Fightin' Marines ##88
Charlton Comics • Fightin' Marines Vol. 1
Writer
Joe Gill (credited for Charlton war titles)
Interior Artist
Sam Glanzman
Cover Artist
Sam Glanzman
Publication Date
July 1969
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct (12 cent price point)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A collection of stories featuring 'Our Nation's Heroes in Action'. This issue features the 'Gung Ho!' storyline involving intense combat scenes typical of Sam Glanzman's renowned war artwork.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress, corner rounding, edge wear, and possible surface scuffing. Significant price sticker remnant or label on the top right corner. Light creasing on bottom right. General shelf wear consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 4.0): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Copies of this era and title in mid-grade condition typically sell for under $20 on eBay and other primary marketplaces.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the market value of the comic. Best kept as a raw reader/colllector copy.
Notable Features
Features art by Sam Glanzman, who was a WWII veteran known for his realistic depiction of military life. Key features include the 12-cent silver age price mark and the 'Leathernecks in Combat' tagline.
Authentication Notes
The wear patterns, Charlton logo placement, andSam Glanzman's signature style align with authentic copies of the 1969 printing.