Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 387:
Description
An original copy of EC Comics’ ‘Impact’ No. 1, published in April 1955. The front cover features a dynamic scene depicting a man falling down stairs, illuminated by lightning strikes, with another figure in a trench coat observing. Text on the cover reads “TALES DESIGNED TO CARRY AN… IMPACT” and a red banner announces “Introducing a ‘NEW DIRECTION’ IN MAGAZINES… AN ENTIRELY NOVEL AND UNIQUE KIND OF READING EXPERIENCE!”. The back cover presents an advertisement grid offering “Prizes Given” for “Men – Women – Boys – Girls,” with the prominent tagline “Send No Money – We Trust You!”. The original price mark of 10¢ is visible. A white label with the handwritten number “387” is affixed below the item.
Condition report:
Consistent with a used paper item of its age, showing visible creasing, edge wear, minor tears, and general discoloration throughout. The spine shows signs of wear and minor splitting. Pages are toned.
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