Namor the Sub-Mariner ##12
Marvel Comics • Namor the Sub-Mariner Vol. 1
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
Bob McLeod
Cover Artist
Jae Lee
Publication Date
March 1991
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Giant-Sized Anniversary Issue featuring a World War II flashback storyline with Namor, Captain America, and the original Human Torch fighting together as The Invaders.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate wear along the spine, minor corner blunting, slight cover creasing near the bottom right corner, and minor edge chipping consistent with standard readers copies from this era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $20 - $40 (Not economically viable to grade at current grade of ~6.0)
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw copies in similar condition typically range between $2 and $5.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to the lower condition grade and low market value which would result in a net financial loss after grading fees.
Notable Features
50 Years of Captain America (1941-1991) anniversary banner on the cover, Giant-Sized Anniversary Issue banner.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic Direct Edition copy with standard Marvel publication markings, correct color registration, and standard newsprint/glossy cover stock for 1991.