Beyond the Grave ##1
Modern Comics • Beyond the Grave (Modern Reprint Series)
Writer
Joe Gill (likely)
Interior Artist
Steve Ditko
Cover Artist
Steve Ditko
Publication Date
1977
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing (Modern Comics Edition)
Comic Description
An anthology horror comic featuring supernatural and suspense stories. This issue contains Steve Ditko art, which is highly sought after by collectors of Bronze Age horror. It is a reprint of Charlton Comics material.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks visible on the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom right corner. Some surface wear on the black ink backgrounds which are prone to showing scuffing. Age-related tanning visible on the bottom edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25; Graded (9.0+): $60 - $100
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of Modern Comics horror reprints have sold for between $8 and $20 depending on condition. Steve Ditko cover issues command a slight premium.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the collector has a personal preference for Ditko. The cost of grading likely exceeds the market value of a 6.0 copy. Only high-grade (9.6+) examples of these reprints typically justify the fees.
Notable Features
Features artwork by legendary Spider-Man co-creator Steve Ditko. This is a Modern Comics reprint of Charlton's Ghostly Haunts and Haunted series material, distinguishable by the 'M' logo in the top left circle.
Authentication Notes
The Modern Comics 'M' logo is consistent with the late 70s reprint series. The 35c price point is correct for the 1977 distribution year. No signs of restoration are visible from the low-resolution image.