Fantastic Four ##59
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby & Joe Sinnott
Publication Date
February 1967
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A classic Silver Age story titled 'Doomsday'. The issue features the Fantastic Four alongside Black Bolt and the Inhumans. It continues the epic saga involving Doctor Doom stealing the Silver Surfer's Power Cosmic.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate wear visible on the spine with multiple color-breaking spine ticks. Significant corner blunting on the bottom right and top left. Visible surface scuffing and overall yellowing/tanning consistent with age. Slight cover misalignment/rolling from the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $60 - $85; Graded (4.0): $120 - $140
Recent Sales
Recent sales for FF #59 in Mid-Grade (4.0-5.0) have averaged between $75 and $115. Higher grades (9.0+) command significant premiums above $600.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition unless intended for personal preservation. The costs of grading ($30-$50) plus shipping would likely match or exceed the immediate value gain for a 4.0 copy.
Notable Features
Features Black Bolt and the Inhumans. Iconic Jack Kirby 'Kirby Krackle' art style on the cover. Key Silver Age issue occurring during the peak Lee/Kirby run.
Authentication Notes
The 12-cent price point and 'IND' indicator are consistent with authentic 1967 Marvel production. No obvious signs of restoration like color touch-ups are visible from the image, but the paper shows natural oxidation.