Super Comics #No. 93
Dell Publishing • Super Comics
Writer
Chester Gould, Harold Gray, Martin Branner
Interior Artist
Chester Gould, Harold Gray, Martin Branner
Cover Artist
Chester Gould (Dick Tracy)
Publication Date
February 1944
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology title featuring reprints of popular newspaper comic strips. Features Dick Tracy by Chester Gould, Little Orphan Annie by Harold Gray, Smitty by Walter Berndt, Tiny Tim, Winnie Winkle, and Harold Teen.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant surface wear and paper loss on the 'U' and 'P' of the logo, likely from tape removal. Notable ink writing ('200') at the top center. Small white price sticker on top right. Spine exhibits stress lines and minor tearing. Corners are blunted and rounded. Evidence of creasing throughout the cover and possible surface soiling.
Estimated Market Value
$20 - $45 (Raw); $75 - $120 (Graded at 2.0/3.0 range)
Recent Sales
Copies in lower mid-grade (VG 4.0) have recently sold between $50-$70. Low-grade copies like this one typically sell for under $40 due to logo damage.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The physical damage to the cover title (paper loss) and the writing on the cover significantly cap the potential grade and market value. The cost of grading would likely exceed the comic's resale value.
Notable Features
Golden Age Dell anthology. Features Dick Tracy on the cover. Notable for the 10-cent Dell branding and the sidebar showcasing multiple featured characters.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Golden Age newsprint and ink saturation consistent with 1940s production. Staple placement and 'A Dell Magazine' logo are correct for this era.