Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 389:
Description
A Silver Age DC Comics *Superman* comic book, issue No. 142, featuring ‘The Flame Dragon From Krypton’, dated January 1961. The front cover depicts Superman, Lois Lane, and a large green ‘Flame Dragon From Krypton’. Visible text includes the title ‘SUPERMAN’, ’10¢’ price, and the ‘APPROVED BY THE COMICS CODE AUTHORITY’ seal. A speech bubble reads: ‘OH-OH! LOIS LANE HAS FINALLY LEARNED MY SECRET IDENTITY! THIS BEASTLY FIERY DRAGON HAS BURNED OFF MY CLARK KENT DISGUISE, EXPOSING MY INDESTRUCTIBLE SUPERMAN COSTUME BENEATH!’. The back cover features a full-page advertisement for ‘204 REVOLUTIONARY WAR SOLDIERS’ available for ‘ONLY $1.98’, including a ‘RUSH COUPON TODAY’. Constructed from printed paper.
Condition report:
The comic book appears in fair to good condition for its age. It exhibits minor wear along the edges and corners. Colors remain vibrant. No major tears or significant creasing are immediately apparent.
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