Weird Mystery Tales #18 (DC Comics, 1975) 1st Lucien the Librarian Sandman

📸 Description:
Original Weird Mystery Tales #18, published by DC Comics in May 1975, featuring the first appearance of Lucien the Librarian, a character later reimagined by Neil Gaiman in The Sandman. With its sea monster mayhem cover, classic Bronze Age horror storytelling, and connection to a major literary universe, this issue is a key collectible for DC and Sandman fans alike.

🛠️ Detailed Condition:
✔️ Cover:
– Bright, rich colors with good gloss retention.
– Minor spine stress lines and light rubbing near edges.
– Small color breaks on spine typical of its age.
– No tears or major creases.

✔️ Corners & Edges:
– Corners are slightly blunted but intact.
– Minimal stacking wear on upper right edge.

✔️ Interior Pages:
– Pages are off-white to cream – supple and fully attached.
– No writing, cutouts, or missing pages.
– Bold inks and solid readability throughout.

✔️ Back Cover:
– Fully intact with strong color on the “Make Money – Get Prizes” ad.
– Light aging and surface toning along the spine and outer edge.
– No tape, tears, or water damage.

📏 Grade Estimate (Raw):
Estimated 5.5 to 6.5 (Fine– to Fine+). Presents well. Could improve with a professional press and clean.

🔍 Keywords for Collectors & Enthusiasts:
Weird Mystery Tales 18, first Lucien appearance, DC horror comic, Sandman prelude comic, DC Bronze Age key, Lucien the Librarian, Neil Gaiman Sandman origin, vintage horror comic book, 1970s DC comics, monster cover key issue

📦 Ships Bagged & Boarded – Gemini Mailer Included
🎁 Great addition for collectors of Sandman lore, horror fans, or DC key hunters!