DETECTIVE COMICS (1937-2011; 2016-) #137
CGC VF: 8.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Wednesday, 12/12/2018 2:55 PM
$4,000
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Joker cvr/storyGolden Age Joker Covers are among the most sought-after Detective Comics of the period. The Clown Prince of Crime's terrifying rictus is an image that is recognized around the world as that of the preeminent villain in the history of comics. The Jim Mooney/Charles Paris cover design on this VF copy of Detective #137 is a triumph of graphic economy, encapsulating the Batman story inside the book in a few simple strokes, the message is clear, the Dynamic Duo plus the Joker equals dynamite!The colors on the cover of this well-preserved copy are simply stunning, surviving the past seventy years for some lucky bidder to bring home and cherish like the gem it is.
Overstreet Guide 2018 VF (8.0) value = $1,318.
Joker cvr/storyGolden Age Joker Covers are among the most sought-after Detective Comics of the period. The Clown Prince of Crime's terrifying rictus is an image that is recognized around the world as that of the preeminent villain in the history of comics. The Jim Mooney/Charles Paris cover design on this VF copy of Detective #137 is a triumph of graphic economy, encapsulating the Batman story inside the book in a few simple strokes, the message is clear, the Dynamic Duo plus the Joker equals dynamite!The colors on the cover of this well-preserved copy are simply stunning, surviving the past seventy years for some lucky bidder to bring home and cherish like the gem it is.
Overstreet Guide 2018 VF (8.0) value = $1,318.