Fightin' Marines ##72
Charlton Comics • Fightin' Marines (Vol. 1)
Writer
Joe Gill (attributed)
Interior Artist
Bill Montes; Ernie Bache
Cover Artist
Unknown / Charlton House Style
Publication Date
January 1967
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A collection of anthology war stories focusing on the United States Marine Corps. This issue features the lead story 'Gung Ho!' followed by 'The Silent Ones' and 'No Place for a Rookie'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress, significant corner blunting at bottom left and top right, presence of a price sticker on the top right cover, possible edge wear and minor surface scuffing/soiling on the light areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 4.0): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Low-grade copies of mid-to-late 60s Charlton war comics typically sell for under $15. Higher mid-grades (6.0+) can reach $30-$40.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading generally exceed the market value for this specific non-key issue in this condition grade.
Notable Features
Includes a distinctive 'Leathernecks in Combat' header. Features the 'Stories of Our Nation's Heroes in Action' tagline. Silver Age Charlton war comic.
Authentication Notes
The wear patterns, 12c price point, and Charlton logo appear consistent with authentic 1967 production standards.