Fantastic Four ##315
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Ron Frenz
Publication Date
June 1988
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Fantastic Four (consisting of Thing, She-Thing, Human Torch, and Crystal at this time) battle Master Pandemonium. The story titled 'The Great Escape' involves the team attempting to escape from the realm of the Cat People.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; visible blunting and wear on top-right and bottom-right corners; slight surface scuffing on the dark black ink areas of the top header; minor color chipping along the right-hand edge; cover appears mostly flat but shows signs of handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically fall between $2 and $10 depending on the bundle. 9.8 graded copies have sold in the $50 range, though demand is relatively low for this specific late-80s issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx $25-$40) exceeds the current market value of the book in this estimated condition. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features Master Pandemonium as the primary antagonist. This era of the FF features 'Ms. Marvel' Sharon Ventura as the She-Thing and Crystal of the Inhumans replacing Invisible Woman and Mr. Fantastic on the roster.
Authentication Notes
The book displays authentic late-1980s Marvel manufacturing characteristics, including the 75-cent price point and the standard Direct Market Spider-Man icon box. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.