ALL STAR COMICS (1940-78) #8
CGC No Grade: 0.3
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SOLD ON: Tuesday, 10/01/2024 7:23 PM
$5,006
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: cream/ow pages; COVERLESS; 1st wrap missing, affects story; Incomplete
origin and 1st app of Wonder Woman; one of the scarcest major Golden Age keys! Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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origin and 1st app of Wonder Woman; one of the scarcest major Golden Age keys! Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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cream/ow pages; COVERLESS; 1st wrap missing, affects story; Incomplete
origin and 1st app of Wonder Woman; one of the scarcest major Golden Age keys! Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Wonder Woman's first appearance didn't rate a place on the cover of All Star Comics #8. The amazing Amazon was still an instant hit with the kids who discovered her debut on page 19 of this classic book. William Marston's tale of Princess Diana (illustrated by H.G. Peter) would reveal the fantastic origin of Diana's powers after she saves a brave pilot shot down over Paradise Island. Diana then sets up her future cover debut for Sensation Comics #1 as she competes for the chance to return Capt. Steve Trevor to the USA. "In America," her mother explains, "you'll indeed be a Wonder Woman."
In fact, Diana would settle down in the U.S. as one of the comic industry's most beloved characters — predating Rosie the Riveter as the face of the women's war effort by two years. This issue remains one of the most desirable Golden Age comics, with the recent success of Gal Gadot's turn as the big-screen Wonder Woman leaving a new generation anxious for the character's next incarnation in the DC Extended Universe.
As for what did make the cover: Starman and Dr. Mid-Nite join the Justice Society of America. Dr. Fate still has that half-mask he started wearing in More Fun Comics #72. Also, Hooty the Owl becomes the JSA's mascot and Hawkman's pet hawk can talk.
Click here to view the interior page of Wonder Woman's first appearance!
This incomplete copy of All Star Comics #8 remains highly valuable in any grade, with collectors always appreciative of the book's timeless impact as the debut of Wonder Woman. The cover and first wrap are missing, but the historical first appearance of one of DC’s most popular (and groundbreaking) characters imbues this comic with a value that cannot be understated.
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.
origin and 1st app of Wonder Woman; one of the scarcest major Golden Age keys! Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
Wonder Woman's first appearance didn't rate a place on the cover of All Star Comics #8. The amazing Amazon was still an instant hit with the kids who discovered her debut on page 19 of this classic book. William Marston's tale of Princess Diana (illustrated by H.G. Peter) would reveal the fantastic origin of Diana's powers after she saves a brave pilot shot down over Paradise Island. Diana then sets up her future cover debut for Sensation Comics #1 as she competes for the chance to return Capt. Steve Trevor to the USA. "In America," her mother explains, "you'll indeed be a Wonder Woman."
In fact, Diana would settle down in the U.S. as one of the comic industry's most beloved characters — predating Rosie the Riveter as the face of the women's war effort by two years. This issue remains one of the most desirable Golden Age comics, with the recent success of Gal Gadot's turn as the big-screen Wonder Woman leaving a new generation anxious for the character's next incarnation in the DC Extended Universe.
As for what did make the cover: Starman and Dr. Mid-Nite join the Justice Society of America. Dr. Fate still has that half-mask he started wearing in More Fun Comics #72. Also, Hooty the Owl becomes the JSA's mascot and Hawkman's pet hawk can talk.
Click here to view the interior page of Wonder Woman's first appearance!
This incomplete copy of All Star Comics #8 remains highly valuable in any grade, with collectors always appreciative of the book's timeless impact as the debut of Wonder Woman. The cover and first wrap are missing, but the historical first appearance of one of DC’s most popular (and groundbreaking) characters imbues this comic with a value that cannot be understated.
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.