Fantastic Four
Marvel // November 1961 - September 1996
Issue count: 416
This is the book that ushered in the "Marvel Age of Comics!" The FF's popularity virtually changed the focus of the whole industry back to the superhero genre! So many characters made their first appearances here - these books can be a sound investment!
Premiering a matter of months before the other character, Spider-Man, that is considered to have ushered-in "The Marvel Age of Comics," that is, loosely defined, the period in the early 60's which led to the explosion of the popularity of the superhero genre, The Fantastic Four #1 is practically "ground-zero" for what modern hero titles would become for the next 50 years (or so)!
Sure, DC had already successfully revived many of their characters that made them famous in the 40's - in addition to ones that never went away (i.e. Superman, Batman...), but the collective vision of Stan Lee and his biggest creators in the Marvel "bullpen" was something completely new in scope; while DC's superheroes were bland, and one dimensional by comparison, Marvel injected each new character with a decidedly "human" set of values. They had complex personalities, psychological hang-ups, sometimes tragic backstories, and engaged with each other while "real-life" day to day problems occurred; it wasn't just a "get the bad guy" mentality, with each storyline wrapping up neatly until the next month.
This was a revolutionary idea for hero comics in 1961 - giving the characters actual adult depth!
The Fantastic Four kicked it all off, with a carefully constructed world containing a who's-who of recurring personalities, alternate universes, supporting characters that mattered, and complicated villains, with motives that informed their mis-deeds as opposed to just simply being "greedy."
The FF lived in New York, a real city with real places to reference, and when the bad-guys DID come, the reader was more invested in the storyline - this was NOT Metropolis!
The "Four" had their own personalities and roles within the group; Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic), the leader, A-Type, cerebral, stoic, cool-under-pressure, level headed, scientific genius, father figure. Sue Storm (Invisible Girl), supportive girl-friend, loving wife, protective sister, the emotional center. Ben Grimm (the Thing), the brawn, hot-headed, quick-tempered, often bitter, street-wise, heart-of-gold, best friend. Johnny Storm (The Human Torch), juvenile, inconsiderate, ego-driven, the clown...
And, oh yeah, they got superpowers, too. Reed can stretch! Sue can make herself disappear and make invisible force fields! Ben (kinda the one that got the short end of the stick), mutated into a grotesque, but extremely strong, rock-like behemoth! Johnny can turn his body into fire, and throw flames!
Even the villains and supporting characters introduced in key issues right from the beginning are iconic on their own merits; Doctor Doom, Sub-Mariner (ressurected in the title), The Inhumans, The Watcher, The Silver Surfer, Galactus, The Skrulls, Ultron,The Black Panther, the Crusader, Impossible Man...
The quality of the Fantastic Four as a comic book is a testament to the creatives that contributed over the years; Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Joe Sinnott, Roy Thomas, Gerry Conway, George Perez, Archie Goodwin, John Byrne and on and on!
Collectors love the earlier 60's run - potentially very valuable books - but the bronze-age issues are heating up in the market!
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Issue #1
What's Fantastic Four #1 worth in 2023?
Fantastic Four #1 the highest recorded sale of the book was $300,000 back in 2011. That was a NM 9.4, not the NM+ 9.6 which is the highest recorded grade. When a NM+ 9.6 finally sells it is impossible to guess what it will bring simply because the opportunity to own it, if you have deep enough pockets, is so rare! What a NM/MT 9.8 might bring if ever discovered, would be astronomical, easily in the million dollar range. FN 6.0 command upwards of $25,000 currently compared to $10,000 in 2009. Similarly in 2009 GD 2.0 would cost you $1,500 and will easily cost you 5x that now in the $7,500 range. You won't find any deals as it relates to this book but if you land one you will find it worth more than you paid in just a couple of years. This is a blue chip comic book investment you can count on.
Why is this comic book valuable?
You may already know this story since Stan "The Man" Lee's death in 2018 was so well publicized but you may not know all the details. Yes Stan Lee created the Fantastic Four because he was burned out and he decided to make the team more adult oriented. What you may not know is Stan's boss, Martin Goodman, ordered Stan to create a super hero team! Goodman had been golfing with his National Publishing/DC Comics counterpart and was told about the recent success of the Justice League of America that had debuted in Brave and the Bold #28 a few months earlier. Martin Goodman was known as a trend jumping publisher that would ride good ideas to green pastures by improving on them. So the order was issued to Lee. Create a super-team.
Once given the directive Stan decided to break the mold. No more talking to his audience like they were 8 years old. His characters would have real problems and real relationships and they would have morals and moral dilemas. Once he put pen to paper and the world of the FF started developing he began to have more ideas but he only really had one goal as 60 minutes reported back in an interview in 2002:
CBS asked Lee did he realize at the time that this was a totally new thing? To which Lee replied, "Not at all. I was just trying to make up some new characters so that I would keep my job, keep eating and paying the rent," says Lee. "And I hoped the books would sell. We didn't think we were doing anything revolutionary."
But what he was doing was indeed revolutionary and the Silver Age would become Marvel's coming out party. It's true that National Publications/DC Comics heralded in the Silver Age back in 1956 with Showcase #4 featuring an all-new Flash (Barry Allen) but it was this book that started it all. The catalyst for the books you hold in your hands today from both companies, the movies, the merchandise. Fantastic Four #1 will always be a "holy grail" for ANY collector and will command a premium in any condition. Period.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7,025 | $13,100 | $28,425 | $87,000 | $300,000 | $1,500,000 |
Issue #2
What's Fantastic Four #2 worth in 2023?
With one CGC NM/MT 9.8 copy known to exist that sold for $65,000 in 2013 we can guess what the value might be if the same copy sold today. It certainly might enjoy a healthy increase but a new successful film franchise could push prices to amazing new heights. These lower number issues are poised for a significant return on the investment. A FN 6.0 in 2009 brought around $1,000 and today that same issue might go for $3,500. While that is a healthy return it doesn't match the rise by percentage of some other books that have recent films. The lower grades are extremely affordable with GD 2.0 copies that went for $00 in 2009 bringing almost double today at $900. You always want to purchase the highest grade you can afford but even lower grade copies of these issues are a solid buy.
Why is this comic book valuable?
Fantastic Four #2 is not just any second issue but THE second issue of the Stan Lee and Jack Kirby era of collaboration. It also is the second appearance of the FF4 as well as containing the first mention of the "Daily Bugle", made famous for being Peter Parker's workplace. If that isn't enough it also contains the first appearance of the Skrulls, an alien race that would battle early and often in the Marvel Universe. Only 20 copies exist over VF/NM 9.0 according to CGC Census data.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,100 | $1,750 | $3,300 | $10,500 | $35,850 | $90,000 |
Issue #3
What's Fantastic Four #3 worth in 2023?
No sale of the only known NM/MT 9.8 copy has ever been reported. It's easy to imagine this issue would bring north of $100,000. The highest graded copy to reach the market was a CGC NM+ 9.6 that went for almost $40,000 back in 2012. FN 6.0 copies sold for $800 and bring double that today at $1,600 and lower grade GD 2.0 can be picked up today for around $500. Those same books brought only $175 in 2009. These early issues of Fantastic Four are some of the great deals out there on Silver Age books!
Why is this comic book valuable?
Fantastic Four #3 is valuable because it contains the 3rd appearance of the team, the 1st team appearance of the Fantastic Four in costume and the 1st appearance of the Baxter Building. Out of over 1,000 registered copies with the CGC Census only 15 are NM or better and unrestored.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $475 | $825 | $1,700 | $5,100 | $28,000 | $38,838 |
Issue #4
What's Fantastic Four #4 worth in 2023?
There are no known mint copies in existance. The highest graded copy (CGC NM+ 9.6) sold for $37,500 in 2014. In low to mid grades, this issue is much more common. In 2011, FN 6.0 copies were selling for $900. Today, you’ll pay about $4,000 for the same graded copy. That’s about a 450% increase. In low grade (GD 2.0) in 2007, copies were selling for $200. The way the market is now a GD 2.0 copy will bring around $1300. That is a very significant increase. You can’t go wrong with buying a nice copy of this issue, so if you’re looking for one, make sure it has bright colors and no marvel chipping (link).
Why is this comic book valuable?
Fantastic Four #4 is valuable because it is the first Silver Age appearance of Namor, the Sub-Mariner. That character last appeared in the Golden Age many years before. Of lesser importance is the first time Johnny Storm, a.k.a. the Human Torch, would exclaim, "Flame on!"
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,175 | $1,975 | $3,600 | $9,200 | $26,300 | $81,000 |
Issue #5
What's Fantastic Four #5 worth in 2023?
High grade copies of this book (VF/NM 9.0) will run minimum $50,000 and up. If a 9.8 copy of this book was discovered and offered for sale it would bring somewhere between $250,000 to $300,000. This is a rock solid Silver Age key that is worth holding in any condition. To get a FN 6.0 today you would pay around $6,500. That's over 4x the $1,500 it would have taken in 2009. Low grade books have proven to enjoy even larger value increases, for example a GD 2.0 will run you around $2,500 now as opposed to $250 in 2009. 10x is a healthy multiplier in any market!
Why is this comic book valuable?
The first appearance of Dr. Doom, the Fantastic Four's greatest foe, is the reason issue #5 is so valuable. There are two known copies NM+ 9.6 that have never sold and no copy over NM- 9.2 has sold since 2012 when a copy in this grade brought $55,000. This remains the highest value sale of a #5 to date. Collectors and investors just don't let go of these high grade copies.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,575 | $4,325 | $6,325 | $17,000 | $44,500 | $180,000 |
Issue #6
What's Fantastic Four #6 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $34,125 in 2009 for a CGC NM 9.4 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $400 in 2006, then climbed up to $810. The GD 2.0 went for $165 in 2006, and currently sell for $250.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue is the first time that two Marvel villains’ team-up! But, will the Sub-Mariner’s evil plot to plant the “Grabber” in the Baxter Building so that it can be lifted into space by Doctor Doom work to defeat the Fantastic Four?
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $275 | $550 | $750 | $1,975 | $14,750 | $60,000 |
Issue #7
What's Fantastic Four #7 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $20,315 in 2015 for a CGC NM 9.4 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $355 in 2004, then climbed up to $526. The GD 2.0 went for $99 in 2007, and currently sell for $130.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue introduces Kurrgo and his robot from Plant X, and the robot uses a hostility ray to turn people against the Fantastic Four.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $125 | $200 | $400 | $1,100 | $9,000 | $20,315 |
Issue #8
What's Fantastic Four #8 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $15,535 in 2012 for a Northland Pedigree CGC NM 9.4 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $339 in 2006, then climbed up to $490. The GD 2.0 went for $63 in 2004, and currently sells at a value of $125.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue introduces Alicia Masters (who eventually dates the Thing) and the Puppet Master (who killed Alicia’s father).
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $125 | $250 | $525 | $1,350 | $10,150 | $18,000 |
Issue #9
What's Fantastic Four #9 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $33,000 in 2016 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $275 in 2004, then climbed up to $400. The GD 2.0 went for $79 in 2007, and currently sells for $142.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In the Sub-Mariner’s third appearance, he starts a movie studio so that the Fantastic Four can make their first appearance “on-screen” to earn some money and save the Baxter Building!
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $150 | $250 | $375 | $1,300 | $7,500 | $33,000 |
Issue #10
What's Fantastic Four #10 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $27,999 in 2009 for a CGC NM+ 9.6 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $312 in 2006, then slightly climbed up to $396. The GD 2.0 went for $63 in 2009, and currently sells for $140.
Why is this comic book valuable?
Doctor Doom returns with a villainous plan to impersonate Reed Richards so that he can use Richard’s shrink ray to defeat the Fantastic Four. Additionally, impersonating a comic book character, Stan Lee makes his first appearance in a Marvel story on the pages of this issue!
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $150 | $300 | $425 | $1,150 | $4,700 | $27,999 |
Issue #11
What's Fantastic Four #11 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $16,246 in 2015 for a CGC NM+ 9.6 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $188 in 2006, then climbed up to $336. And for the only GD 2.0 to have sold, it went for $92 in 2015.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue contains the origins and first appearance of the Impossible Man, a foe whose power is so great that it leaves the Fantastic Four helpless. It is also the origin of the Fantastic Four retold.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | $275 | $350 | $1,125 | $7,475 | $26,400 |
Issue #12
What's Fantastic Four #12 worth in 2023?
Fantastic Four #12 in it's highest known grade of NM+ 9.6 brought $43,000 in back in 2012. That same issue today would likley fetch double that number. Middle grade books like a FN 6.0 recently brought $1,500 versus $500 back in 2009 and low grade copies (GD 2.0) can be picked up for around $500, leaving plenty of room for value to grow. It's a slow growth book with a lot of history behind it making ita solid buy especially in the higher grades.
Why is this comic book valuable?
Fantastic Four #12 is the first crossover book in the Marvel Universe as well as the first time The Hulk faces off against The Thing and company. Historically Hulk vs Thing has proven to be a fan favorite and makes this one of the most desirable books in Marvel History. Out of almost 1200 issues of #12 registered with CGC there are less than 60 copies in the world graded VF/NM 9.0 or better.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $450 | $800 | $1,375 | $3,725 | $23,000 | $65,725 |
Issue #13
What's Fantastic Four #13 worth in 2023?
The record sale went for the price of $15,550 in 2019 for a CGC NM 9.4 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $158 in 2008, then climbed up to the value of $705. The GD 2.0 went for $88 in 2014, and currently sells for $199.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue marks the first appearances of Watcher, Red Ghost, and the Super-Apes!
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $250 | $325 | $650 | $1,500 | $15,550 | $31,200 |
Issue #14
What's Fantastic Four #14 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $15,000 in 2011 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $125 in 2008, then climbed up to $301. The GD 2.0 went for $50 in 2009, and currently sells at an increased value of $150.
Why is this comic book valuable?
The Puppet Master makes his second appearance in this issue, and this time he joines forces with the Sub-Mariner to defeat the Fantastic Four. In addition, there are cameo appearances by the Mole Man, Doctor Doom, and a Skrull.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $125 | $150 | $300 | $600 | $2,600 | $22,800 |
Issue #15
What's Fantastic Four #15 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $33,460 in 2012 for a Curator Copy CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $170 in 2009, then climbed up to $340. The GD 2.0 went for $63 in 2017, and currently sells for $115.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue is the first appearance of the Mad Thinker and his awesome Android. In the issue, the Mad Thinker aims to become King of New York with the aid of local gangs.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $125 | $150 | $275 | $550 | $5,600 | $33,460 |
Issue #16
What's Fantastic Four #16 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $10,755 in 2018 for a CGC NM+ 9.6 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $170 in 2010, then climbed up to $350. The GD 2.0 went for $40 in 2009, and currently sells for $80.
Why is this comic book valuable?
This issue is the first Fantastic Four and Ant-Man crossover. Additionally, there are appearances of Doctor Doom and Wasp.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $75 | $200 | $300 | $625 | $5,300 | $13,200 |
Issue #17
What's Fantastic Four #17 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $16,730 in 2015 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. A FN 6.0 went for $103 in 2007, then climbed up to $228. The GD 2.0 went for $32 in 2002, and currently sells for $80.
Why is this comic book valuable?
Not only does Ant-Man make a guest appearance in this issue, but so does President John F. Kennedy!
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $75 | $150 | $225 | $475 | $4,300 | $16,730 |
Issue #18
What's Fantastic Four #18 worth in 2023?
A 9.8 copy of Fantastic Four Vol #18 was sold in July 2012 for $15,535, being the highest and only recorded price for that book. A 5.0 from Bowling Green Pedigree has a November 2005 value of $110, also being its only recorded price. A 1.0 has a value of $45 as of August 2017, again with no other recorded prices for that specific book.
Why is this comic book valuable?
Issue #18 of Fantastic Four Vol. 1 is called “A Skrull Walks Among Us!”. It was published in March 1966 with a cover date of May 1966. It was written and edited by Stan Lee, with pencil by Jack Kirby, ink by Dick Ayers, colour by Stan Goldberg, and lettering by Art Simek.
Key Facts About the Comic
We get to see the Andromeda Galaxy in this issue, and the first appearance of Emperor Dorrek VII, leader of the Skrulls.
The cover features the Fantastic Four yelling and fighting at a creature that seems to have every power they have.
Story Synopsis
After their battle with Dr. Doom, Reed and Sue go to Hawaii. In the Andromeda Galaxy, Emperor Dorrek VII has just finished his new weapon to beat the Fantastic Four: the Super-Skrull, capable of mimicking all of the group's powers.
The Super-Skrull attacks the earth and the Fantastic Four’s powers are no match against him. They flee while the Skrull brings chaos.
Reed eventually figures out how to jam the Super Skrull super-powers. On a desert island, the group fights the Super-Skrull while the Invisible Woman manages to plant the device on their foe. He is knocked into a crater and buried there.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $200 | $175 | $550 | $1,250 | $9,300 | $15,535 |
Issue #25
What's Fantastic Four #25 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 25 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $28,680 in 2012. A lower grade copy of this issue n the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for around $89 in 2012 (and again for $75 in 2019), so grabbing a copy with a lower grade won't break the bank.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 25 of Fantastic Four, The Hulk and The Thing go head-to-head in a battle for the ages! In addition to this, The Avengers make an appearance to really make this issue worth its money.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $75 | $175 | $300 | $925 | $4,475 | $28,680 |
Issue #26
What's Fantastic Four #26 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 26 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $13,145 in 2012. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for $60 in 2018, so capturing this classic is a possible feat.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 26 of Fantastic Four, it concludes from the fight between The Hulk and The Thing. When it's discovered that the Fantastic Four need help in taming The Hulk, The Avengers save the day.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $175 | $150 | $475 | $3,000 | $24,200 |
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Issue #36
What's Fantastic Four #36 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 36 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.6 CGC NM+ and sold for $5,975 in 2015. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for $70 in 2019, so good luck catching such a rarity at this steal of a price.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 36 of Fantastic Four, they take on The Frightful Four (which features The Sandman.) Once again, The Avengers make an appearance in this issue.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $75 | $100 | $175 | $475 | $2,750 | $20,400 |
Issue #45
What's Fantastic Four #45 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 45 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $32,555 in 2017. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for $130 in 2017, so capturing such a rarity at a low price doesn't sound like a pipe dream.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 45 of Fantastic Four, they take on The House of Agon (also known as The Inhumans.) Early Sandman makes an appearance in this issue, but can the Fantastic Four beat these fearsome opponents?
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $125 | $175 | $300 | $800 | $8,325 | $36,000 |
Issue #46
What's Fantastic Four #46 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 46 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $7,768 in 2018. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for $98 in 2018, so owning this classic for almost a hundred bucks is possible!
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 46 of Fantastic Four, it concludes the events of 45. The Fantastic Four are still battling The Inhumans, but will they (finally) be able to clobber these vicious villains?
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $100 | $100 | $150 | $350 | $1,575 | $15,535 |
Issue #48
What's Fantastic Four #48 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 48 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $37,200 in 2018. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for $700 in 2019, so good luck catching such a rarity that's just below a thousand bucks.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 48 of Fantastic Four, the gang battles Galactus in this three part story arch. In addition to The House of Agon making an appearance, the Silver Surfer drop by as well.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $625 | $875 | $1,675 | $3,450 | $9,825 | $144,000 |
Issue #49
What's Fantastic Four #49 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $47,600 in 2016 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. An FN+ 6.5 went for $140 in 2009 and climbed up to $975. The GD 2.0 went for $26 in 2009 and currently sells for $265. These low-to-mid grade versions saw valuation increases of 596% and 919% respectively during the ten-year period.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In this issue, the Fantastic Four try to slow Galactus while the Human Torch and the Watcher discover a weapon that will defeat him. Elsewhere, the Silver Surfer is convinced by Alicia Masters to help save humanity.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $250 | $425 | $625 | $1,675 | $6,600 | $192,000 |
Issue #50
What's Fantastic Four #50 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $44,007 in 2013 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. An FN 6.0 went for $145 in 2009 and jumped to $346. The VG- 3.5 went for $40 in 2009 and went up to $164 in 2019. These versions saw 138% and 310% increases in valuation respectively.
Why is this comic book valuable?
With help from the Silver Surfer, the Fantastic Four for Galactus from Earth. Johnny Storm begins classes at Metro College where he meets Wyatt Wingfoot.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $150 | $325 | $875 | $6,175 | $44,007 |
Issue #52
What's Fantastic Four #52 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 52 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $83,650 in 2016. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark sold for around $280 in 2019, so good luck finding such a gem - if someone is willing to sell it to you.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 52 of Fantastic Four, it marks the debut of Black Panther! That's right, and he even goes head-to-head with the Fantastic Four!
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $275 | $425 | $825 | $2,375 | $16,725 | $83,650 |
Issue #53
What's Fantastic Four #53 worth in 2023?
Why is this comic book valuable?
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25 | $50 | $75 | $200 | $1,300 | $13,145 |
Issue #55
What's Fantastic Four #55 worth in 2023?
A 9.9 copy of Fantastic Four Vol #55 was sold in November 2015 for $31,070, being the highest and only recorded price for that book. A 6.0 copy has a July 2021 value of $259, after being valued at less than half that price, just $110, the year before. A 1.8 has a value of $40 as of April 2020, with no other recorded prices for that specific book.
Why is this comic book valuable?
Issue #55 of Fantastic Four Vol. 1 is called “When Strikes the Silver Surfer!”. It was published in July 1966 with a cover date of October 1966. It was written and edited by Stan Lee, with pencil by Jack Kirby, ink by Joe Sinnott, and lettering by Sam Rosen.
Key Facts About the Comic
The cover art features The Thing fighting Silver Surfer on top of a building.
Story Synopsis
Reed and Sue decide it’s a good time to finish their honeymoon. Ben tries to reach out to Alicia, but Silver Surfer does as well. When Ben reaches Alicia’s house, he notices the Surfer is already there. Enraged by jealousy, he and Silver Surfer engage in battle. Reed and Sue appear to talk to Ben, after which Ben apologizes to Silver Surfer. He accepts the apology and gives Ben some flowers for him to give to Alicia, before leaving to learn more about the human race.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $60 | $90 | $280 | $1,750 | $31,070 |
Issue #65
What's Fantastic Four #65 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 65 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $4,063 in 2015. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.5 CGC GD+ mark has sold for $46 in 2019, so getting a hold of this issue is possible - without maxing any credit cards.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 65 of Fantastic Four, the gang goes up against Ronan The Accuser in a fight to save Earth from a Kree invasion.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $50 | $75 | $300 | $1,450 | $4,063 |
Issue #67
What's Fantastic Four #67 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $17,000 in 2018 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. An FN 6.0 went for $150 to $350 in 2019 for a 133% increase in one year. A GD+ 2.5 signed by Stan Lee went for $203 alone this year.
Why is this comic book valuable?
The cocoon opens and reveals...Him! The Fantastic Four are now on a mission to save Alicia Masters from the Beehive.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25 | $125 | $225 | $400 | $2,000 | $22,500 |
Issue #100
What's Fantastic Four #100 worth in 2023?
The highest recorded sale of issue 100 in existence (or once on the market) has a 9.8 CGC NM/M and sold for $1,195 in 2018. A lower grade copy of this issue in the 2.0 CGC GD mark has sold for $20 bucks in 2010, but that was almost ten years ago and the value of these issues has only gone up.
Why is this comic book valuable?
In issue number 100 of Fantastic Four, the gang fights just about every villain they've ever fought (in android form.) That's right, Mad Thinker and Puppet Master are up to their old tricks and it's up to the Fantastic Four to stop them.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25 | $25 | $50 | $100 | $200 | $2,215 |
Issue #112
What's Fantastic Four #112 worth in 2023?
The record sale was $4,650 in January 2019 for a CGC NM/MT 9.8 grade. The middle and lower grade issues of the comic tend to have similar increases with an FN 6.0 increasing in value by 239% and a VG 4.0 increasing by 369%.
Why is this comic book valuable?
A great battle in the streets of New York City where the Hulk faces off against The Thing. Mr. Fantastic and Human Torch try to stop them.
Price Guide Report
| GD 2.0 | VG 4.0 | FN 6.0 | VF 8.0 | NM 9.4 | RECORD SALE! |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | $50 | $100 | $200 | $1,175 | $24,017 |