The Witching Hour ##46
DC Comics • The Witching Hour Vol. 1
Writer
Leo Dorfman
Interior Artist
Ruben Yandoc
Cover Artist
Luis Dominguez
Publication Date
Sept. 1974
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology of horror and suspense stories hosted by the Three Witches: Mildred, Mordred, and Cynthia. This issue features the lead story 'The Killer Came Slithering' involving a murderous reptile presence, alongside secondary horror shorts typical of DC's Bronze Age mystery line.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks with color breaking, blunting of the top and bottom left corners, minor edge wear along the right side, and slight scuffing/shelf wear on the green background ink. Horizontal crease visible in the lower-left quadrant near the snakes.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $18.00; Graded (CGC 6.0): $45.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade (5.0-7.0) have sold between $12 and $22 on platforms like eBay. High-grade copies (9.0+) command a significant premium over these values.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of CGC/CBCS submission (shipping, fees, and handling) would likely exceed the market value of the book in this estimated 6.0 grade. Best kept in a fresh bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Bronze Age DC horror title; 'Still Only 20c' price variant corner box; features the recurring hosts Mildred, Mordred, and Cynthia; iconic Luis Dominguez cover art; 30720 product code.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. The paper aging (tanning) on the edges of the interior pages visible through the bag and the specific saturation of the 1970s DC green ink are consistent with original 1974 printings.