The Incredible Hulk ##311
Marvel Comics • The Incredible Hulk Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Mike Mignola
Cover Artist
Mike Mignola
Publication Date
September 1985
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Life-Lines!'. The Savage Hulk faces off against the Triad. Bruce Banner's psyche is struggling within the mindless beast during the 'Crossroads' dimension saga.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the spine; light corner blunting at top left and bottom right; slight surface wear/scuffing on the cover gloss; edge wear along the right side of the cover; potential minor taning to interior page edges based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (ungraded): $8.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC/CBCS 6.0): $35.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $10 - $15. High-grade (NM 9.4+) copies sell for $40 - $60 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading in this condition. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees would exceed the market value of a 6.0 grade. Only recommended for grading if it was a high-grade candidate (9.6 or 9.8).
Notable Features
Significant for being early work by legendary Hellboy creator Mike Mignola. Features the 'Spider-Man' face in the corner UPC box, typical of Direct Edition Marvel copies from this era.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1980s newsprint interior and glossy cover stock. Ink saturation and 'Direct Edition' logo are consistent with original 1985 printings.