Fantastic Four ##146
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Rich Buckler
Cover Artist
John Romita Sr. and/or Rich Buckler
Publication Date
May 1974
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a classic Bronze Age battle with the Thing going wild, featuring Medusa of the Inhumans.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting, minor edge wear, mild tanning/yellowing of newsprint pages typical of age, but overall flat and well-preserved within protective plastic sleeve.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30; Graded (CGC 8.0): $50 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold in the $15 to $25 range on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not strictly recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the grading and shipping costs may exceed the modest value increase for an 8.0 Bronze Age issue.
Notable Features
Bronze Age Marvel issue featuring the Thing on a dynamic cover, featuring Medusa assisting the team.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1970s newsprint paper stock, correct color registration, and standard Marvel branding indicia for the era.