{"product_id":"haunted-thrills-18-1954-graded-cgc-4-5-vg","title":"Haunted Thrills #18 (1954) Graded CGC 4.5 VG+","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis copy of \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHaunted Thrills #18\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e—published by \u003cb\u003eAjax-Farrell (Star Publications)\u003c\/b\u003e in 1954—has been professionally evaluated, graded, and encapsulated by \u003cb\u003eCGC (Certified Guaranty Company)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePre-Code Horror Classic:\u003c\/b\u003e Released during the height of the 1950s Pre-Code Horror era, this landmark issue features graphic artwork and classic dark tales by iconic artists including \u003cb\u003eMatt Fox\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eFrank Frazetta\u003c\/b\u003e (interior art duties), and \u003cb\u003eL.B. Cole\u003c\/b\u003e. Infamous for the shock value and macabre themes that ultimately led to the Senate Subcommittee hearings on juvenile delinquency and the creation of the Comics Code Authority, original \u003ci\u003eHaunted Thrills\u003c\/i\u003e issues are among the most sought-after vintage horror comics in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat a 4.5 Means:\u003c\/b\u003e A CGC grade of \u003cb\u003e4.5 Very Good+\u003c\/b\u003e represents a solid, highly presentable mid-grade copy of a classic Pre-Code Horror issue. The book remains completely intact with good cover clarity and strong eye appeal, displaying moderate wear typical for a heavily read 1950s newsstand issue (such as spine stress, cover creasing, or minor surface scuffing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGuaranteed Authenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e CGC experts independently verify that the book is an official, original 1st printing from 1954 and confirm its condition before sealing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePermanent Preservation:\u003c\/b\u003e Housed in CGC’s archival-quality, tamper-evident plastic shell (\"slab\"), this heavy-duty casing protects the delicate 1950s newsprint from dust, moisture, UV degradation, and further handling wear—ensuring its historical value and iconic status remain preserved indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ajax-Farrell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49004365217962,"sku":"4749502008","price":794.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0510\/3052\/4074\/files\/CGC4749502-008_OBV.jpg?v=1785802663","url":"https:\/\/digitalheroes.com\/products\/haunted-thrills-18-1954-graded-cgc-4-5-vg","provider":"Digital Heroes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}