Telescope, ” and a “Ladies’ Dainty Sportswatch, ” complete with an order coupon.
Condition report:
The paper item exhibits overall signs of age and handling, including creasing, edge wear, minor tears, and general discoloration.
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