Sub-mariner and the Incredible Hulk: Tales to Astonish ##75
Marvel Comics • Tales to Astonish Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby (Hulk), Adam Austin [Gene Colan] (Sub-Mariner)
Cover Artist
Gene Colan
Publication Date
January 1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A split-book featuring two stories: 'The Power of Dr. Banner' featuring the Incredible Hulk, and 'The End of the Quest!' featuring Sub-Mariner. Key characters include Bruce Banner, Rick Jones, and King Neptune.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Significant spine wear with numerous color-breaking stress lines; name written in cursive on the top right cover corner; heavy blunting and rounding of corners; bottom right corner crease/tear; visible soiling and staining on the yellow background; minor surface abrasions and edge wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $45; Graded (3.0): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent sales for raw mid-grade copies range from $40 to $70, while low-grade copies (GD 2.0 to VG 4.0) consistently sell in the $20 to $50 range depending on eye appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. In this condition (estimated 3.0), the costs of grading, shipping, and handling would likely exceed or equal the added market value. It is best kept as a 'reader' or raw filler copy.
Notable Features
Classic Silver Age Marvel 'split-book' format. Includes the conclusion of Namor's search for Neptune's Trident. The issue features early Bronze Age-esque social commentary themes regarding Banner's struggle with his alter ego.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1960s Silver Age Marvel production: 12-cent price point, authentic paper aging/tanning visible on edges, and standard 'Comics Code Authority' seal placement. No signs of restoration or reproduction detected.