Witches Tales #27 (1954) Graded CGC 4.5 VG+

This copy of Witches Tales #27—published by Harvey Publications in October 1954—has been professionally evaluated, graded, and encapsulated by CGC (Certified Guaranty Company).

• Late Pre-Code Horror Classic: Released during the final, tumultuous months of the Pre-Code Horror era in late 1954, Witches Tales is one of Harvey’s most legendary and sought-after horror titles. Featuring a striking macabre cover and interior art by Golden Age masters like Lee Elias and Bob Powell, this issue embodies the intense, shock-driven storytelling that triggered national controversy and led directly to the creation of the Comics Code Authority that same year.

• What a 4.5 Means: A CGC grade of 4.5 Very Good+ represents a solid, well-preserved mid-grade copy with strong overall eye appeal. The book retains good cover color and clarity, displaying moderate, honest wear typical of a 1950s newsstand survivor (such as light spine stress, mild cover creasing, or age-appropriate paper toning) while remaining completely intact and structurally sound.

• Guaranteed Authenticity: CGC experts independently verify that the book is an official, original 1st printing from 1954 and confirm its condition before sealing.

• Permanent Preservation: 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 classic pre-code horror status remain preserved indefinitely.