Adventure Comics #97 (1945) – CGC 6.0

Artist: DC Comics (Various Golden Age creators)
Title: Adventure Comics #97
Year: 1945
Medium: Original Golden Age comic book, CGC-graded
Dimensions: Standard Golden Age US comic format
Edition: Original first-print comic (CGC-certified)
Publisher: DC Comics, USA
Type of work: Premium Collectible – Golden Age Comic Book
Framing: CGC encapsulated (slabbed)

Description

Adventure Comics #97 (1945) is a standout Golden Age Premium Collectible, encapsulating a critical era in early DC Comics history. Graded CGC 6.0, this issue is an exceptional rarity, with only four copies known in this grade worldwide and just 20 copies graded higher. Its preservation and scarcity make it a significant investment-level piece for serious collectors.

The cover is illustrated by legendary comic-book pioneers Jack Kirby and Joe Simon, whose dynamic wartime imagery helped define the heroic visual language of the 1940s. Their contributions to early DC and Timely Comics shaped what superhero art would become for decades.

Inside, the issue features stories by Joe Samachson and artwork from several notable Golden Age illustrators, including Del Bourgo, Kaye, Shumaker, Gershwin, and Cazeneuve. The book reflects DC’s storytelling style at the tail end of World War II—a mix of patriotic tone, moral adventure, and early superhero mythology.

With off-white to white pages, this CGC-graded copy has preserved its colors, structure, and readability remarkably well. As Golden Age DC books continue to rise in demand, Adventure Comics #97 stands as a historically meaningful, visually striking, and highly collectible example of wartime-era comic publishing.

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FAQ

Is this an authentic 1945 Golden Age comic?
Yes — it is an original first-print 1945 DC Comics publication, certified by CGC.

How rare is Adventure Comics #97 in CGC 6.0?
Extremely rare: only 4 copies exist worldwide at this grade.

What makes this issue valuable?
Its Golden Age origin, Kirby/Simon cover, scarcity, CGC certification, and wartime publication year.

Does the comic include Superman content?
It includes early DC superhero and adventure stories connected to the expanding Superman universe of the 1940s.

What is the page quality?
CGC notes off-white to white pages, outstanding for its age.

Is CGC 6.0 considered a strong grade for the Golden Age?
Yes — Golden Age comics are difficult to find above 5.0 due to wartime paper quality and circulation.

Is this slab ready for display?
Yes — the comic is sealed in a protective CGC case suitable for archival storage or wall display.

Do you ship CGC comics internationally?
Yes — CGC slabs are shipped worldwide with reinforced packaging and insurance.