Detective Comics #140 CGC 6.5 FN+ (Oct 1948, DC) Origin & 1st Appearance Riddler
$
11,500
Description
Detective Comics #140 CGC 6.5 FN+ (Oct 1948, DC) Batman in the Origin & 1st Appearance Riddler"The Prince of Puzzles, The Riddler!" (Edward Nigma)
This comic has been graded 6.5 FN+ by CGC, it has cream to off white pages. The graders notes state, "Moderate tanning interior cover, shadow full bottom of front cover, shadow full top of back cover, small, multiple crease full top of back cover, spine stress lines." I would add that there is a pencil notation at the center of the front cover. This comic has not been restored.
The current CGC census only lists 21 of this comic graded higher than 6.5 (125 total in the Universal category). This is a no reserve auction for one of the the most desirable comics. It is included in all top 100 lists. Very few have sold in recent years making this is a must have classic!
From Wikipedia- "Puzzle expert Edward Nigma cheats at puzzles. He uses that angle to create a costumed criminal identity for himself, the Riddler. Using puzzle clues, he tips Batman off to his crimes. The Caped Crusader solves the Riddler's puzzles then tries to capture his tricky foe.
I know most of you are into collecting comics because you love them, but from an investment point of view this is a great opportunity. Always buy the best grade you can in the rarest issue available. Such collectibles will always out preform lesser items.
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Packing: Each CGC slab is placed in an individual bubble envelope, with more cushioning materials, and then securely placed in a box.
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