SUPERMAN "SUPERMEN OF AMERICA" COMPLETE 1961 CLUB KIT WITH BUTTON.
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Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, November 20, 2024 9:00:00 PM)
Item Description
Kit includes original window envelope w/"Supermen Of America" return address. Envelope shows scattered handling wear and is Fine/VF overall. Every other piece in lot features 1961 NPP, Inc. copyrights. 5.5x8.5" welcome letter (w/blue text) notes contents of kit and featuring classic image of Superman breaking chains. Postscript mentions "Superman Also Appears In Lois Lane Comics, World's Finest Comics And Jimmy Olsen Comics. And His Adventures As A Boy Appear In Superboy and Adventure Comics." Letter has slightly diagonal fold above center and three rings of rust soiling from button. VG/Fine. Certificate and membership kits for this club were issued in many different configurations from 1939 to 1965 (see previous lots). Certificate bears "557429" issue number and typed member name/address on provided lines. This version of the certificate (as well as the welcome letter) mentions "Action Comics" and "Superman" at end. Horizontal fold at center as issued. Some lt. wear along fold line but VF/Exc. overall. Cardstock "Superman's Secret Code" decoder folder (used to decipher "Superman's Secret Message" in each issue of Action Comics) features slightly different design (the first revision to this design since the first club kit) but retains iconic image of Superman breaking chains w/text/code on back. Unfolded and Exc. 1.25" dia. button features color image of Superman and remains bright, glossy and NM. Harry Matetsky Collection.
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