Fantastic Four ##288
Marvel Comics • Fantastic Four Vol. 1
Writer
John Byrne
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
John Byrne
Publication Date
March 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Newsstand barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'In This Chapel Perilous...' Doctor Doom faces off against the Beyonder. This issue ties into the events following the original Secret Wars and features the Fantastic Four alongside Doctor Doom as he attempts to regain his power.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate shelf wear, significant color-breaking spine stress/ticks, corner blunting, possible vertical crease on the right side of the cover, and general edge wear. Spine shows visible white breaks in the ink.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade condition have sold for $2 to $5. Higher grade (9.6+) copies generally sell for $15-$25 raw.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25-$40) significantly exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition. Professional pressing might improve it slightly, but not enough to reach a profitable grade.
Notable Features
Features Doctor Doom and the Beyonder. Written and illustrated by legendary creator John Byrne during his acclaimed run on the title. Includes a 'Secret Wars II' tie-in banner on the top right.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel newsstand edition. Standard paper stock and ink registration for the period are present. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.