Auctions: comic books November 1986

Batman (1940) 401 CGC 9.6

Paper: White

Label #4609496004

Legends crossover: Chapter 1. Batman and Robin are on the case when Magpie commits murder in her compulsive quest to collect bird-themed gemstones. "A Bird In The Hand..." Script by Barbara J. Randall, art by Trevor Von Eeden. Magpie previously appeared in Man Of Steel #3. Brian Bolland pin-up. John Byrne cover. 1st printing. NOTE: Most issues from 397-432 were reprinted in 1989 and sold in multipacks. These 2nd and 3rd prints have back cover ads dated 1989. 36 Pages, Full Color. Cover price $0.75.

Fantastic Four (1961 1st Series) 296D CGC 9.4 SS Rubinstein

Paper: White

Signed by Joe Rubinstein on 7/26/23.

Label #2739684004

Direct Edition. Marvel 25th Anniversary Cover - "Homecoming!" Story by Stan Lee and Jim Shooter. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith (pgs. 1-5); Barry Windsor-Smith, Kerry Gammill, and Vince Colletta (pgs. 6-10); Ron Frenz and Bob Wiacek (pgs. 11-20); Al Milgrom and Klaus Jansen (pgs. 21-30); John Buscema and Steve Leialoha (pgs. 31-40); Marc Silvestri and Joe Rubenstein (pgs. 41-49); Jerry Ordway and Joe Sinnott (pg. 50); Jerry Ordway and Bob Wiacek (pgs. 51-57); and Jerry Ordway and Joe Sinnott (pgs. 58-64). Don't miss the story that was 25 years in the making. Stan Lee returns to the pages of the Fantastic Four for one of the most important stories in their illustrious history and he's brought a host Marvel's best and most talented along with him for the ride. Reed and the team return to Monster Island in search of their missing friend - the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing. But what they find when they get there is the last "thing" they expected! Featuring the Mole Man, Wyatt Wingfoot, and a pin-up by John Buscema and Joe Sinnott. 68 pages and No ads! Cover price $1.50.

New Mutants (1983 1st Series) 45D CGC 9.8

Paper: White

Label #4439442006

Direct Edition. Marvel 25th Anniversary. Cover art by Barry Windsor-Smith. We Were Only Foolin', script by Chris Claremont, pencils by Jackson Guice, inks by Kyle Baker; One of the New Mutants' friends at Salem Center high school receives a note indicating that some of his classmates know that he is a mutant and will call X-Factor; he commits suicide; Shadowcat gives an impassioned speech about prejudice at his memorial. This story takes place during the days when X-Factor is believed to be a group of mutant hunters (X-Factor #1-#25). 36 pgs. $0.75. Cover price $0.75.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 211D VF+ 8.5

Direct Edition. Marvel 25th Anniversary Cover - Mutant Massacre tie-in - "Massacre!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr., Bret Blevins, and Al Williamson This issue continues one of the darkest chapters in mutant history. A mercenary force called the Marauders attempts to commit genocide on the outcast Morlocks, and the only thing standing in their way is the X-Men and X-Factor. This is a storyline that has repercussions on the X-titles for years to come. When the X-Men finally catch up to the murderous villains one of the costliest battles in X-Men history follows. It's a battle that will leave several members of the team severely injured. Story continues in New Mutants #46 and Power Pack #27. NOTE: Includes the Mutant Massacre Map, a key to following the events in this pivotal storyline. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.75.