G.I. COMBAT ##163
DC Comics • G.I. Combat Vol. 1
Writer
Archie Goodwin / Robert Kanigher
Interior Artist
Sam Glanzman / Russ Heath
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
August 1973
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the 'Haunted Tank' story 'The 13th Choice' and the 'U.S.S. Stevens' story 'The End?'. The Haunted Tank crew encounters Gus, a former member who has been living in the wild.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Heavy wear visible through the polybag including deep color-breaking creases across the bottom right corner, significant spine stress and splitting at the bottom left, corner blunting, and noticeable edge wear. The cover appears to have significant surface scratching and light staining.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD; Graded (CGC 2.0): $25 - $35 USD
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies (VF 8.0) average around $40-$50, while low-grade copies like this typically sell for $10 or less in bulk lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $30-40) exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
Bronze Age war comic. Features the Haunted Tank, one of DC's most enduring war features. Classic Joe Kubert cover art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 20-cent Bronze Age DC comic. Paper density and color registration are consistent with 1973 production standards. Visible aging on the paper edges matches the era.