G.I. Joe #No. 10
Ziff-Davis • G.I. Joe (1950 Series)
Writer
Unknown
Interior Artist
Irving Novick, Mike Sekowsky (attributed)
Cover Artist
Irving Novick
Publication Date
April 1952
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Joe Flies The Payroll' as advertised on the cover. Additional stories typically include 'More Gal Trouble' and 'He Always Returns'. Key character Joe is depicted in a high-action combat scene.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and surface wear. Significant color-breaking creases across the cover, particularly near the top and bottom edges. Corner blunting is evident. Presence of a non-original price sticker on the top right. Likely tanning or yellowing of interior pages based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $40.00 - $70.00 USD; Graded (CGC 4.0): $120.00 - $150.00 USD
Recent Sales
Copies in mid-grade (VG/FN) typically sell between $50 and $90. Higher grades reaching $250+. The $60 sticker price on the bag aligns with current raw market trends for a mid-collector grade copy.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless the collector desires preservation of Golden Age war comics. While a 1952 issue is significant, the current condition (surface creasing and sticker) may limit its return on investment after grading fees.
Notable Features
Early Golden Age war comic; Ziff-Davis era of G.I. Joe which predates the Hasbro toy line and Marvel series. Features painted-style artwork typical of the era's military titles.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with period-appropriate logo design and '52 Big Pages' indicator. High-gloss bag makes surface inspection difficult, but paper aging and color depth match mid-century printing standards.