Fantastic Four ##141
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr. and Gil Kane
Publication Date
December 1973
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Franklin Richards is being used as a weapon, described as a living atomic bomb. To save the world, Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic) is forced to put his own son into a coma using an anti-matter weapon. This event causes a massive rift between Reed and Sue Storm, eventually leading to their separation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Multiple color-breaking spine stress lines, significant corner blunting, possible moisture damage/rippling visible under plastic, non-original price sticker on the top right cover, and general surface wear affecting the gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded: $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Similar raw copies in VG condition consistently sell for approximately $20. Recent 9.8 graded copies have reached $300+, but lower mid-grade copies remain inexpensive.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading, shipping, and handling would likely exceed the final market value of a mid-to-low grade copy of this issue. Professional pressing might improve it to a 5.0, but still not cost-effective.
Notable Features
Major character drama involving the shutdown of Franklin Richards' mind; Silver Age Marvel Comics Group trade dress; 20-cent cover price variant.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1970s print. Features standard newsprint interior and non-glossy cover paper typical of the Bronze Age. Presence of a vintage shop price sticker is common for the era.