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Fantastic Four #1 |
Issue Date: November 1961
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 8.0 (VF)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0075325001
Page Condition: Off-White to White
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Price:
$22,000
Status:
SOLD!
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One of the holy grails of the Silver Age, and predominantly responsible
for the revival of Marvel Comics and superheros, this beauty is ranked
third amongst Silver Age titles by Overstreet. Certainly doesn't hurt
that a major motion picture was released last year with sequels to
follow!
Prices vary widely on this book. It is very uncommon, perhaps one
can say scarce, in high grade and it is not often to see one on the
market. During 2004-2005, several issues sold ranging from
$19,000 to $25,000. An identically graded copy currently on Comiclink
is seeking nearly $26,000 (with an existing bid approaching $24,000). A
9.4 copy sold for over $111,000 four years ago (which seemingly makes
my offered #1 appear relatively inexpensive)!!!
But none of the other books, to my knowledge, offer what this copy
does: presumably signed by the FF creator himself, the master Jack
Kirby!!!
Unfortunately, the signing was not done in the presence of CGC so no
verification exists. Of course, there is no guarantee that the
signature is authentic. However, I am aware of the recent history of
this book and spoken with a prior owner who is a well-known comic book
dealer. It was he who had the book certified by CGC. He told me that he
has seen many authentic copies of Kirby's signature and he was of the
opinion this signature is, in fact, authentic. Moreover, I spoke with
CGC and confirmed that had they believed it was not Kirby's signature,
it would not have been noted on the label (which is not the same, of
course, as confirming authenticity).
This copy was actually given away as the Grand prize in a sweepstakes
run by Activision. Luckily the current owner saved the book during the
flooding caused last year by Hurricane Katrina!
This book is going nowhere but up! The next buyer will not be unhappy with this copy!
Overstreet 2006 Guide: VF 8.0 $9,700; VF/NM 9.0 $22,850; NM- 9.2 $36,000.
NETWORK OF DISCLOSURE STATEMENT: This book was previously certified as
a CGC 7.5 and was resubmitted by a prior owner and graded in its
present form of a CGC 8.0. It was not pressed.
Note: This book is on consignment to EsquireComics.com.
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X-Men #24 |
Issue Date:
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Pedigree: Hollywood Hills Collection
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 9.8 (NM/MT)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0705445011
Page Condition: White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$5,000
Status:
For Sale
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UNBELIEVABLE!!! What else can you say about this highest graded
copy (tied with one other believe it or not)!!!! If you want the best,
you are likely never to get another chance!
Overstreet 2006 values: NM- 9.2 = $195.
THIS BOOK IS FROM THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS COLLECTION.
Forty years ago, from late 1965 to early 1968, a young collector would purchase
multiple copies of each issue of such titles as Amazing Spider-Man,
Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Tales of Suspense and
X-Men. One copy would be read, and the others would be meticulously
placed away for safe-keeping. Ultimately approximately 1,000 books were amassed,
of which nearly 400 have been acquired by EsquireComics.com and Southern California Comics (about half of
those have been CGC certified and the remaining books were retained by the
owner's son for sale on eBay). The majority of the books fall within the 9.2 - 9.6 range, and often have pure white pages.
Although
this collection is designated a "pedigree" on my site, it is just a
"collection". In order to key the collection my website only recognizes
"pedigree" designations. None of the books are marked or come with a
certificate of authenticity, nor has the history of the collection
impacted the prices.
The sale of these books is being handled
by Southern California Comics which mantains physical possession of the
Colllection. If you are interested in purchasing this book or have a
question, please contact:
SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA COMICS
8280 CLAIREMONT MESA BL. #124
SAN DIEGO CA
92111
858-715-8669
WWW.SOCALCOMICS.COM
SPECIAL ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOLLYWOOD HILLS BOOKS
E-mail and phone orders are accepted. Payment may be made by cash, money orders, personal
checks, Visa/Mastercard and PayPal. The PayPal account is: socalcom@aol.com. Foreign orders: Money
Orders or PayPal (in some cases), only! Checks may be held in our bank for up to
10 days to clear before the order will be mailed. All our orders are shipped in
sturdy boxes, packaged to minimize damage during shipping.
Domestic shipping is $7.00 for 1 uninsured CGC book in a Priority container. Insurance
is based upon purchase price and foreign costs are based upon country of
destination. You can calculate and quote these prices yourself at
www.usps.com. Foreign shipping costs are calculated based upon package weight and value. Shipment is commonly via
USPS Air Letter for packages under 4 lbs. This has generally been the fastest,
cheapest and safest way to ship to foreign buyers. Typically those shipments
range from $14.00-$25.00 depending on country of origin. Shipping to Canada is
about $7.00 for Air.
INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS:
Payment plans are available for up to three months. The initial
down payment is nonrefundable and generally 1/3 of the retail cost of the book with the balance to
be paid at the end of three months.
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Amazing Spider-Man #34 |
Issue Date: March 1966
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Pedigree: Hollywood Hills Collection
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 9.6 (NM+)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0777870001
Page Condition:
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$5,000
Status:
For Sale
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Not surprisingly this beauty is at the top of the CGC census! Not that you need much more than that, but this is also the 4th appearance of Kraven the Hunter.
Overstreet 2006 values: NM- 9.2 = $360.
THIS BOOK IS FROM THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS COLLECTION.
Forty years ago, from late 1965 to early 1968, a young collector would purchase
multiple copies of each issue of such titles as Amazing Spider-Man,
Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Tales of Suspense and
X-Men. One copy would be read, and the others would be meticulously
placed away for safe-keeping. Ultimately approximately 1,000 books were amassed,
of which nearly 400 have been acquired by EsquireComics.com and Southern California Comics (about half of
those have been CGC certified and the remaining books were retained by the
owner's son for sale on eBay). The majority of the books fall within the 9.2 - 9.6 range, and often have pure white pages.
Although
this collection is designated a "pedigree" on my site, it is just a
"collection". In order to key the collection my website only recognizes
"pedigree" designations. None of the books are marked or come with a
certificate of authenticity, nor has the history of the collection
impacted the prices.
The sale of these books is being handled
by Southern California Comics which mantains physical possession of the
Colllection. If you are interested in purchasing this book or have a
question, please contact:
SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA COMICS
8280 CLAIREMONT MESA BL. #124
SAN DIEGO CA
92111
858-715-8669
WWW.SOCALCOMICS.COM
SPECIAL ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOLLYWOOD HILLS BOOKS
E-mail and phone orders are accepted. Payment may be made by cash, money orders, personal
checks, Visa/Mastercard and PayPal. The PayPal account is: socalcom@aol.com. Foreign orders: Money
Orders or PayPal (in some cases), only! Checks may be held in our bank for up to
10 days to clear before the order will be mailed. All our orders are shipped in
sturdy boxes, packaged to minimize damage during shipping.
Domestic shipping is $7.00 for 1 uninsured CGC book in a Priority container. Insurance
is based upon purchase price and foreign costs are based upon country of
destination. You can calculate and quote these prices yourself at
www.usps.com. Foreign shipping costs are calculated based upon package weight and value. Shipment is commonly via
USPS Air Letter for packages under 4 lbs. This has generally been the fastest,
cheapest and safest way to ship to foreign buyers. Typically those shipments
range from $14.00-$25.00 depending on country of origin. Shipping to Canada is
about $7.00 for Air.
INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS:
Payment plans are available for up to three months. The initial
down payment is nonrefundable and generally 1/3 of the retail cost of the book with the balance to
be paid at the end of three months.
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Tales of Suspense #40 |
Issue Date: Apr. 1963
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 7.5 (VF-)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0016601012
Page Condition: Off-White to White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$4,800
Status:
SOLD!
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This book is being sold only as a pair with the CGC 7.5 of Tales of Suspense #39.
These are two of the "key" Silver
Age classics, the Origin and 1st & 2nd appearances of Iron Man! Two of the hottest books on the market
today & tough to find in "fine" or better grade.
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Tales of Suspense #39 |
Issue Date: Mar. 1963
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 7.5 (VF-)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0128113001
Page Condition: Off-White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$4,800
Status:
SOLD!
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This book is being sold only as a pair with the CGC 7.5 of Tales of Suspense #40.
Two of the "key" silver age classics, the Origin and 1st & 2nd appearances of Iron Man! Two of the hottest books on the market today & tough to find in "fine" or better grade.
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Daredevil #3 |
Issue Date: August 1964
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 9.6 (NM+)
Grade Service: CGC
Page Condition: Off-White to White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$4,750
Status:
For Sale
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Super-Killer book of this key early issue stars "The Man
Without Fear" against The Owl (origin and 1st app.) with artwork by
such talents as Jack "King" Kirby (cover), Joe Orlando and Vince
Colletta. Stunning copy in every way possible is perfectly flat, clean
and very tight with super-sharp spine, clean edges, sharp corners, full
bright colors and gloss and superb overall eye appeal. Absolutely
exceptional with very fresh white paper. Very scarce in this grade,
this is one of the Top 5 certified copies graded by CGC.
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X-Men #17 |
Issue Date: Feb 1966
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Pedigree: Hollywood Hills Collection
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 9.6 (NM+)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0777863004
Page Condition: Off-White to White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$2,900
Status:
For Sale
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It is as if this copy was bought off the rack yesterday thus no surprise it tops the CGC census as the best!
Overstreet 2006 values: NM- 9.2 = $280.
THIS BOOK IS FROM THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS COLLECTION.
Forty years ago, from late 1965 to early 1968, a young collector would purchase
multiple copies of each issue of such titles as Amazing Spider-Man,
Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Tales of Suspense and
X-Men. One copy would be read, and the others would be meticulously
placed away for safe-keeping. Ultimately approximately 1,000 books were amassed,
of which nearly 400 have been acquired by EsquireComics.com and Southern California Comics (about half of
those have been CGC certified and the remaining books were retained by the
owner's son for sale on eBay). The majority of the books fall within the 9.2 - 9.6 range, and often have pure white pages.
Although
this collection is designated a "pedigree" on my site, it is just a
"collection". In order to key the collection my website only recognizes
"pedigree" designations. None of the books are marked or come with a
certificate of authenticity, nor has the history of the collection
impacted the prices.
The sale of these books is being handled
by Southern California Comics which mantains physical possession of the
Colllection. If you are interested in purchasing this book or have a
question, please contact:
SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA COMICS
8280 CLAIREMONT MESA BL. #124
SAN DIEGO CA
92111
858-715-8669
WWW.SOCALCOMICS.COM
SPECIAL ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOLLYWOOD HILLS BOOKS
E-mail and phone orders are accepted. Payment may be made by cash, money orders, personal
checks, Visa/Mastercard and PayPal. The PayPal account is: socalcom@aol.com. Foreign orders: Money
Orders or PayPal (in some cases), only! Checks may be held in our bank for up to
10 days to clear before the order will be mailed. All our orders are shipped in
sturdy boxes, packaged to minimize damage during shipping.
Domestic shipping is $7.00 for 1 uninsured CGC book in a Priority container. Insurance
is based upon purchase price and foreign costs are based upon country of
destination. You can calculate and quote these prices yourself at
www.usps.com. Foreign shipping costs are calculated based upon package weight and value. Shipment is commonly via
USPS Air Letter for packages under 4 lbs. This has generally been the fastest,
cheapest and safest way to ship to foreign buyers. Typically those shipments
range from $14.00-$25.00 depending on country of origin. Shipping to Canada is
about $7.00 for Air.
INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS:
Payment plans are available for up to three months. The initial
down payment is nonrefundable and generally 1/3 of the retail cost of the book with the balance to
be paid at the end of three months.
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Amazing Spider-Man #47 |
Issue Date: April 1967
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Pedigree: Hollywood Hills Collection
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 9.6 (NM+)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0705436005
Page Condition: White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$2,500
Status:
For Sale
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Not surprisingly this beauty is at the top of the CGC census! And this is the issue where Peter Parker and Mary Jane first date! Aw c'mon, you can't beat that!
Overstreet 2008 value: NM- 9.2 = $285.
THIS BOOK IS FROM THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS COLLECTION.
Forty years ago, from late 1965 to early 1968, a young collector would purchase
multiple copies of each issue of such titles as Amazing Spider-Man,
Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Tales of Suspense and
X-Men. One copy would be read, and the others would be meticulously
placed away for safe-keeping. Ultimately approximately 1,000 books were amassed,
of which nearly 400 have been acquired by EsquireComics.com and Southern California Comics (about half of
those have been CGC certified and the remaining books were retained by the
owner's son for sale on eBay). The majority of the books fall within the 9.2 - 9.6 range, and often have pure white pages.
Although
this collection is designated a "pedigree" on my site, it is just a
"collection". In order to key the collection my website only recognizes
"pedigree" designations. None of the books are marked or come with a
certificate of authenticity, nor has the history of the collection
impacted the prices.
The sale of these books is being handled
by Southern California Comics which mantains physical possession of the
Colllection. If you are interested in purchasing this book or have a
question, please contact:
SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA COMICS
8280 CLAIREMONT MESA BL. #124
SAN DIEGO CA
92111
858-715-8669
WWW.SOCALCOMICS.COM
SPECIAL ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOLLYWOOD HILLS BOOKS
E-mail and phone orders are accepted. Payment may be made by cash, money orders, personal
checks, Visa/Mastercard and PayPal. The PayPal account is: socalcom@aol.com. Foreign orders: Money
Orders or PayPal (in some cases), only! Checks may be held in our bank for up to
10 days to clear before the order will be mailed. All our orders are shipped in
sturdy boxes, packaged to minimize damage during shipping.
Domestic shipping is $7.00 for 1 uninsured CGC book in a Priority container. Insurance
is based upon purchase price and foreign costs are based upon country of
destination. You can calculate and quote these prices yourself at
www.usps.com. Foreign shipping costs are calculated based upon package weight and value. Shipment is commonly via
USPS Air Letter for packages under 4 lbs. This has generally been the fastest,
cheapest and safest way to ship to foreign buyers. Typically those shipments
range from $14.00-$25.00 depending on country of origin. Shipping to Canada is
about $7.00 for Air.
INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS:
Payment plans are available for up to three months. The initial
down payment is nonrefundable and generally 1/3 of the retail cost of the book with the balance to
be paid at the end of three months.
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Marvel Mystery Comics #76 |
Issue Date: Sept. 1946
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Era/Age: Golden/Atom
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Grade: 9.2 (NM-)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0625815011
Page Condition: Off-White to White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$2,300
Status:
SOLD!
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Unfortunately I don't come across too many high-grade Marvel Mystery Comics but everytime I do I want more! This is simply a beautiful book! What a fantastic Schomburg cover.
Great PQ. Not surprising that it is the second highest certified copy. There is one copy at
9.4.
Overstreet Guide Value NM- 9.2 = $1,600.
Comparable sales data: Issues #67 - #78 are all at the same guide price.
Metropolis
has a #70 CGC 9.2 for sale at $2,500 (they also have a #87 CGC 9.2,
which also guides the same, at $2,720 and that book has lower PQ).
Comiclink has a #71 CGC 9.2 offered at $3,950.
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Amazing Spider-Man #43 |
Issue Date: Dec 1966
Publisher: Marvel Comics
Pedigree: Hollywood Hills Collection
Era/Age: Silver
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Grade: 9.6 (NM+)
Grade Service: CGC ID#0705436004
Page Condition: White
Check Current CGC Census
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Price:
$2,300
Status:
SOLD!
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This is a beautiful copy and no wonder, it tops the CGC census!
Overstreet 2006 values: NM- 9.2 = $230.
THIS BOOK IS FROM THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS COLLECTION.
Forty years ago, from late 1965 to early 1968, a young collector would purchase
multiple copies of each issue of such titles as Amazing Spider-Man,
Daredevil, Fantastic Four, Tales of Suspense and
X-Men. One copy would be read, and the others would be meticulously
placed away for safe-keeping. Ultimately approximately 1,000 books were amassed,
of which nearly 400 have been acquired by EsquireComics.com and Southern California Comics (about half of
those have been CGC certified and the remaining books were retained by the
owner's son for sale on eBay). The majority of the books fall within the 9.2 - 9.6 range, and often have pure white pages.
Although
this collection is designated a "pedigree" on my site, it is just a
"collection". In order to key the collection my website only recognizes
"pedigree" designations. None of the books are marked or come with a
certificate of authenticity, nor has the history of the collection
impacted the prices.
The sale of these books is being handled
by Southern California Comics which mantains physical possession of the
Colllection. If you are interested in purchasing this book or have a
question, please contact:
SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA COMICS
8280 CLAIREMONT MESA BL. #124
SAN DIEGO CA
92111
858-715-8669
WWW.SOCALCOMICS.COM
SPECIAL ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS FOR HOLLYWOOD HILLS BOOKS
E-mail and phone orders are accepted. Payment may be made by cash, money orders, personal
checks, Visa/Mastercard and PayPal. The PayPal account is: socalcom@aol.com. Foreign orders: Money
Orders or PayPal (in some cases), only! Checks may be held in our bank for up to
10 days to clear before the order will be mailed. All our orders are shipped in
sturdy boxes, packaged to minimize damage during shipping.
Domestic shipping is $7.00 for 1 uninsured CGC book in a Priority container. Insurance
is based upon purchase price and foreign costs are based upon country of
destination. You can calculate and quote these prices yourself at
www.usps.com. Foreign shipping costs are calculated based upon package weight and value. Shipment is commonly via
USPS Air Letter for packages under 4 lbs. This has generally been the fastest,
cheapest and safest way to ship to foreign buyers. Typically those shipments
range from $14.00-$25.00 depending on country of origin. Shipping to Canada is
about $7.00 for Air.
INSTALLMENT PAYMENTS:
Payment plans are available for up to three months. The initial
down payment is nonrefundable and generally 1/3 of the retail cost of the book with the balance to
be paid at the end of three months.
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