The Phantom Stranger #16 (December 1971) DC Comics – Image In Wax – Good/Very Good 3.0 – Bronze Age Horror

The Phantom Stranger #16 (December 1971) published by DC Comics, featuring the story “Image In Wax.”

A classic Bronze Age DC supernatural horror issue from the cult-favourite Phantom Stranger series, known for its moody atmosphere and striking cover art.

Cover Artist: Neal Adams
Interior Artists: Jim Aparo
Writer: Len Wein
Editor: Joe Orlando

Neal Adams’ dramatic cover composition is a standout example of early 1970s DC horror aesthetics. Jim Aparo’s interior artwork helped define the tone of DC’s mystery and supernatural titles during this era.

This issue reflects the darker direction DC embraced in the early Bronze Age and remains desirable among collectors of DC occult, horror and mystery comics.

Title: The Phantom Stranger
Issue: #16
Publisher: DC Comics
Cover Date: December 1971
Era: Bronze Age
Genre: Supernatural / Horror / Mystery
Story: Image In Wax

Condition – Good/Very Good (3.0)

Complete copy with defects consistent with a 3.0 grade.

Condition details:

Cover detached from top staple
Small tear at top of spine
TN blue stamp on front cover
Small tear on edge of one internal page
Small tears, edge chips and wear on rear cover
Staples rust free
Interior complete
Not bagged or boarded

A solid reader copy of a desirable Bronze Age DC horror issue with strong cover presence despite structural wear.

Collector Appeal

Bronze Age DC horror titles featuring work by Neal Adams and Jim Aparo remain highly collectible. Early 1970s Phantom Stranger issues are especially popular with DC supernatural collectors and Bronze Age horror enthusiasts.

An affordable entry-level copy ideal for completing a Phantom Stranger run.