THE INCREDIBLE HULK ##417
Marvel Comics • The Incredible Hulk Vol. 1
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
Gary Frank
Cover Artist
Gary Frank
Publication Date
May 1994
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Dearly Beloved' story arc leading to the wedding of Rick Jones and Marlo Chandler. This issue features Rick Jones' bachelor party attended by various Marvel superheroes including Hulk, Captain America, Iron Man, and the Vision.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Significant surface damage on the top right of the 'K' in HULK where the cover paper has been torn/peeled away. Highly visible spine stressors and color-breaking creases. Top left corner is blunted/worn. General scuffing and visible wear on dark ink areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5 / Graded: $25 - $35 (Note: Condition heavily reduces value)
Recent Sales
NM (9.4) copies sell for $15-$20. Lower grade copies typically sold in dollar bins or bulk lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The physical damage to the masthead (torn paper) and heavy spine wear would likely result in a grade below 3.0, making the cost of grading significantly higher than the market value of the book.
Notable Features
First appearance of several background characters; appearance of Silver Surfer, Quicksilver, and the Avengers; humorous 'spoiler' warning on the cover regarding the secret of the bachelor party.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Direct Edition with standard UPC barcode for the mid-90s. Paper stock and ink saturation appear correct for the 1994 publication era. Staple placement is consistent with Marvel production from this period.