FLASH COMICS 1940-49 #1
CGC FA/GD: 1.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Wednesday, 09/21/2022 10:45 PM
$85,000
Sold For
62
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: brittle pgs; cvr dtch. 1st & 2nd wraps split & dtch, sm amt of dried glue on int, extra staple
1st appearance of Flash, Hawkman, Johnny Thunder (Golden Age w/ origin); Sheldon Moldoff cover; Comic Book Impact rating of 9 (CBI)
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1st appearance of Flash, Hawkman, Johnny Thunder (Golden Age w/ origin); Sheldon Moldoff cover; Comic Book Impact rating of 9 (CBI)
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brittle pgs; cvr dtch. 1st & 2nd wraps split & dtch, sm amt of dried glue on int, extra staple
1st appearance of Flash, Hawkman, Johnny Thunder (Golden Age w/ origin); Sheldon Moldoff cover; Comic Book Impact rating of 9 (CBI)
Flash Comics #1 marked the first appearance of The Flash with a typically distinctive cover, as Golden Age legend Sheldon Moldoff depicted this new hero catching a bullet through a few simple details. Motion lines show the shape of speed, as assisted by the bullet's stylized trajectory from a gun-happy thug in the foreground. In contrast, the accompanying origin story fills an entire panel with text to explain what's deftly shown here.
This issue also remains a top collectible (and serious investment) for introducing two of DC's biggest names: The Flash and Hawkman. The Flash, of course, has gone on to big-screen and small-screen stardom; Hawkman finally made his big-screen debut in Black Adam. Today, fans are hotly anticipating both characters' returns in James Gunn's revamping of the DC Extended Universe. This is a high-level Golden Age key that remains in short supply, with less than 100 copies in the CGC Census.
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Racing into this auction, Flash Comics #1 is a Golden Age key that introduced audiences to DC mainstays The Flash and Hawkman. Certified CGC 1.5, although noted as brittle pages, the seller had the book slabbed and said he was surprised by the brittle. "I flipped through that book before sending in, the pages are nice and supple." A photo of the pages is included alongside the back cover scan.
The cover presents sharp colors, and the iconic Sheldon Moldoff illustration remains in admirable shape considering this book’s 80+ years of existence. This is a beautiful complete example, and any signs of wear cannot detract from the rarity and historic importance of this book. Only 85 copies are recorded on the CGC Census, with only 45 being Universal Grade; a 2.0 copy of Flash Comics #1 recently sold for $92,000. A historic issue like this is extremely desirable in any condition and becomes increasingly more difficult to find over the years.
Overstreet Guide 2022 GD (2.0) value = $25,000
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We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 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
1st appearance of Flash, Hawkman, Johnny Thunder (Golden Age w/ origin); Sheldon Moldoff cover; Comic Book Impact rating of 9 (CBI)
Flash Comics #1 marked the first appearance of The Flash with a typically distinctive cover, as Golden Age legend Sheldon Moldoff depicted this new hero catching a bullet through a few simple details. Motion lines show the shape of speed, as assisted by the bullet's stylized trajectory from a gun-happy thug in the foreground. In contrast, the accompanying origin story fills an entire panel with text to explain what's deftly shown here.
This issue also remains a top collectible (and serious investment) for introducing two of DC's biggest names: The Flash and Hawkman. The Flash, of course, has gone on to big-screen and small-screen stardom; Hawkman finally made his big-screen debut in Black Adam. Today, fans are hotly anticipating both characters' returns in James Gunn's revamping of the DC Extended Universe. This is a high-level Golden Age key that remains in short supply, with less than 100 copies in the CGC Census.
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Racing into this auction, Flash Comics #1 is a Golden Age key that introduced audiences to DC mainstays The Flash and Hawkman. Certified CGC 1.5, although noted as brittle pages, the seller had the book slabbed and said he was surprised by the brittle. "I flipped through that book before sending in, the pages are nice and supple." A photo of the pages is included alongside the back cover scan.
The cover presents sharp colors, and the iconic Sheldon Moldoff illustration remains in admirable shape considering this book’s 80+ years of existence. This is a beautiful complete example, and any signs of wear cannot detract from the rarity and historic importance of this book. Only 85 copies are recorded on the CGC Census, with only 45 being Universal Grade; a 2.0 copy of Flash Comics #1 recently sold for $92,000. A historic issue like this is extremely desirable in any condition and becomes increasingly more difficult to find over the years.
Overstreet Guide 2022 GD (2.0) value = $25,000
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.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 6 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