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Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen (1954) #129
Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen (1954) #129
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Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen Vol 1 #129 – Ultra-Olsen’s Super-Crime Conundrum!
Superman’s Pal, Jimmy Olsen #129 (June 1970), by Leo Dorfman with Pete Costanza’s art, is an action-packed Bronze Age tale. Superman reunites two halves of a lost Mayan Medallion, granting Jimmy Olsen superpowers. Embracing his new abilities, Jimmy becomes the costumed hero Ultra-Olsen. His heroics are cut short when two hoods kidnap his father, Mark Olsen, blackmailing Jimmy into committing robberies. Superman, suspecting the coercion, allows Jimmy to escape but tracks his signal watch to the crooks’ hideout, rescuing Mark and apprehending the criminals. Jimmy’s stint as Ultra-Olsen ends, but his bravery shines. A backup story features Jimmy in a sci-fi gadget mishap.
Highlights
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Jimmy’s transformation into Ultra-Olsen.
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Mayan Medallion’s superpower origin.
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Blackmail-driven robbery plot.
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Superman’s signal watch rescue.
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Mark Olsen’s peril and redemption.
Value & Trends
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Current: $15–$40 (VG/FN), $80–$150 (VF) on eBay/MyComicShop, reflecting Bronze Age demand.
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Trends: Mayan themes and Superman (2025) film buzz could drive 10–15% price hikes in 6–12 months. High-grade copies may hit $200–$350 in 2–3 years if superhero origin arcs gain DC media focus. Comic-Con 2025 news could boost demand.
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Market: Bronze Age DC’s adventurous, family-driven tales draw collector interest.
Key Characters
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Jimmy Olsen/Ultra-Olsen: Reluctant super-thief.
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Superman: Tactical savior.
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Mark Olsen: Kidnapped father.
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Hoods: Blackmailing crooks.
Why Buy?
This issue’s superhero twist, family stakes, and Costanza’s vibrant art make it a Bronze Age gem. Affordable and thrilling, it’s a must for Superman fans. Grab it before DC’s cinematic surge spikes prices!
This issue’s superhero twist, family stakes, and Costanza’s vibrant art make it a Bronze Age gem. Affordable and thrilling, it’s a must for Superman fans. Grab it before DC’s cinematic surge spikes prices!
Price: $15 (VG) to $150 (VF+). High grades offer solid future value.
