Fantastic Four ##341
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
Walt Simonson
Interior Artist
Walt Simonson
Cover Artist
Walt Simonson
Publication Date
June 1990
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Timeslide' arc. The Fantastic Four travel through time and space in the Fantasticar, encountering different eras. This issue features the team including Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny Storm in a fast-paced science fiction adventure characteristic of Simonson's tenure on the title.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress, specifically near the top staple and mid-spine area. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface wear/scuffing visible in the dark black areas of the cover art. The cover gloss appears preserved but edges show light wear consistent with a mid-to-high grade raw copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically fall between $2 and $5 in average collector condition. High-grade slabbed copies occasionally reach $50 due to the popular Simonson run, but market demand for this specific non-key issue is moderate.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of professional grading (CGC/CBCS) and shipping would exceed the current market value of the comic. It is best enjoyed as a readable collectable in a bag and board.
Notable Features
Features the Iconic Direct Edition 'Spider-Man head' barcode substitute in the bottom left corner. Notable for being part of the celebrated Walt Simonson run which revitalized the title in the early 90s.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the color registration and paper stock typical of 1990s Marvel copper-age issues. The Direct Edition logo is consistent with legitimate printings from this era.