Captain America and the Falcon #138 - June 1971 - Marvel Comics Group - Bronze Age - 15 Cents
An early issue of the Captain America and the Falcon title from June 1971 -- the 15¢ cover price marks this as a genuine early Bronze Age book. A packed city street battle cover: Cap and Redwing take on a massive green-and-gold villain over a bridge, with police and civilians below, while the Falcon (shown in his new red costume in the header inset) swoops in. The ROMITA signature is visible at the bottom left of the cover -- a hallmark of the high-quality John Romita artwork of this era.
Condition: Fair to Very Good (fair to very good in range)
Cover illustration colors are vivid and recognizable. All four corners show wear consistent with a 54-year-old early Bronze Age book. Bottom right corner has the most notable fraying and spine separation. Top corners show moderate tanning and softening. No missing pieces from the cover. Honest description -- photos show all flaws clearly.
Picked up at a garage sale as part of a collection. Genuine early Bronze Age Marvel -- Captain America and the Falcon, John Romita era!
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Photos may show slight watermarks from protective sleeve. All sales final. Ships in a bag and board with cardboard protection.
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