ACTION COMICS (1938-2011) #23
CGC VG/F: 5.0
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Monday, 03/11/2019 1:37 PM
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PUBLISHER: DC
COMMENTS: off white pgs
1st appearance of Lex Luthor; 1st mention of Daily Planet; Joe Shuster cover/art
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1st appearance of Lex Luthor; 1st mention of Daily Planet; Joe Shuster cover/art
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off white pgs
1st appearance of Lex Luthor; 1st mention of Daily Planet; Joe Shuster cover/art
Action Comics #23 features the first appearance of Lex Luthor, instantly making this issue one of Superman's most collectible early titles. Luthor (who'd later make his first appearance without hair in the "Superman" daily newspaper strip) quickly gained a style all his own, and became one of the all-time great bad guys. That also had Luthor building a dedicated fanbase which has kept this issue among the rarest of Golden Age keys.
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Despite a bit of foxing on the top and right, the bulk of this cover is in impressive condition, and the most important factor, the Man of Steel, remains completely free of any damage. The spine is solid and the colors retain their punch.
Overstreet Guide 2018 VG/F (5.0) value = $10,000.
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Artists Information
Moldoff is best known for his early work on DC's Hawkman and Hawkgirl, and was one of Bob Kane's primary "ghost artists" on Batman. He co-created the Batman villains Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, the second Clayface, and Bat-Mite, as well as the original heroes Bat-Girl, Batwoman, and Ace the Bat-Hound.
American comic book artist, Baily co created DC characters the Spectre and Hourman.
1st appearance of Lex Luthor; 1st mention of Daily Planet; Joe Shuster cover/art
Action Comics #23 features the first appearance of Lex Luthor, instantly making this issue one of Superman's most collectible early titles. Luthor (who'd later make his first appearance without hair in the "Superman" daily newspaper strip) quickly gained a style all his own, and became one of the all-time great bad guys. That also had Luthor building a dedicated fanbase which has kept this issue among the rarest of Golden Age keys.
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Despite a bit of foxing on the top and right, the bulk of this cover is in impressive condition, and the most important factor, the Man of Steel, remains completely free of any damage. The spine is solid and the colors retain their punch.
Overstreet Guide 2018 VG/F (5.0) value = $10,000.
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.
Artists Information
Moldoff is best known for his early work on DC's Hawkman and Hawkgirl, and was one of Bob Kane's primary "ghost artists" on Batman. He co-created the Batman villains Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, the second Clayface, and Bat-Mite, as well as the original heroes Bat-Girl, Batwoman, and Ace the Bat-Hound.
American comic book artist, Baily co created DC characters the Spectre and Hourman.