WHIZ COMICS #17
CGC VF-: 7.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Friday, 08/28/2020 11:19 PM
$2,701
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PUBLISHER: Fawcett
COMMENTS: ow/w pgs, very minor amt of glue on spine, Larson Copy from Jon Berk Collection; only one graded higher
rare; classic WWII cover; 1st app Thoth the Egyptian God
DC Premiere Collection
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rare; classic WWII cover; 1st app Thoth the Egyptian God
DC Premiere Collection
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ow/w pgs, very minor amt of glue on spine, Larson Copy from Jon Berk Collection; only one graded higher
rare; classic WWII cover; 1st app Thoth the Egyptian God
DC Premiere CollectionWhiz Comics #17 has a brilliant cover showcasing the robust talents of C.C. Beck, the man responsible for the instantly recognizable graphics of Captain Marvel’s exploits during the Golden Age. It is quite obvious why DC sued Fawcett for copyright infringement over their lifting of several key components from Superman’s bag of tricks, including direct imitations of cover concepts. The borrowed ideas have no real negative impact on the brilliance of Beck’s sure-handed line work, which stands alone apart from the controversies surrounding this hero. The issue contains two exciting Spy Smasher storylines, the first, handled with Beck’s typical elegance. The remainder of the anthology tales also feature above average art and plotting, Ibis the Invincible and Golden Arrow both make appearances in rousing adventure yarns that add to the overall appeal of this comic.
Hailing from the storied Larson pedigree, this copy of Whiz Comics #17 is also part of the Jon Berk Collection, one of the most valuable and complete gatherings of Golden Age comics, from the top keys to the oddest rarities. The colors glow like new, and the book itself is in extremely tidy condition, barring some minor issues at the corners of the spine. With a meager eighteen copies on the census, this is one of two second-highest examples, which makes it an even more valued collectible, with the success of the “Shazam!” feature film, things are looking up for the Big Red Cheese.
Overstreet Guide 2019 VF- (7.5) value = $1,216.
rare; classic WWII cover; 1st app Thoth the Egyptian God
DC Premiere CollectionWhiz Comics #17 has a brilliant cover showcasing the robust talents of C.C. Beck, the man responsible for the instantly recognizable graphics of Captain Marvel’s exploits during the Golden Age. It is quite obvious why DC sued Fawcett for copyright infringement over their lifting of several key components from Superman’s bag of tricks, including direct imitations of cover concepts. The borrowed ideas have no real negative impact on the brilliance of Beck’s sure-handed line work, which stands alone apart from the controversies surrounding this hero. The issue contains two exciting Spy Smasher storylines, the first, handled with Beck’s typical elegance. The remainder of the anthology tales also feature above average art and plotting, Ibis the Invincible and Golden Arrow both make appearances in rousing adventure yarns that add to the overall appeal of this comic.
Hailing from the storied Larson pedigree, this copy of Whiz Comics #17 is also part of the Jon Berk Collection, one of the most valuable and complete gatherings of Golden Age comics, from the top keys to the oddest rarities. The colors glow like new, and the book itself is in extremely tidy condition, barring some minor issues at the corners of the spine. With a meager eighteen copies on the census, this is one of two second-highest examples, which makes it an even more valued collectible, with the success of the “Shazam!” feature film, things are looking up for the Big Red Cheese.
Overstreet Guide 2019 VF- (7.5) value = $1,216.