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The Thing #9
In "Mardu's Masterpiece," the ruthless gem collector Francisco de Cobra ventures into the Amazonian jungles, driven by his obsession with acquiring the world's largest diamond. With cold determination, he eliminates everyone who stands in his way, leaving only his deadly ambition in his wake. Written by Carl Memling and illustrated by Bob Forgione, with inks by Vince Alascia, this 1953 Charlton classic features cover art by Bob Forgione, capturing the tension of a man consumed by greed in a land where survival is no guarantee.