Gay Comics ##21
Timely Comics (Marvel) • Gay Comics (1944-1949)
Writer
Various
Interior Artist
Various
Cover Artist
Unconfirmed (attributed to Mike Sekowsky or various Timely staff)
Publication Date
Fall 1948
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A Golden Age humor anthology series containing teen-humor stories. This issue features 'J.M. Russell, Renfrew'. The title 'Gay' in this era referred to the traditional meaning of 'cheerful' or 'joyous'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy creases on the left-hand side along the spine and upper left corner. Moderate edge wear and blunting on the corners. Appears to have significant yellowing/tanning consistent with age. Slight spine roll is possible under the poly-bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $100 - $200; Graded 4.0: $250 - $350. Values for Golden Age humor titles vary wildly based on buyer interest in "Good Girl Art" (GGA).
Recent Sales
Copies of this series in mid-grade typically sell between $150 and $400 depending on the specific issue's cover art desirability. Similar issues in 4.0-5.0 range have fetched $200 recently.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless the collector wants to preserve it, as the grading costs plus shipping may exceed the value added for a mid-to-low grade humor book.
Notable Features
Timely Comics publication (Pre-Marvel). Iconic Golden Age humor cover. Features the '10 cents' price point. Fall issue noted on cover.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Golden Age paper stock visible through aging (yellowing). Comic shows correct pagination and 'Fall Issue' numbering for the late 1940s Timely era.