Summer Kickoff Comics & Toys 06'26
Lot 47:
Description
BID PER WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PHOTO, NOT THE AI GENERATED TITLES AND DESCRIPTIONS! A Collection of 24 Marvel Comic Books Including Guardians of the Galaxy 1990 Series and Giant-Size Defenders Issue 5
This lot consists of 24 original American comic books published by Marvel Comics, primarily focusing on the 1990 volume 1 Guardians of the Galaxy series. The collection includes Guardians of the Galaxy issues 9 (two copies), 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 28, 32, 34, and 36. A significant supplementary title included is Giant-Size Defenders issue 5, dated 1975, which features the second appearance of the original 31st-century Guardians of the Galaxy team. Key issues within the 1990 run include issue 11 featuring Phoenix, issues 13 and 14 featuring the Ghost Rider of the 31st Century (Spirit of Vengeance), issue 18 containing the first appearance of the Punishers (a future gang), issue 20 featuring the milestone transformation of Vance Astro into Major Victory, and issue 25 featuring Silver Surfer and Galactus with a wraparound cover. The books feature cover art and interior work by notable creators such as Jim Valentino, Jim Lee, Jim Starlin, and Chris West. Several issues from 1991 feature the 50th Anniversary Captain America commemorative corner box art. Every comic in the collection is individually housed in a protective plastic sleeve with a backing board.
Condition report:
The comic books appear to be in Very Fine to Near Mint (VF/NM) condition. They present with flat covers, sharp corners, and vibrant color registration. No significant spine stress, color breaks, or cover detachments are visible through the protective packaging. The items have been well-preserved in bags and boards.
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