Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 273:
Description
Captain America #113 from Marvel Comics, dated May 1969, professionally encapsulated in a transparent CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) universal grade slab. The comic is graded 9.0 with “WHITE Pages,” indicating excellent, near-mint condition. The cover art, attributed to Jim Steranko, depicts a stark scene featuring a grey, statue-like figure resembling Captain America standing on a monument. This monument bears the inscription: “IN MEMORIAM CAPTAIN AMERICA DIED 1968 IN THE SERVICE OF HIS COUNTRY.” Surrounding the monument are several armed figures in dark attire, with a red and green clad figure lying prone in the foreground. The background is a dark landscape with bare trees and a full moon. The CGC label credits Jim Steranko for the story and cover, with Jim Steranko and Tom Palmer for the art. The issue features classic appearances of characters including Madame Hydra (Viper), Nick Fury, Iron Man, Thor, Hawkeye, Black Panther, and Vision.
Condition report:
The comic book is professionally encapsulated in a CGC universal grade slab, graded 9.0 with \"WHITE Pages.\" The slab and comic appear to be in pristine condition with no visible damage or wear to the encapsulation or the comic itself.
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