Turok, Son of Stone ##42
Gold Key • Turok, Son of Stone Vol. 1
Writer
Paul S. Newman
Interior Artist
Alberto Giolitti
Cover Artist
George Wilson (painted cover)
Publication Date
July 1964
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Turok and Andar continue their struggle for survival in 'The Lost Valley.' In this issue, titled 'Trapped in a Nest of Vulture Honkers!', the duo face giant prehistoric Pterosaurs. These issues are renowned for their high-quality painted covers and Dell/Gold Key adventure storytelling.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks. Significant corner blunting on the top and bottom left. Minor edge wear along the right side. Gloss appears decent but shows light scratching. Potential surface indentation from price sticker on the bottom right.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30.00 - $45.00 | Graded (estimated 5.0): $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for mid-grade raw copies range between $25 and $50 depending on eye appeal. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch significantly more, often exceeding $200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of shipping and grading fees would likely exceed the immediate value gain for a mid-grade representative copy of this era.
Notable Features
Includes a painted cover by George Wilson, a hallmark of the Gold Key era. Notable for its '12c' price point and the 'Gold Key' logo in the top left corner. Features the stories 'The Winged Menace' and 'The Trap'.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age Gold Key publication. Displays correct paper aging (off-white pages), staple placement compliant with Western Publishing standards, and period-correct mechanical fonts for the date and price code (10030-407).