The Fantastic Four ##7
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby (pencils), Dick Ayers (inks)
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby (pencils), Dick Ayers (inks)
Publication Date
October 1962
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'Prisoners of Kurrgo, Master of Planet X!', the Fantastic Four are framed and hunted by humanity. They are transported to Planet X by the alien Kurrgo to help save his people from a colliding planet. Major storyline involving the team's public reputation and early cosmic exploration.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color breaking; blunting and wear on all four corners; light creasing on the right-hand side; some surface scuffing particularly noticeable in the black and purple areas; minor oxidation likely present on staples given the age; overall color remains vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $400 - $600; Graded (CGC 5.0): $800 - $1,100
Recent Sales
CGC 5.0 copies have recently sold between $850 and $1,200 depending on eye appeal. Lower grade 3.0 copies sell for approximately $350-$450.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading. This is an early Silver Age Marvel key. Professional cleaning and pressing could potentially bump the grade to a 5.5 or 6.0, significantly increasing liquidity and value preservation.
Notable Features
First appearance of Kurrgo and the inhabitants of Planet X; early Silver Age Marvel issue; features iconic Jack Kirby cover art showing the team on a 'Wanted' poster.
Authentication Notes
The 12-cent price, Comic Code Authority seal, and MC (Marvel Comics) logo are consistent with original 1962 production. Paper texture appears consistent with the newsprint used in the early 60s; no immediate signs of reproduction or cleaning/restoration visible from the image.