Auctions: comic books in 'Star Wars', graded by CGC

Marvel Comics Super Special (1977) 16 CGC 8.0

Paper: White

Label #3913990002

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. The official comic book adaptation of the George Lucas classic. Written by Archie Goodwin, with art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Lettered by Rick Veitch! Story later reprinted in Marvels Star Wars #39-44. Full color; 96 pages. Painted cover by Bob Larkin. Cover price $2.00.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 1 CGC 9.6 1st Printing

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Label #4424305003

1st printing, standard 30 Cent Newsstand Edition with UPC. "A New Hope!" Part 1 of 6. Based on the screenplay by George Lucas. Adapted by Roy Thomas. Art by Howard Chaykin and Steve Leialoha.

A Long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...the galaxy is engrossed in an intergalactic civil war. A small band of freedom fighters led by Princess Leia opposes the evil Galactic Empire and steals the plans to their most destructive weapon, the Death Star. Darth Vader, the most feared name in the galaxy, will stop at nothing to recover those stolen plans and the location of the Rebel's secret base of operations. Now, it's up to farm boy Luke Skywalker and a motley band of heroes to save the Princess and the galaxy from the darkness that has engulfed it. Cover price $0.30.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 7 CGC 9.6 1st Printing

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Label #4172135009

1st printing Newsstand Edition."New Planets, New Perils!" Written by Roy Thomas. Art by Howard Chaykin and Frank Springer. Following the destruction of the Death Star, Han Solo and Chewbacca embark on a deadly solo mission on a strange and dangerous world. Cover price $0.35.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 39D CGC 9.4

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Label #4495160002

Direct Edition. The Empire Strikes Back: Part 1 of 6. "The Empire Strikes Back." Script by Archie Goodwin, art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Note: Part 1 of movie adaptation; based on the movie script; both Williamson and Garzon pencil and ink the art for this series. Cover by Williamson and Garzon. Cover price $0.50.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 42D CGC 9.2 Direct Variant

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Label #4495147015

Direct Edition. The Empire Strikes Back: Part 4 of 6. And now...the bounty hunters! "To Be a Jedi!" Script by Archie Goodwin, art by Al Williamson and Carlos Garzon. Note: Part 4 of movie adaptation; based on the movie script; Williamson and Garzon both pencil and ink the art for this series. Plus: 5-page "Star Wars British Cover Gallery," featuring art by Carmine Infantino, Gene Day and Dan Green. Cover by Williamson and Garzon. Cover price $0.50.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) 102 CGC 9.6

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Label #4494428014

Luke and Lando return to Iskalon to tell Kiro's family of his death. Waiting for them...ruthless Nagai invaders. And Iskalon's staunchest defender is...Kiro himself! "School Spirit" is written by Jo Duffy, with art by Sal Buscema and Sam De La Rosa. Cover by Kerry Gammill and Sam De La Rosa. Cover price $0.65.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) Whitman 3-Pack Diamond Variants 17WHITMAN CGC 9.6 1st Printing

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Multi-Pack Edition.

Label #4130860001

1st printing, Direct Market Edition - often referred to as Whitman Editions by collectors because the very early direct market editions, identified by the large diamond price boxes, were distributed almost exclusively in sealed Whitman value packs.

"Crucible!" Written by Archie Goodwin and Chris Claremont. Art by Herb Trimpe and Al Milgrom. This issue features a previously untold adventure of the hero at the Battle of the Death Star - Luke Skywalker. Back on the barren world of Tatooine, young Luke must face his fears and a band of Tusken Sandraiders to save his friend, Biggs, in order to grow into the hero he would certainly one day become. Cover price $0.35.

Star Wars (1977 Marvel) Whitman 3-Pack Diamond Variants 18WHITMAN CGC 9.2 1st Printing

Paper: White

Multi-Pack Edition

Label #4130861002

1st printing, Direct Market Edition - often referred to as Whitman Editions by collectors because the very early direct market editions, identified by the large diamond price boxes, were distributed almost exclusively in sealed Whitman value packs.

"The Empire Strikes!" Written by Archie Goodwin. Art by Carmine Infantino and Gene Day. After the destruction of the Death Star, Luke, Han, Leia, and the rest have become the most wanted people in the galaxy. So you can imagine the Empire's delight when the crew of the Millennium Falcon seemingly falls right into their grasp. Cover price $0.35.

Star Wars Dawn of the Jedi (2011 Dark Horse) 0A CGC 9.6 Migliari

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Label #3819854004

It began with the mysterious pyramid ships-the Tho Yor-scattered to the eight corners of the galaxy, and ended with the establishment of an Order that would change the universe forever. Here's your first look at the Star Wars of 25,000 years ago - before there were lightsabers, when the ties to the Force were new, and before the Jedi spread out into the galaxy.""(W) John Ostrander (A) Jan Duursema (CA) Rodolfo Migliari Cover price $3.50.

Star Wars Dawn of the Jedi (2011 Dark Horse) 1A CGC 9.6 Duursema

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Label #3819854003

Cover by Jan Duursema (W) John Ostrander (A) Dan Parsons On the planet Tython, in the center of the galaxy, an order of warrior monks strives to maintain peace and to balance the mysterious power known as the Force. But a stranger is coming-one who will destroy both peace and balance, and open the galaxy to exploration and conquest. This is where it all begins! John Ostrander and Jan Duursema of Star Wars: Legacy fame reveal the mythic age of the Jedi's beginnings! Cover price $3.50.

Star Wars Revelations (2022 Marvel) 1B CGC 9.8

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Variant Edition.

Label #4176840095

Written by Marc Guggenheim. Art by Salvador Larroca; Marvel Various. Cover by Peach Momoko. THE CAN'T-MISS STAR WARS ISSUE OF THE YEAR! After WAR OF THE BOUNTY HUNTERS came CRIMSON REIGN…now in the midst of HIDDEN EMPIRE, Qi'ra has shaken the galactic landscape to its core! …But what lies beyond for the Rebellion? For the Empire? What role do the bounty hunters play? And what is happening to Doctor Aphra? Witness the next step in the legacy of heroes and scoundrels in the galaxy far, far away as MARC GUGGENHEIM (HAN SOLO & CHEWBACCA) is joined by a ragtag team of artists to bring you an explosive tale you won't soon forget! The path to the future of STAR WARS starts here! Cover price $5.99.

Star Wars Tales of the Jedi (1993) 1A CGC 9.8

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Label #4016325006

Written by Tom Veitch. Art by Chris Gossett and Mike Barreiro. Cover by Dave Dorman. Before the rise of the Empire, before the legendary exploits of Luke, Han, and Leia, there was a galaxy linked together by the newly formed Republic and the roaming warriors of legend -- the Jedi Knights! Journey back four thousand years before Star Wars: A New Hope and learn of the time when the Jedi Knights were the most powerful, most respected force in the galaxy. A time when many worlds and civilizations fell to the Dark Side of the Force, and the only hope of millions of innocent beings were the legion of Jedi sworn to protect them. A time of great adventure -- and greater danger! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

Star Wars The High Republic (2021 Marvel) 1A CGC 9.8 Noto

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Label #3985928020

Written by Cavan Scott. Art by Ario Anindito. Cover by Phil Noto. BEFORE THE SKYWALKER SAGA! THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE JEDI! A new era of STAR WARS storytelling begins. It is centuries before the SKYWALKER SAGA. The JEDI are at their height, protecting the galaxy as REPUBLIC pioneers push out into new territories. As the Frontier prepares for the dedication of majestic STARLIGHT BEACON, PADAWAN KEEVE TRENNIS faces the ultimate choice - will she complete her Jedi Trials or rescue the innocent from disaster? New Jedi! New ships! New evils to fight! 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Star Wars The High Republic (2021 Marvel) 1A CGC 9.8 Noto

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Label #3985928017

Written by Cavan Scott. Art by Ario Anindito. Cover by Phil Noto. BEFORE THE SKYWALKER SAGA! THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE JEDI! A new era of STAR WARS storytelling begins. It is centuries before the SKYWALKER SAGA. The JEDI are at their height, protecting the galaxy as REPUBLIC pioneers push out into new territories. As the Frontier prepares for the dedication of majestic STARLIGHT BEACON, PADAWAN KEEVE TRENNIS faces the ultimate choice - will she complete her Jedi Trials or rescue the innocent from disaster? New Jedi! New ships! New evils to fight! 28 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $3.99.

Star Wars The High Republic Adventures (2021 IDW) 1 CGC 9.8 Tolibao Variant

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Label #1618523086

Written by Daniel Jose Older. Art and Cover by Harvey Tolibao. IDW joins The High Republic with all-ages adventures tying into the larger High Republic story! Flaming destruction is coming to Trymant IV! A remnant of the Hyperspace Disaster appears in the sky, and Zeen and her best friend Krix have only minutes to get to the Elders of the Path and find safety! Meanwhile, Master Yoda, Master Baro, and a group of Padawans are racing towards the disaster for a daring rescue mission. 28 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Star Wars the Mandalorian (2023 Marvel) Season 2 5E CGC 9.8

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Rahzzah "Virgin" Edition

Label #4442448005

Limited 1 for 100 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Rodney Barnes. Art by Georges Jeanty. Cover by Rahzzah. THE JEDI! THE MANDALORIAN journeys to a world ruled by a cruel magistrate who has made a powerful enemy. Featuring JEDI MASTER AHSOKA! 36 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $4.99.