WHIZ COMICS #1
CGC FN-: 5.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Friday, 03/17/2023 9:59 PM
$188,600
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40
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PUBLISHER: Fawcett
COMMENTS: A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
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#2 (#1); C.C. Beck cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Captain Marvel; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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#2 (#1); C.C. Beck cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Captain Marvel; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)
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A 15% BUYER'S PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO THIS ITEM AT CONCLUSION OF THE AUCTION
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#2 (#1); C.C. Beck cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Captain Marvel; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)For almost a decade, Superman's most fearsome nemesis was the superhero known as Captain Marvel—whose saga began with his first appearance in 1939's Whiz Comics #2, which was also the first issue of Whiz Comics. (The official "#1" was an internal publishing for copyright use.) The colossal popularity and mammoth sales of the Big Red Cheese eclipsed even the Man of Steel's, with Captain Marvel moving as many as five million copies per issue.
DC's lawyers weren't happy with how Whiz Comics' debut copied the cover of Action #1. The idea of Billy Batson becoming Captain Marvel by saying "Shazam!," however, was C.C. Beck and Billy Parker's own immortal spin on the new superhero mythology. DC still gathered an army of lawyers to pummel Fawcett Publications, and eventually drove them out of the funny book business. Whiz Comics #2, however, still remains a top collectible, with Fawcett's family of Marvels remaining a comics cornerstone and serious collectible.
This copy of Whiz Comics #2 (#1) earned a 5.5 CGC Universal Grade, the book enjoys fantastic eye appeal, with an exceptionally sharp cover. From February 1940, this first official issue of Whiz Comics is one of the most highly-sought Golden Age keys. This important issue contains the first appearance and origin of Captain Marvel, as well as the premieres of Sivana, Golden Arrow, Dan Dare, Lance O' Casey, Spy Smasher, and Ibis. The iconic C.C. Beck cover is quite exceptional, with sharp reds and yellows, which shine in both the logo and Captain Marvel's uniform. Just over 50 copies of this book are reported on the CGC Census, making it a very rare find, as well as a historic cultural artifact. Captain Marvel’s debut is the kind of book that continually becomes more elusive, valuable, and desirable over time. With the massively successful “Shazam!” movie already released and spin-offs and sequels coming soon, Whiz Comics has never been a hotter commodity.
Overstreet Guide 2022 FN- (5.5) value = $87,500.
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 3 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
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#2 (#1); C.C. Beck cvr/art; origin & 1st app. Captain Marvel; Comic Book Impact rating of 10 (CBI)For almost a decade, Superman's most fearsome nemesis was the superhero known as Captain Marvel—whose saga began with his first appearance in 1939's Whiz Comics #2, which was also the first issue of Whiz Comics. (The official "#1" was an internal publishing for copyright use.) The colossal popularity and mammoth sales of the Big Red Cheese eclipsed even the Man of Steel's, with Captain Marvel moving as many as five million copies per issue.
DC's lawyers weren't happy with how Whiz Comics' debut copied the cover of Action #1. The idea of Billy Batson becoming Captain Marvel by saying "Shazam!," however, was C.C. Beck and Billy Parker's own immortal spin on the new superhero mythology. DC still gathered an army of lawyers to pummel Fawcett Publications, and eventually drove them out of the funny book business. Whiz Comics #2, however, still remains a top collectible, with Fawcett's family of Marvels remaining a comics cornerstone and serious collectible.
This copy of Whiz Comics #2 (#1) earned a 5.5 CGC Universal Grade, the book enjoys fantastic eye appeal, with an exceptionally sharp cover. From February 1940, this first official issue of Whiz Comics is one of the most highly-sought Golden Age keys. This important issue contains the first appearance and origin of Captain Marvel, as well as the premieres of Sivana, Golden Arrow, Dan Dare, Lance O' Casey, Spy Smasher, and Ibis. The iconic C.C. Beck cover is quite exceptional, with sharp reds and yellows, which shine in both the logo and Captain Marvel's uniform. Just over 50 copies of this book are reported on the CGC Census, making it a very rare find, as well as a historic cultural artifact. Captain Marvel’s debut is the kind of book that continually becomes more elusive, valuable, and desirable over time. With the massively successful “Shazam!” movie already released and spin-offs and sequels coming soon, Whiz Comics has never been a hotter commodity.
Overstreet Guide 2022 FN- (5.5) value = $87,500.
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 3 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