Detective comics 27 real or fake?

[gnat1000]

I'm talking to someone who says they have an original detective comics #27 and are wanting to sell it. but aside from the picture i have of the cover, I have no clue it is an original or reprint. does anyone know how i can tell an original from a fake? I'd really like to know this before i throw out the $$$ for it.

[Cei-U!]

I would suggest taking it to a neutral third party for an evaluation. You might have to shell out a few bucks to do so but better that than shelling out $35K for a Famous First Edition tabloid from the '70s.

Cei-U!
I summon the extreme caution, buddy!

[TheHistorian]

This isn't the sort of book one should ever buy without checking it out in person first.

Most likely this is an inexpensive reprint, or maybe a Famous First Edition.

[Prelude]

Is this someone is a nationally reputed dealer? Is the book certified for a grade and potential restoration by a third-party company like CGC? If the answer to both questions are no, then be very careful.

Whatever you do, make sure you're able to thoroughly examine the book in hand.

[Evan Lanctot]

I actually held, in my hands, a real one, back in 2000. The cover was detached, but otherwise it was intact. It went for $25,000!! :eek:


Evan

[Jolly Mon]

How much is the seller asking? If you don't need to take out a 2nd mortgage on your home, then it probably isn't real. :D