Up for auction is a nice looking lower-grade book with good color, low gloss, and much cover wear.  The spine shows wear with color loss.  There is a 1/2” spine split on the upper corner.  All 4 covers show tanning.  There are several chips and creases on the top edge.  There is a 2.5” crease, top right.  There is a ¾” tear, bottom edge.  The back cover is in decent condition with some small chips (see photos).  

Cover is attached at both staples, pulling at the bottom one.  Centerfold is attached at both staples.

Note:  once again the cover has little to do with the story!  Just their way of making a story look more interesting.  However, it is fairly rare to see Stan Lee’s signature on the story on these early Strange Tales!

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 (on the cover), 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 Stan Lee, Jerry Robinson, Joe Sinnott and a cool cover from Carl Burgos!  What a lineup!!

Note:  Please do not bid without examining the photos!

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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