The Best From Boys' Life #Number 3
Gilberton World-Wide Publications (A Classics Illustrated Publication) • The Best From Boys' Life Comics
Writer
Various (Anthology)
Interior Artist
Various
Cover Artist
Chesley Bonestell (Space Illustration)
Publication Date
1958
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology series republishing popular comic strips and stories from Boys' Life magazine (the official magazine of the Boy Scouts of America). This issue features sci-fi and adventure themes typical of the era, including the Space Conquerors strip.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Extensive color-breaking creases across the entire right side of the cover, significant spine wear with splitting/tears, corner blunting, small piece missing/paper loss on the bottom right edge, and visible foxing/staining on the top yellow header boarder.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30; Graded: $60 - $80 (though rarely graded in this condition)
Recent Sales
Similar mid-grade copies sell infrequently on eBay for $20-$45. Low-grade copies often appear in bulk lots of Classics Illustrated/Boy Scout memorabilia.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $30-$40 + shipping) would likely exceed the market value of the book in this 3.0 condition.
Notable Features
Published in cooperation with the Boy Scouts of America. Notable for the Chesley Bonestell cover art, who is a famous pioneer of space art. Features 'A Classics Illustrated Publication' branding.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. The paper aging, staple oxidation signs, and specific Gilberton 'Classics Illustrated' style logo and 35c price point are consistent with late 1950s production.