The Twilight Zone ##27
Gold Key Comics (Western Publishing) • The Twilight Zone Vol. 1
Writer
Unknown (likely Uncredited)
Interior Artist
Adolfo Buylla, Giovanni Ticci
Cover Artist
George Wilson
Publication Date
August 1968
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Anthology series based on Rod Serling's television show. This issue features stories titled 'The Iron Horses', 'The Specter', and 'The Long Sleep'. It includes Rod Serling's introductory segments as illustrated transitions.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress ticks; heavy corner blunting and minor rounding; possible slight water stains or tanning near the bottom edge; shelf wear across the front cover surface; moderate edge wear and micro-tears.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $25.00; Graded (CGC 4.0): $45.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies vary between $15 and $30. Higher grades (9.0+) can command over $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $30-$50) likely exceeds the final market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
Features the iconic 12-cent price point and the 'Gold Key' logo. Contains classic 1960s sci-fi anthology storytelling with painted cover art style typical of George Wilson.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the typical paper stock aging, the specific Gold Key logo typography, and the ink characteristics of the 1960s printing process.