comixcroz Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 I just finished my Jetta set this year as well. It took me years to find a #7, now they seem to be coming out of the woodwork with strong prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comixcroz Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 Also, I was very lucky to have picked up 2 pieces of pure DeCarlo Jetta art. Only 4 of the interior stories weren't finished by Fred Eng or another, unidentified artist. I paid a pretty hefty price for these (much, much more than the complete story sold for on HA several years ago). http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1215049 http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1213743 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lotemo Posted April 9, 2015 Share Posted April 9, 2015 Also, I was very lucky to have picked up 2 pieces of pure DeCarlo Jetta art. Only 4 of the interior stories weren't finished by Fred Eng or another, unidentified artist. I paid a pretty hefty price for these (much, much more than the complete story sold for on HA several years ago). http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1215049 http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1213743 Nice artwork! I remember when HA auctioned some of the artwork. I just couldn't afford to bid on it. In hindsight, I wish that I had found a way. I think that the rising Jetta prices are impacted not only by their rarity but also the fact that the Craig Yoe book and the other reprints have really drawn attention to the series and increased its desirability substantially. Prior to the reprints, it seemed to be known only to a small group of DeCarlo collectors and Archie fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comixcroz Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Also, I was very lucky to have picked up 2 pieces of pure DeCarlo Jetta art. Only 4 of the interior stories weren't finished by Fred Eng or another, unidentified artist. I paid a pretty hefty price for these (much, much more than the complete story sold for on HA several years ago). http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1215049 http://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1213743 Nice artwork! I remember when HA auctioned some of the artwork. I just couldn't afford to bid on it. In hindsight, I wish that I had found a way. I think that the rising Jetta prices are impacted not only by their rarity but also the fact that the Craig Yoe book and the other reprints have really drawn attention to the series and increased its desirability substantially. Prior to the reprints, it seemed to be known only to a small group of DeCarlo collectors and Archie fans. Yeah, I bid but not nearly as strong as I should have. I agree with you about the reprints as it always helps to gain exposure but keep in mind, that book was put out 5 years ago (and the Heritage auction was 3 years ago). I think it has more to do with the DeCarlo market in general, especially material from the 50s and early 60s. It has been an under-appreciated market for years and collectors are starting to realize it. It's not just Jetta that is heating up, it's all DeCarlo covers from the era. Showgirls, My Girl Pearl, Irmas, Humorama pin-ups and Archie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hap Hazard Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 here's a first issue of another short run, Lucy the real gone gal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Yeah, those Lucy the Real Gone Gal is on fire too. #4 was on the bay and closed at some crazy price... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Yeah, those Lucy the Real Gone Gal is on fire too. #4 was on the bay and closed at some crazy price... I also have a no. 1. It's the only issue I can recall seeing. St John seems to have put his bet on romance rather than teen humor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Whoa! I guess Lucy must be getting hot Lucy 1 eBay listing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hap Hazard Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 I saw that ebay Lucy also but asking price isn't the realized price, I guess we'll see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 Right. I would be surprised if he got that price. Do we know who did the cover art? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted April 10, 2015 Share Posted April 10, 2015 It's kinda funny. For years romance, teen age and even Archies sat unsold for very cheap prices in dealer's boxes. You couldn't give 'em away. It looks like the time has caught up and people realize how hard it is to put together runs of these and how cheap they are in guide. What's next? Classic Illustrated??? I too have a decent copy of Lucy the Real Gone Gal #1 but have hunted for years with no sucess for the rest of the run... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hap Hazard Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 only other issue I have #2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Love Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 What's next? Classic Illustrated??? I'm ready to sell into that trend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOT Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 only other issue I have #2 What a beaut'! Never saw it before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comixcroz Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 only other issue I have #2 Great cover! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sqeggs Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 What's next? Classic Illustrated??? I'm ready to sell into that trend Great book. Has there ever been a Classics Illustrated/Classic Comics thread? Although it seems like a dead title, every time I take a run at a Classic Comics original ed in an auction, I get outbid and the book goes for serious money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Mann Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 Although it seems like a dead title, every time I take a run at a Classic Comics original ed in an auction, I get outbid and the book goes for serious money. Believe me, they were not that easy to find on the newsstand...that's why I only have three issues in my collection. As I remember, they were usually sold along with 4-COLOR issues in the 5 & 10 cent stores. mm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robot Man Posted April 11, 2015 Share Posted April 11, 2015 I sold a whole short box of them recently and got surprisingly decent dough for them. Was glad to get rid of another box of books I didn't want any more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lotemo Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 I have lower grade copies of 5 and 6, but I still need a 7. I think the high bidders were hoping the grades were higher than the listed VG+, as, in fact, they appeared to be. There seems to be some discoloration, though, that might indicate tanning. So, at these prices they were definitely rolling the dice, imo. You're correct about rolling the dice. I was one of the bidders who took that chance. I have a really nice Jetta #5 but my 6 & 7 were a bit ragged. My ridiculously expensive #6 & #7 arrived from Italy today, thanks to express mail. The apparent tanning in the photos was thankfully a bit of an illusion. Here's my complete set with the two new additions. Hard to believe that these copies of #6 & 7 have been in Italy since the early 1950's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickamabob Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 You're correct about rolling the dice. I was one of the bidders who took that chance. I have a really nice Jetta #5 but my 6 & 7 were a bit ragged. My ridiculously expensive #6 & #7 arrived from Italy today, thanks to express mail. The apparent tanning in the photos was thankfully a bit of an illusion. Hard to believe that these copies of #6 & 7 have been in Italy since the early 1950's. They look great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
