THE INCREDIBLE HULK ##6
Marvel Comics • The Incredible Hulk Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Steve Ditko
Cover Artist
Steve Ditko
Publication Date
March 1963
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Indindicated by 12c price and MC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of the Metal Master (Molybdenus). This issue marks the final issue of the Hulk's original individual series before the title was canceled and he moved to Tales to Astonish. The story features the Hulk battling a metal-controlling alien and includes appearances by Rick Jones and General Ross.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Extensive edge wear along the top and bottom; significant color-breaking creases across the bottom right; spine roll and numerous stress lines; blunted and frayed corners; general soiling and surface wear; large vertical crease on the left side; small tears along the top edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $550; CGC 2.0: $600 - $800
Recent Sales
Heritage Auctions and eBay sales for GD/VG copies range from $500 to $900 depending on eye appeal; low-grade copies have seen a steady increase due to the final issue status of the original run.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, historic Silver Age Marvel keys are worth grading even in lower conditions to ensure preservation and authenticity. A professional press could improve the appearance but likely won't raise the numeric grade significantly due to the heavy edge damage/tears.
Notable Features
Final issue of the original 1962/1963 run; first appearance of Metal Master; early Steve Ditko art on Hulk; Silver Age key issue.
Authentication Notes
Displays authentic 12-cent silver age trade dress including the 'MC' branding and Comics Code Authority seal. Paper oxidation and ink saturation consistent with early 1960s newsprint production.