The Silver Surfer ##17
Marvel Comics • The Silver Surfer Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
June 1970
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this issue titled 'The Surfer Must Kill!', the Silver Surfer faces intense conflict as he is forced into battle against the Shield, continuing the dramatic and philosophical themes characteristic of Stan Lee's run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0) to Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Price sticker residue/tear on top right corner, moderate spine stress lines with minor color breaks, slight corner rounding and blunting, mild edge wear, and general surface wear consistent with an unpressed vintage copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $40 to $70 USD; Graded CGC 4.0/5.0 value estimated between $80 to $130 USD depending on market fluctuations.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Silver Surfer #17 in VG to FN condition typically range from $50 to $110 depending on the specific grading service and eye appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Professional grading may be worthwhile if looking to preserve and authenticate the issue, but given the price sticker damage and moderate wear, a cleaning and pressing service is strongly recommended first to bump the potential grade into the mid-grades.
Notable Features
Classic Bronze Age Marvel issue featuring iconic cover artwork by John Buscema and Stan Lee storytelling.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with correct 15-cent cover price, traditional 1970s Marvel paper stock, standard Comics Code Authority seal, and expected vintage ink saturation.