Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 204:
Description
A professionally graded comic book, Aquaman #23 from DC Comics, dated 9-10/65, encapsulated in a CGC Universal Grade slab. The cover, featuring art by Nick Cardy, dramatically illustrates Aquaman and Mera reacting to Aquababy (Arthur Jr.) creating a “MONSTER FISH.” Headline text proclaims “JOY TURNS TO TRAGEDY WITH ‘The BIRTH of AQUABABY!'” and further questions like “WHERE DO HIS DEADLY POWERS COME FROM?” and “WHAT TURNS THE SEA KING’S SON INTO A TINY BUNDLE OF DOOM?” are present. Visible markings include the “SUPERMAN NATIONAL COMICS” logo, “APPROVED BY THE COMICS CODE AUTHORITY” seal, and the original “12¢” price, all preserved within the clear hard plastic casing.
Condition report:
Graded 5.5 Universal Grade by Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) with cream to off-white pages. The comic is encapsulated within a sealed CGC hard plastic slab.
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