Quicksilver

Born in the pages of National Comics #5 in 1940, this Quicksilver is a genuine Golden Age original — a Quality Comics creation brought to life by Dan Zolnerowich at the very dawn of the superhero era. Sharing those early adventures with the likes of Uncle Sam and Sally O'Neil, this character carries the unmistakable spirit of wartime comics' most inventive period. It's a testament to the character's enduring curiosity that appearances stretch across an remarkable 73-year span, turning up in titles as varied as Gwandanaland Comics and even Animal Man — a journey few Golden Age figures can claim. For collectors with a passion for comics history and the trailblazers who predate the more famous names, this Quicksilver is a fascinating piece of the puzzle.