29dukedog Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Did anyone see this? I know at least one of you did. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111288401975&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBUAA:CA:3160 Happy to already own one. Holy rat cakes!!! Somebody really wanted that one! (Of course, TAR 12 is practically as scarce as issue 9, which routinely sells for a lot more than that... ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comicnoir Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Did anyone see this? I know at least one of you did. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111288401975&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBUAA:CA:3160 Happy to already own one. Holy rat cakes!!! Somebody really wanted that one! (Of course, TAR 12 is practically as scarce as issue 9, which routinely sells for a lot more than that... ) I know, it's a tough one. That's why I was so happy to find a copy in a dealer's bin for $50.00 several years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29dukedog Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Did anyone see this? I know at least one of you did. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111288401975&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBUAA:CA:3160 Happy to already own one. Holy rat cakes!!! Somebody really wanted that one! (Of course, TAR 12 is practically as scarce as issue 9, which routinely sells for a lot more than that... ) I know, it's a tough one. That's why I was so happy to find a copy in a dealer's bin for $50.00 several years ago. I know, right? My VGish copy was $75. from James Payette, about 5 years ago. I was happy about it then... I'm thrilled about it, now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comicnoir Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 my copy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29dukedog Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Who wouldn't scoop that up for fifty bucks? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Love Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Who wouldn't scoop that up for fifty bucks? I sure would! The one last night was definitely a beater. Although the seller said the cover was attached, the bottom staple sure looked popped. I thought I had a shot at it but, the winner definitely wanted it more! The winner was someone other than the high-fb person who has been swooping in on a lot of Bakers recently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Tear drop cover! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RICK STARR Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Here is mine for $ 45.00 in San Diego 2006. ow/w pages to boot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Only a 4.5 and a 2.0 on the census. I think you folks have them beat. HA auctioned the Crippen copy as a raw a while back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
29dukedog Posted March 5, 2014 Share Posted March 5, 2014 Here is mine for $ 45.00 in San Diego 2006. ow/w pages to boot. Awesome copy! (thumbs u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JvR11 Posted March 5, 2014 Author Share Posted March 5, 2014 Did anyone see this? I know at least one of you did. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=111288401975&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBUAA:CA:3160 Happy to already own one. wow, I'm amazed at how high some of these issues are going for now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Our man, or no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tri-Color Brian Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 The woman in the doorway looks like a Baker woman, but the other two don't... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reality_consensus Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Enjoying this thread. Wonder how the Baker collectors value the photo cover issues? Some contain very interesting stories, for example: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Enjoying this thread. Wonder how the Baker collectors value the photo cover issues? Some contain very interesting stories, for example: I like 'em but -- except for the couple that are scarce -- they seem to sell at a discount. I have a feeling that some people pass over them and collect only the books with Baker covers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Love Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Comics are a line drawn medium, as compared to magazines let's say. So in my mind it's only natural that the photo covers get discounted, depending on the nature of the image. And in a genre like romance, the photos make up at least 1/4 of the full total, so they're not a memorable departure from the norm either. Now if it's a particularly standout cover, that's different. But none of the St. John photos are risque, outrageous, hilarious, weird, etc. Only one commands a real premium, because it's Marilyn. Now if you had one of those... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamstrange Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 I don't think there was any Baker involvement in this cover. Our man, or no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Love Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 either way, pretty nice copy though! Quality Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 Comics are a line drawn medium, as compared to magazines let's say. So in my mind it's only natural that the photo covers get discounted, depending on the nature of the image. And in a genre like romance, the photos make up at least 1/4 of the full total, so they're not a memorable departure from the norm either. Now if it's a particularly standout cover, that's different. But none of the St. John photos are risque, outrageous, hilarious, weird, etc. Only one commands a real premium, because it's Marilyn. Now if you had one of those... Ah, such a difficult book. How is it possible to track down such rarities? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
