X-MEN (1963-2011) #3
CGC NM/M: 9.8
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Friday, 03/24/2017 1:43 PM
$35,505
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PUBLISHER: Marvel
COMMENTS: white pgs
Jack Kirby cover/art; 1st app. of the Blob; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 7 (CBI)
Pacific Coast Copy
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Jack Kirby cover/art; 1st app. of the Blob; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 7 (CBI)
Pacific Coast Copy
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white pgs
Jack Kirby cover/art; 1st app. of the Blob; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 7 (CBI)
Pacific Coast CopyOne of the more stirring aspects of the X-Men's narrative is the confusion some of the mutants face over their self-perception. Are they outcasts of society or overlords of the common man meant to subjugate the lesser species? This topic is addressed early on in the series through the personage of the Blob, a mutant discovered working in a freak show, who is invited to join Professor Xavier's team. Thinking himself superior to the young heroes, The Blob declines and enlists his carnival cronies in an effort to destroy the X-Men and take over the world. It doesn't go well for him, his mind is wiped and he ends up back at the carnival.This Pacific Coast pedigree copy of X-Men #3 we have on offer is tied for highest graded on the census, and it is plain to see that it has earned its lofty status. Yet another time-honored cover by the master Jack Kirby, boasting amazingly vivid colors that dance right off the page, a bare minimum of blemishes, and tight, sharp corners, all combine to make this a most-desirable copy for those Silver Age X-fans out there.
Overstreet Guide 2016 NM- (9.2) value = $2,700.
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Artist Information
Jack Kirby is called 'The King of Comics' for a reason, during his career that spanned six decades he gave us many of the most iconic characters the medium would ever see. From his introduction of Captain America at the height of World War II it was clear he wasn't your ordinary comics artist. But it was his creative explosion at Marvel Comics in the 1960's that cemented his legacy, over a short period of time Kirby would give us The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Thor, Ant-Man and Nick Fury just to name a few. Kirby would then go to DC and create his Fourth World, introducing Darkseid, Mister Miracle, The New Gods and a host of cosmic supporting players. Long live The King.
Jack Kirby cover/art; 1st app. of the Blob; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 7 (CBI)
Pacific Coast CopyOne of the more stirring aspects of the X-Men's narrative is the confusion some of the mutants face over their self-perception. Are they outcasts of society or overlords of the common man meant to subjugate the lesser species? This topic is addressed early on in the series through the personage of the Blob, a mutant discovered working in a freak show, who is invited to join Professor Xavier's team. Thinking himself superior to the young heroes, The Blob declines and enlists his carnival cronies in an effort to destroy the X-Men and take over the world. It doesn't go well for him, his mind is wiped and he ends up back at the carnival.This Pacific Coast pedigree copy of X-Men #3 we have on offer is tied for highest graded on the census, and it is plain to see that it has earned its lofty status. Yet another time-honored cover by the master Jack Kirby, boasting amazingly vivid colors that dance right off the page, a bare minimum of blemishes, and tight, sharp corners, all combine to make this a most-desirable copy for those Silver Age X-fans out there.
Overstreet Guide 2016 NM- (9.2) value = $2,700.
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.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 3 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
Artist Information
Jack Kirby is called 'The King of Comics' for a reason, during his career that spanned six decades he gave us many of the most iconic characters the medium would ever see. From his introduction of Captain America at the height of World War II it was clear he wasn't your ordinary comics artist. But it was his creative explosion at Marvel Comics in the 1960's that cemented his legacy, over a short period of time Kirby would give us The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, The Hulk, The X-Men, Thor, Ant-Man and Nick Fury just to name a few. Kirby would then go to DC and create his Fourth World, introducing Darkseid, Mister Miracle, The New Gods and a host of cosmic supporting players. Long live The King.