Up for auction is a nice looking mid-grade book with good color, good gloss, and average cover wear.  The spine shows some wear with some color loss.  There is a ¾” piece missing where the spine splits, bottom corner.  There is a very light 2” stain in the title “Tales” and touches the top headlight beam (very hard to see).  Most likely from a small glass but it left the book only about 80% flat.  Not that noticeable but I want to call out all defects.  There is a crease on the bottom right corners.  There is light tanning & foxing on the interior covers.  The back cover is in good condition (see photos). 

Cover is attached at the top staple but pulling a wee bit.  This copy was only manufactured with the top staple.  Centerfold is  attached at the top staple.

This book presents nicely in the Mylar.  This is a complete copy with no missing pages, no coloring, no owner’s name scribbled across the cover, no date stamps, no cut-outs or clipped coupons.  All defects listed are allowed in this grade.

This is a nice Golden Age copy in hand that is supple with good color and has some great stories and artwork from John Forte, Tony DiPreta, with others and a cool cover from Russ Heath!  

Note:  Please do not bid without examining the photos!

No color touch or restoration has been detected.  I’ve been collecting comics since 1964 and grade the entire book strictly by Overstreet standards.  I keep all of my high value books in Mylar with archival board and will include that for free.  

I combine shipping by weight so wait for my invoice before paying if buying multiple items.  I only ship to the lower 48 states.  I'll ship Priority Mail for this book.  Shipping cost includes full insurance for Priority Mail.  Books over $750 require a signature for delivery.  I pack securely with cardboard reinforcement in bubble wrap in a box/mailer.  I will ship within two days of payment.  Due to the high cost of shipping I do not accept returns.  This also prevents villains from returning a different book.  As a collector I will do my best to disclose all defects which will affect the grade or desirability.   Payment is expected within 2 days. 

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