CRIME PATROL (1948-50) #16
CGC NM/M: 9.8
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Tuesday, 04/13/2021 9:06 PM
$8,600
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PUBLISHER: EC
COMMENTS: ow/white pgs
Johnny Craig story, cvr/art; 2nd app. of the Crypt Keeper; last issue (becomes Crypt of Terror)
Gaines File Copy
Highest Graded
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Johnny Craig story, cvr/art; 2nd app. of the Crypt Keeper; last issue (becomes Crypt of Terror)
Gaines File Copy
Highest Graded
DESCRIPTION
ow/white pgs
Johnny Craig story, cvr/art; 2nd app. of the Crypt Keeper; last issue (becomes Crypt of Terror)
Gaines File Copy
Highest GradedCrime Patrol was one of the less notorious of EC’s titles, one which slowly transformed from a straight crime book into a more sensationalistic, horror-tinged publication. Johny Craig was the foremost cover maestro for EC and this issue, #16, is adorned by one of his more subtle creep fests, but it is the truly engaging Good Girl Art on this cover that attracts one’s attention. This is an image that rivals some of the best GGA covers of the era, particularly when discussing the horror genre. There is a grisly crime feast on offer in this exquisite book, and the second-ever appearance of the Crypt Keeper to boot.
One of six 9.8 copies on the census, this Gaines File pedigree book is simply sumptuous, a perfect color strike allows the dark black tones contrast powerfully against the yellows and greens in this cover design. There are no visible marks or signs of wear on this cover as this book was stocked away by Bill Gaines in a noble act of foresight so some lucky and determined bidder could add this wonderful post-code treasure to their collection.
Overstreet Guide 2020 NM- (9.2) value = $3,600.
Johnny Craig story, cvr/art; 2nd app. of the Crypt Keeper; last issue (becomes Crypt of Terror)
Gaines File Copy
Highest GradedCrime Patrol was one of the less notorious of EC’s titles, one which slowly transformed from a straight crime book into a more sensationalistic, horror-tinged publication. Johny Craig was the foremost cover maestro for EC and this issue, #16, is adorned by one of his more subtle creep fests, but it is the truly engaging Good Girl Art on this cover that attracts one’s attention. This is an image that rivals some of the best GGA covers of the era, particularly when discussing the horror genre. There is a grisly crime feast on offer in this exquisite book, and the second-ever appearance of the Crypt Keeper to boot.
One of six 9.8 copies on the census, this Gaines File pedigree book is simply sumptuous, a perfect color strike allows the dark black tones contrast powerfully against the yellows and greens in this cover design. There are no visible marks or signs of wear on this cover as this book was stocked away by Bill Gaines in a noble act of foresight so some lucky and determined bidder could add this wonderful post-code treasure to their collection.
Overstreet Guide 2020 NM- (9.2) value = $3,600.