This rare and highly sought-after single issue comic book features the iconic character Silver Surfer in Fantastic Four #123. Published in 1972 during the Bronze Age of US Comics by Marvel Comics, this comic book is a must-have for collectors and fans of the Fantastic Four series. The issue number and title showcase the importance of the story arc and the character's role in it. The comic is in high grade condition and has been well-preserved over the years. The cover art is vibrant and the pages are clean and crisp. The comic book is a valuable addition to any collection and a great opportunity for fans to own a piece of comic book history.

Grading Criteria - 7.5

Front Cover:

  1. Spine Wear: Minimal spine wear with very few visible spine ticks.
  2. Corners: The corners appear slightly blunted but are generally in good condition.
  3. Edges: The edges are generally clean with minor wear visible, especially near the spine.
  4. Surface: The cover shows vibrant colors and is generally clean. There are minor signs of handling wear but no significant creasing or major defects.
  5. Staples: The staples appear intact and show no signs of rust.

Back Cover:

  1. Edges: Minimal wear along the edges.
  2. Corners: The corners are slightly blunted, consistent with the front cover.
  3. Surface: There is slight discoloration due to age but no significant stains or marks.
  4. Staples: Intact and free from rust.

Interior Pages:

  1. Page Quality: The interior pages appear to be off-white to cream, indicating some aging but are generally clean.
  2. Staple Placement: The staples are well-placed and secure, with no signs of tearing around the staple areas.
  3. Print Quality: The print quality is good with no major ink smudges or printing errors.

Defects Summary:

  • Minimal spine stress and light ticks
  • Slightly blunted corners
  • Minimal edge wear
  • Slight discoloration on the back cover
  • Off-white to cream interior pages

Estimated Grade:

Given the described defects and the overall condition of the comic, the estimated grade would be 7.5 (Very Fine-). This grade reflects the minimal spine and edge wear, slight corner blunting, and slight discoloration while accounting for the overall clean and vibrant cover colors.


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