Hanna-Barbera Super TV Heroes ##3
Gold Key Comics / Western Publishing • Hanna-Barbera Super TV Heroes Vol. 1
Writer
Uncredited (Likely Mark Evanier or similar staff writer)
Interior Artist
Doug Wildey, Dan Spiegle, and Mike Arens
Cover Artist
Uncredited (Likely Gene Hazelton or Dan Spiegle)
Publication Date
July 1968
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct (Standard Gold Key Price Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology featuring popular Hanna-Barbera action cartoons of the era. This issue includes stories featuring Shazzan, Birdman, The Galaxy Trio, The Herculoids, Moby Dick, and The Mighty Mightor. The lead story is titled 'Diamond of Doom'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks, color-breaking creases along the spine and right edge, significant blunting and rounding of corners, minor tears at the top edge, and a price sticker attached to the bottom right. The book displays general surface wear consistent with age and handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15.00 - $30.00 | Graded (estimated 4.0): $50.00 - $70.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies fluctuate between $20 and $45 depending on specific cover eye appeal. High-grade copies (VF or better) fetch significant premiums due to the scarcity of 1960s Gold Key issues in top condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition. The cost of CGC/CBCS services (estimated $30-$50 plus shipping) would roughly equal or exceed the final market value of a 4.0 copy. Only worth grading if it's for sentimental archival purposes.
Notable Features
Features early comic appearances of classic Alex Toth-designed characters (Shazzan, Birdman, Galaxy Trio). Gold Key logo with the 'Key' symbol in the top left corner. Contains the 12-cent price point. Notable for the crossover appeal among fans of 1960s Saturday morning animation.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1968 original. The color saturation, paper aging (slight browning visible on edges), and staple placement are consistent with Western Publishing's manufacturing process of the late 1960s. No signs of restoration or reproduction are evident.