Target Comics #Vol. 7 #7 (#73)
FNovelty Press / Curtis Publishing • Target Comics Vol. 7
Writer
Joe Albright, Charles Quinlan
Interior Artist
Joe Albright, Charles Quinlan, Fred Guardineer
Cover Artist
Joe Albright
Publication Date
September 1946
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the lead character 'The Target' and his Targeteers. This issue includes adventure stories typical of the late Golden Age, often featuring Jungle stories (as seen on the cover with the lion), detective shorts, and superhero action.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible page yellowing/tanning through the plastic; minor color-breaking spine stress lines; edge wear along the right side; minor corner blunting; light surface scuffing and small creases consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $120; Graded (CGC 4.0): $150 - $225
Recent Sales
Comparable Golden Age issues from Novelty Press in mid-low grades typically sell in the $75-$150 range depending on the specific characters featured.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a rare Golden Age book, the condition appears to be in the 4.0 range. Grading would protect the item, but the value increase may be offset by grading and shipping fees unless it presses to a significantly higher grade.
Notable Features
Classic Golden Age 'Lion' cover by Joe Albright; features The Target and the Targeteers; characteristic yellow background of the 1940s Novelty Press run.
Authentication Notes
The paper aging, ink saturation, and 10-cent cover price styling are consistent with late 1940s printing techniques. No obvious signs of restoration or reproduction are visible in the image.