Golden & Silver Age Comic & Collectibles Auction
Lot 510:
Description
This collection comprises six vintage Marvel Comics “Strange Tales” issues from the Silver Age, dating from the 1960s, each with a 12-cent cover price. The specific issue numbers included are No. 150, 151, 153, 154, 155, and 157. Each comic primarily features “Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Doctor Strange.” Issue No. 155 also prominently features “Captain America.” Cover text includes phrases such as “THE END IS LAST!”, “A YOU! YOU! YOU! THE END IS AIM!”, “SEE… SEE THE STRANGE ONE… ZOOM!”, “WHICH WAY TO UMAR? WHICH WAY TO EARTH?!”, and “FEATURING THE ONE… CAPTAIN AMERICA!”. The back covers display period-specific advertisements, notably a “We’re looking for people who like to draw” campaign endorsed by Norman Rockwell. Constructed from paper.
Condition report:
Good overall condition, consistent with age and use. Visible signs of wear include varying degrees of creasing, spine wear, and minor discoloration across the collection.
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