Beauty and the Beast ##4
Marvel Comics • Beauty and the Beast Vol. 1 (1984-1985 Limited Series)
Writer
Ann Nocenti
Interior Artist
Don Perlin
Cover Artist
Bill Sienkiewicz
Publication Date
June 1985
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Conclusion of the four-issue limited series starring Dazzler (Alison Blaire) and Beast (Hank McCoy). The duo faces off against Doctor Doom and Alexander Flynn. The story concludes their investigation into a mutant underground fight club known as 'The Arena'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks. Slight color rub and edge wear along the top and left spine edge. Minor blunting on the bottom right corner. The cover displays decent gloss but shows typical aging/tanning for its era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-to-High grade have sold for approximately $5. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies occasionally sell for $50 depending on buyer interest.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceed the current market value of the book in this condition. Grading is generally only profitable for this issue if the book is a 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (noted by the Spider-Man logo in the UPC box). Final issue of the limited series. Iconic cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz. Features Alexander Flynn (alleged son of Doctor Doom).
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1985 bronze/copper age Marvel comic. The print registration, logo design, and paper stock visible are consistent with Marvel's manufacturing processes from the mid-1980s.