ACTION COMICS (1938-2011) #7
CGC G+: 2.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Monday, 03/11/2019 1:27 PM
$82,000
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: crm/ow pgs; vry sm amt dried glue at spn of cvr, 1st wrap, cvr dtchd
2nd Superman cover! rare in any grade
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2nd Superman cover! rare in any grade
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crm/ow pgs; vry sm amt dried glue at spn of cvr, 1st wrap, cvr dtchd
2nd Superman cover! rare in any grade
Action Comics #7 marked Superman's second cover appearance after becoming an instant sensation as the cover star of Action Comics #1. The brass at National Comics was still reluctant to admit that the Man of Steel was moving all those copies. In fact, there would be several more issues before Superman became the regular cover star for Action. (To be fair, Action had some great covers during that stint, wrapping the issues in the same kind of pulp-style covers that had graced both New Adventure and More Fun up to that point.)
Action #7 really delivered as Superman returned to the cover, though. Co-creator Joe Shuster's understated illustration once again sets the mood for the character's early appearances. Superman's bold strength and energy perfectly matches Shuster's simplified lines and stark landscape. It's also fun to see a variation on superheroes swooping in with the bad guy, as Superman dangles a criminal high above Metropolis. There's a classic story too, as "Superman Joins the Circus" — specifically, as a strongman to save the owner from ruthless creeps trying to ruin his business.(There's also the satisfaction of a petty Clark Kent getting revenge on an office bully at the Daily Star newspaper where he works.)
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This copy looks truly impressive. Though detached, the cover still remains in quality condition with even, vibrant colors and only slight wear to the edges. No visual aspect of this animated cover is lost due to its age yet its patina denotes a well-read and well-loved comic book. By his second cover, Superman had already gained so much popularity it's a wonder it took them so long, nevertheless it remains a key piece of Superman's history that would make an attractive addendum to any collection.
Overstreet Guide 2018 G+ (2.5) value = $50,000.
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2nd Superman cover! rare in any grade
Action Comics #7 marked Superman's second cover appearance after becoming an instant sensation as the cover star of Action Comics #1. The brass at National Comics was still reluctant to admit that the Man of Steel was moving all those copies. In fact, there would be several more issues before Superman became the regular cover star for Action. (To be fair, Action had some great covers during that stint, wrapping the issues in the same kind of pulp-style covers that had graced both New Adventure and More Fun up to that point.)
Action #7 really delivered as Superman returned to the cover, though. Co-creator Joe Shuster's understated illustration once again sets the mood for the character's early appearances. Superman's bold strength and energy perfectly matches Shuster's simplified lines and stark landscape. It's also fun to see a variation on superheroes swooping in with the bad guy, as Superman dangles a criminal high above Metropolis. There's a classic story too, as "Superman Joins the Circus" — specifically, as a strongman to save the owner from ruthless creeps trying to ruin his business.(There's also the satisfaction of a petty Clark Kent getting revenge on an office bully at the Daily Star newspaper where he works.)
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This copy looks truly impressive. Though detached, the cover still remains in quality condition with even, vibrant colors and only slight wear to the edges. No visual aspect of this animated cover is lost due to its age yet its patina denotes a well-read and well-loved comic book. By his second cover, Superman had already gained so much popularity it's a wonder it took them so long, nevertheless it remains a key piece of Superman's history that would make an attractive addendum to any collection.
Overstreet Guide 2018 G+ (2.5) value = $50,000.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.