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ACTION COMICS #272 [DC COMICS] 1961 VG-

ACTION COMICS #272 [DC COMICS] 1961 VG-

Please refer to the accompanying photos for condition, we are amateur graders, all best efforts are taken when indicating a likely grade. Should you require further photos, please contact us.

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Series Title: Action Comics (DC, 1938 series)

Issue #: 272

Story Title:

  • Superman's Rival, Mental Man!
  • The Second Supergirl!

Date of Publication: January 1961

Edition: Standard Edition

Publisher: National Comics Publications, Inc. (DC Comics)

Country of Origin: United States

Language: English

Cover Price: 0.10 USD

Cover Artists: Curt Swan, Stan Kaye

Artists: Curt Swan, Stan Kaye, Jim Mooney, Henry Boltinoff, Bernard Baily

Writers: Jerry Siegel, Otto Binder, Henry Boltinoff, Jack Schiff

Characters: Superman, Supergirl, Lois Lane, Perry White, Jimmy Olsen, Lana Lang, Lucy Lane, Mental Man, Marvel Maid, Marvel Man, Aquaman, Aqualad, Krypto

Key Facts:

  • Iconic early Silver Age issue featuring two strong Superman-family stories.
  • "Superman's Rival, Mental Man!" involves Lois Lane’s comic strip hero seemingly coming to life (a hoax featuring Aquaman).
  • "The Second Supergirl!" introduces Marvel Maid and Marvel Man from a parallel world (early multiverse theme).
  • Saddle-stitched with glossy colour cover on newsprint interior.
  • Highly collectible 1961 DC comic showcasing the popularity of Superman and Supergirl during the Silver Age.

Page Count: 36 pages

Condition: Please refer to the accompanying photos for condition, we are amateur graders, all best efforts are taken when indicating a likely grade. Should you require further photos, please contact us. Includes archival bag and board.

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