MORE FUN COMICS #55
CGC F/VF: 7.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Thursday, 08/24/2023 8:52 PM
$8,900
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33
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: crm/ow pages; Mod (P): ct, pcs added, tr seals, reinforced
classic Bernard Baily Spectre cvr/art; 1st app. of Dr. Fate (Kent Nelson), 1st Wotan & Inza, 4th Spectre
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classic Bernard Baily Spectre cvr/art; 1st app. of Dr. Fate (Kent Nelson), 1st Wotan & Inza, 4th Spectre
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crm/ow pages; Mod (P): ct, pcs added, tr seals, reinforced
classic Bernard Baily Spectre cvr/art; 1st app. of Dr. Fate (Kent Nelson), 1st Wotan & Inza, 4th Spectre
First, there's Bernard Baily's classic cover art for the Spectre's fourth appearance, revered by Golden Age collectors and scholars as among the most evocative and memorable of all DC imagery. This beloved comic then becomes even more collectible with the first appearance of Dr. Fate. The debut of DC's resident sorcerer helped solidify the company's stable of mystical and moody characters. Without the dark mystery and dramatic origin of Dr. Fate, none of the Bronze Age's occult wizardry would have been possible — with the character also becoming a vital part of DC's storytelling throughout the ensuing decades.
Of course, the Spectre has also spent decades as a fan favorite, with fans currently anticipating the character finally making a big-screen debut as part of the developing DC Extended Universe. This legendary book remains a top investment and beloved title for all serious collectors of the Golden Age.
This copy of More Fun Comics #55 has undergone professional restoration work that has given this book a new life. The vivid colors on this cover are a testament to the loving care that has been applied to this cult classic of the Golden Age. Restored books have been rising in prominence for quite some time because owners of original condition copies tend to sit on their treasures in anticipation of cashing in at the perfect moment, leaving the marketplace waiting for any copy of a rare key book to be released to the public, at which time there is a feeding frenzy, be they restored or universal grade. A 6.0 copy of More Fun Comics #55 sold for $17,500 in December 2022.
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.
classic Bernard Baily Spectre cvr/art; 1st app. of Dr. Fate (Kent Nelson), 1st Wotan & Inza, 4th Spectre
First, there's Bernard Baily's classic cover art for the Spectre's fourth appearance, revered by Golden Age collectors and scholars as among the most evocative and memorable of all DC imagery. This beloved comic then becomes even more collectible with the first appearance of Dr. Fate. The debut of DC's resident sorcerer helped solidify the company's stable of mystical and moody characters. Without the dark mystery and dramatic origin of Dr. Fate, none of the Bronze Age's occult wizardry would have been possible — with the character also becoming a vital part of DC's storytelling throughout the ensuing decades.
Of course, the Spectre has also spent decades as a fan favorite, with fans currently anticipating the character finally making a big-screen debut as part of the developing DC Extended Universe. This legendary book remains a top investment and beloved title for all serious collectors of the Golden Age.
This copy of More Fun Comics #55 has undergone professional restoration work that has given this book a new life. The vivid colors on this cover are a testament to the loving care that has been applied to this cult classic of the Golden Age. Restored books have been rising in prominence for quite some time because owners of original condition copies tend to sit on their treasures in anticipation of cashing in at the perfect moment, leaving the marketplace waiting for any copy of a rare key book to be released to the public, at which time there is a feeding frenzy, be they restored or universal grade. A 6.0 copy of More Fun Comics #55 sold for $17,500 in December 2022.
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.