The Thanos Quest #Book One
Marvel Comics • The Thanos Quest
Writer
Jim Starlin
Interior Artist
Ron Lim
Cover Artist
Ron Lim
Publication Date
September 1990
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'Schemes and Dreams,' Thanos is resurrected by Death and seeks the six Soul Gems (later Infinity Gems) to become omnipotent. In this first book, he outwits the In-Betweener, the Champion, and the Gardener to acquire the Power, Time, and Space gems.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting on the top-right and bottom-left corners. Slight edge wear on the bottom spine area. Minor scuffing or surface wear on the dark purple ink areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $40-$60; Graded 9.8: $250-$300; Graded 8.0: $60-$75
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average between $45 and $55 for copies with similar spine wear. High-grade 9.8 slabs frequently reach $275.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth professional grading if it can achieve a 9.6 or higher after a press. At an estimated 8.0, the cost of grading may equal the value added. A professional clean and press might improve the grade by flattening non-color-breaking dimples.
Notable Features
Key issue; Prelude to 'The Infinity Gauntlet.' Notable for Thanos beginning his quest for the Infinity Stones. Features Ron Lim's iconic 1990s cosmic art style. Prestige format square-bound spine.
Authentication Notes
Authentic prestige format edition. Correct heavy cardstock cover and internal matte paper. High-quality color registration and correct 'square-bound' glue-perforated binding common for 1990 high-end Marvel releases.