Paragon Illustrated #1 VG+ 4.5 1972 For Sale

Staple rust.

This is a low grade item. It will be complete and readable, but will show significant wear. Allowed defects for this grade include: spine roll, a moderate amount of staining or water damage, writing or other marks on the cover, up to one inch spine splits or other tears, a cover or centerfold that is detached at one staple, discoloration due to oxidation, and a minor piece or pieces missing. An item could be assigned this grade due to either an accumulation of minor/moderate defects or one or two major defects.

Edited by Bill Black. Stories by Bill Black. Art by Bill Black and F. Stuart Smith. One of the first publications by AC Comics (back when it was still known as Paragon Publications), showcasing the lines early emphasis on Golden Age superheroes and Good Girl art. The first drawing of Synn (aka Girl from LSD) ever published; The Starmasters; A Nick Fury centerfold inspired by Steranko. Synn; Starmasters. 8.5-in. x 11-in. 36 pages, B&W.

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