Midnight Tales #No. 10
Charlton Comics • Midnight Tales Vol. 1
Writer
Joe Gill
Interior Artist
Wayne Howard
Cover Artist
Wayne Howard
Publication Date
December 1974
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology horror comic featuring macabre tales hosted by Professor Coffin. This issue features stories involving creepy marionettes and psychological horror elements.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Obvious heavy reading wear, heavy vertical rolling crease across the center of the cover, spine roll, numerous spine stress lines with color breaks, corner blunting and creasing, edge chipping along the right margin, and general surface scuffing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw estimated value: $15 - $30. Graded (CGC 4.0) estimated value: $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade Charlton horror books from the 1970s in VG condition range generally between $20 and $50 depending on the specific title demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) given the low market value of this issue and grade; the grading and shipping fees would exceed the added value of the slab.
Notable Features
Classic 1970s Charlton horror anthology featuring work by horror master Wayne Howard, complete with original 25 cent cover price and Charlton bullseye logo.
Authentication Notes
Appears completely authentic with correct paper stock, standard newsprint aging/tanning on edges, period-accurate printing dots, and standard Charlton comic production characteristics.