Lot 69
Columbia's Joe Palooka #1 Comic 1946
Sold May 21, 2026
- Price realized
- $145
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
Subject: Joe Palooka
Year: 1946
Manufacturer: Columbia
Dimensions: Approx.10.25×7″
Condition: Mild Discoloration with Worn Edges
Additional Information: Joe Palooka #1 (1946) is a Golden Age comic from Columbia Comics, based on the popular boxing character created by cartoonist Ham Fisher. The issue captures the spirit of the era with its blend of sports action, humor, and moral storytelling, following Joe’s rise as a good-hearted, hard-hitting fighter both inside and outside the ring. Reflecting the widespread appeal of boxing heroes in mid-20th century pop culture, this debut issue stands as a nostalgic piece of comic history and an example of how syndicated characters successfully transitioned into comic book form.
Lot details
- Lot
- 69
- Category
- Books and Paper Items › Comics
- Closed
- May 21, 2026
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