Fantastic Four ##268
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
July 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Titled The Masque of Doom!, this issue features an iconic and striking cover focusing on Doctor Doom's mask. The storyline deals with the intricate conflicts surrounding Victor von Doom.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress lines, sharp corners with slight blunting on the top-left, flat cover with good gloss and no apparent color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition generally sell in the $5 to $10 range depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the potential value increase for a common 1980s issue.
Notable Features
Features a memorable, minimalist photographic or highly stylized close-up cover by John Byrne focusing entirely on Doctor Doom. Direct edition with UPC barcode box showing a barcode instead of the Spider-Man head.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s Marvel paper stock and printing quality. Clean staple placement, correct coloring, and proper newsprint interior matching genuine period copies.