Auctions: comic books December 1982

Doctor Strange (1974 2nd Series) 56N CGC 9.6

Paper: Off white to white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #4657833022

Newsstand Edition. Cover art by Paul Smith. A Mystic Reborn!, script by Roger Stern, pencils by Paul Smith, inks by Terry Austin; a retelling of the origin of Dr. Strange; Demonicus, Adria, and Kaecilius attempt to attack Dr. Strange in his mansion, but are captured by Adria's misuse of the Purple Dimension; all three last defeated in Strange Tales #143. Brief Baron Mordo appearance. Bullpen Bulletins includes Includes photos of Marvel employees: Christie Scheele (colorist), Tom DeFalco (editor), Carmela Merlo, Roger Stern, John Byrne, Mark Gruenwald (editor), and Belinda Glass. 36 pgs. $0.60. Cover price $0.60.

Groo the Wanderer (1982 Pacific) 1 CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4609514020

Cover art by Sergio Aragonés. Biography of Sergio Aragonés on inside front cover by Mark Evanier. "Friends and Enemies," script by Sergio Aragonés (co-plot) and Mark Evanier (co-plot & dialogue), art by Sergio Aragonés; Groo tries the figure out who wants him dead, many times over. Information on the creators on the Groo comic book by Mark Evanier. Untitled story, script by Sergio Aragonés (co-plot) and Mark Evanier (co-plot & dialogue), art by Sergio Aragonés; The Sage show a group of men how to build a catapult to throw rocks at their prey. 36 pgs., full color. Cover price $1.00.

Masters of the Universe (1982 DC) 1D CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4521270005

Direct Edition. 'To Tempt the Gods!' Written by Paul Kupperberg. Art by George Tuska and Alfredo Alcala. Cover by George Tuska and Dick Giordano. He-Man…Battle-Cat…Man-At-Arms…Teela…Stratos… They are among the mightiest heroes on a world where science and magic meld to form a realm undreamed of. They fight a never-ending battle against the dark warlock Skeletor and his vicious horde of mutants and sorcerers. They fight for the power of Castle Grayskull, an ancient citadel that stands at the apex of time and space. For who should ever hold the power will truly be the Masters of the Universe! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Smurfs (1982 Marvel) Canadian Price Variant 1 CGC 9.2

Paper: White

Canadian Price Variant.

Label #4651642014

Canadian edition with $.75 cover price - "The Smurfs and the Evil Bird, "Sticky Smurf," and other stories by Peyo. 2-page spread ad for Spider-Man Video Action Game Cartridge. Includes "Bullpen Bulletins." 32 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 164D VF+ 8.5

Direct Edition. "Binary Star!" Part 3 of 6. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek. The X-Men are about to get a powerful new ally in their fight against the sinister Brood. For years Carol Danvers was the Kree-powered super-woman known as Ms. Marvel. But the evil mutant Rogue stole her abilities, and her identity. But now Carol will be given power beyond imagination as "Binary" is born! Plus, Storm discovers a bone-chilling secret within herself. NOTE: 1st appearance of Carol Danvers as Binary. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 164D FN+ 6.5

Direct Edition. "Binary Star!" Part 3 of 6. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek. The X-Men are about to get a powerful new ally in their fight against the sinister Brood. For years Carol Danvers was the Kree-powered super-woman known as Ms. Marvel. But the evil mutant Rogue stole her abilities, and her identity. But now Carol will be given power beyond imagination as "Binary" is born! Plus, Storm discovers a bone-chilling secret within herself. NOTE: 1st appearance of Carol Danvers as Binary. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 164N FN 6.0

Newsstand Edition. "Binary Star!" Part 3 of 6. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek. The X-Men are about to get a powerful new ally in their fight against the sinister Brood. For years Carol Danvers was the Kree-powered super-woman known as Ms. Marvel. But the evil mutant Rogue stole her abilities, and her identity. But now Carol will be given power beyond imagination as "Binary" is born! Plus, Storm discovers a bone-chilling secret within herself. NOTE: 1st appearance of Carol Danvers as Binary. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 164N FN 6.0

Newsstand Edition. "Binary Star!" Part 3 of 6. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek. The X-Men are about to get a powerful new ally in their fight against the sinister Brood. For years Carol Danvers was the Kree-powered super-woman known as Ms. Marvel. But the evil mutant Rogue stole her abilities, and her identity. But now Carol will be given power beyond imagination as "Binary" is born! Plus, Storm discovers a bone-chilling secret within herself. NOTE: 1st appearance of Carol Danvers as Binary. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 164N FN- 5.5

Newsstand Edition. "Binary Star!" Part 3 of 6. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Dave Cockrum and Bob Wiacek. The X-Men are about to get a powerful new ally in their fight against the sinister Brood. For years Carol Danvers was the Kree-powered super-woman known as Ms. Marvel. But the evil mutant Rogue stole her abilities, and her identity. But now Carol will be given power beyond imagination as "Binary" is born! Plus, Storm discovers a bone-chilling secret within herself. NOTE: 1st appearance of Carol Danvers as Binary. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Wolverine (1982 Limited Series) 4D GD/VG 3.0

Signed by writer Chris Claremont and inker Joe Rubinstein with Lone Star Comics certificate of authenticity. 1.5" spine split from bottom, extra staples (manufacturing).

Direct Edition. Wolverine's Japanese adventure concludes in "Honor." Script by Chris Claremont, pencils by Frank Miller, inks by Joe Rubinstein. Miller/Rubinstein cover. Cover price $0.60.