Timmy the Timid Ghost ##7
Charlton Comics • Timmy the Timid Ghost Vol. 1
Writer
Joe Gill (uncredited)
Interior Artist
Charles Nicholas (pencils) and Vince Alascia (inks)
Cover Artist
Charles Nicholas (pencils) and Vince Alascia (inks)
Publication Date
December 1967
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A lighthearted Silver Age humor story featuring Timmy, a ghost who is ironically afraid of everything. This issue features stories where Timmy confronts his fears, including encounters with prehistoric-themed monsters (as seen on the dinosaur-themed cover).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible writing on the top edge/title area in ink; significant spine stress with color-breaking ticks; corner blunting and minor rounding on the bottom right; noticeable edge wear and tanning on the white margins; probable centerfold or staple wear based on age and visible storage state.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $20.00; Graded (CGC 4.0): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade Silver Age Charlton humor titles range between $12 and $25 depending on demand for specific characters like Timmy or Casper-like clones.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees ($25+) plus shipping would likely exceed the market value of the book in this condition. Best kept as a raw reader copy or for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features the 12-cent silver age price point; includes a humor cover with a dinosaur dream sequence; notable for being a Charlton publication which often had lower production quality and paper stock compared to Marvel or DC.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic with correct Charlton branding, period-accurate color registration, and standard newsstand distribution markings. The ink signature on the top cover is a common 'owner mark' from that era.