Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 429:
Description
A paper comic book from the Marvel Comics Group, identified as “NICK FURY, AGENT OF… SHIELD,” issue number 3, with an original cover price of 12¢ and dated “AUG.” The series is widely identified as being from 1968. The front cover features stylized superhero artwork depicting Nick Fury’s head, a white-haired figure in purple, a blue panther, and a dark, imposing building resembling a church in a graveyard, with visible gravestone text including “RIP,” “SLANK HUGH,” and “RAVE NIDOCK 1758-1905.” The cover also bears an “APPROVED BY THE COMICS CODE AUTHORITY” stamp and is signed “JIM STERANKO.” The back cover presents a vibrant advertisement for a “132 ROMAN SOLDIERS” set priced at “ONLY $1.98,” including a “RUSH COUPON TODAY!” section.
Condition report:
The comic exhibits visible wear consistent with age and handling, including some creasing, spine stress, and edge wear. The item appears largely intact.
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