Item Specifics

Series Name

Captain America (1968)

Issue Number

174

Publisher

Marvel

Genre

Superhero

Grade

9.0 VF/NM

Item Description

As a 40 year serious collector I have acquired a vast inventory of most major Marvel and DC titles, as well as many Independents, Graphic Novels, Trades and hard Cover books. I believe my grading to be conservative and based on one THING, Can the book pull the said grade from Third Party Graders Like CGC, and CBCS. Ive submitted many books for grading and I have also cracked out plenty of CGC and CBCS books for my personal collection over the years. I will securely and promptly ship all orders and will be more than happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have. I will continue adding more comics, cards and books to my store here. Thank You for stopping by for a look.Ive been an Hip member since 1999 and a Top Rated Hip seller with 100% Positive Feedback for over a decade.

The time has come for me to start selling my treasured High Grade Captain America collection. As a life long collector of high grade comic books I completed this Captain America Run, Yes ALL 454 issues. It took me a little over 10 years to complete the entire run in the higher grades I was looking for. Some were cracked out from CGC / CBCS slabs. I will be listing more my high grade Captain America books as time allows.

All the books I will be listing are Original unaltered books. None have ever been pressed or altered in any way.
I have been a long term seller of Comic Books and other collectables for over 20 Years and Hip Comic for the past 5 years. Please check my feedback.
My goal is a Smooth transaction with serious buyers looking to add higher grade Silver Age books to the collections.

Book Information & Description:

CAPTAIN AMERICA #174 (9.0 VFN/NM ) Secret Emipre, Gil Kane, John Romita Cover 1974

* "It's Always Darkest...!" Guest-starring the X-Men. Script by Steve Englehart. Pencils by Sal Buscema. Inks by Vince Colletta. Cover by Gil Kane (pencils), John Romita Sr. (layouts), and Frank Giacoia. Somewhere in the Desert Southwest lies the hidden headquarters of the Secret Empire. And at this moment Steve Rogers and Sam Wilson are inside it -- posing as the empire's newest henchmen. Meanwhile on the outside, Professor X uses his telepathic powers to guide their movements and keep them safe. However eventually Steve and Sam are exposed! And the mayhem begins! The Secret Empire sends two dozen of its agents to kill Cap and the Falcon! But then Cyclops and Marvel Girl enter the fray! In time all combatants reach the empire's top secret laboratory...where they make an incredible discovery!The empire is indeed evil. Cameo appearances by Moonstone, Quentin Harderman, Linda Donaldson, the Blob, Mastermind, Mesmero, Unus, Havok, Lorna Dane, Angel, Iceman, and the Beast. (Notes: The leader of the Secret Empire mentions the actual Watergate Scandal taking place in the UnitedStates in 1974. The letters page includes an essay from Stan Lee and Roy Thomas concerning the recent price increase. The letters page also contains Marvel Value Stamp series A #48 Kraven by Steve Ditko.) 36 pages.

* Welcome back to another outstanding issue from my high Grade Captain America collection! This Cap issue continues Steve Englehart's legendary "Secret Empire" story line, which is arguably one of the greatest story lines ever put to paper! The book up for your consideration and viewing pleasure is yet another highly condition sensitive black cover book that display Like New qualities with VERY minimal to no wear. Mainly just a hint of edge wear and a tiny corner fold on back. The book features Original cover Color and Gloss with a beautiful crease free surface. Adding to its eye appeal is a perfect cover wrap. The interior is complete with White page Quality with the Kraven Marvel Value Stamp by Steve Ditko intact, NO: Cut Ots Writing,Stains,Etc.. I believe the book to be a strong 9.0 VFN/NM candidate with most any grading company, possibly even a 9.2 NM on any given day, Lord knows Ive seen lesser books in NM slabs. Good Luck Finding a nicer copy of this classic Bronze Age Cap Book.... Your gonna need it.

* Flat spine with clean tight staples( couple tiny stresses by staples )

* Outstanding Original Cover Color and Gloss with very minor surface wear(NO Creases)

* Solid Edges and Corners (small corner fold on back)

* White Page Quality

* Book Is Complete With the Steve Ditko Kraven Marvel Value Stamp. NO: Cut Outs, Writing, etc....

* MyComicShop has no comparable copies, with a 6.0 FN being the highest grade, listed at $8.50

* Book has been stored in E.Gerber Mylar with acid free board and Micro chamber paper for the last 10-15 Years

Please be sure to check my other listings for more beautiful Silver and Bronze age books.

Shipping
My packaging and shipping are second to NONE. I DO NOT skimp on packaging comic books. I use only top rated Gemini Mailers with heavy rigid cardboard to ensure each and every book I send out gets to your door in undamaged condition! Please Check My feedback on packaging.

Thank You for stopping by for a look at this Classic Captain America Book. Please feel free to contact me with ANY questions or concerns you might have. Im always interested in talking Comic Books!

Regards

John Clayes

BigRedOne1944

Seller Information

Seller

BigRedOne1944 (1516)

Registered Since

08/01/2019

Feedback

99.9%

Store

BigRedOne Comics, Cards, Collectibles

Item Location

Illinois, United States

Ships To

United States

Returns Accepted

Yes

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