Marvel Premiere Featuring Dr. Strange ##5
Marvel Comics • Marvel Premiere
Writer
Stan Lee and Archie Goodwin
Interior Artist
Barry Windsor-Smith
Cover Artist
Barry Windsor-Smith
Publication Date
November 1972
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Dr. Strange faces magical threats in a subterranean labyrinth as he fights for his life against mystical entities, continuing the revival of the Master of the Mystic Arts in the Marvel Premiere anthology series.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress, slight corner blunting, minor cover creasing near the top left, slight tanning on paper edges, good overall gloss and color retention.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (CGC 6.0): $45 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies range between $30 and $50 depending on exact eye appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Not strictly recommended for professional grading unless part of a full run or personal collection, as grading fees may approach or exceed the value increase for a Fine grade copy.
Notable Features
Part of the early 1970s revival run of Doctor Strange leading into his solo title, featuring classic Bronze Age artwork by Barry Windsor-Smith.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1972 Bronze Age newsstand or direct feel with correct color separation, standard staple placement, and typical paper stock for the era with no immediate signs of counterfeiting.