This is the book that started it all for what would eventually become Marvel Comics. The first appearance of the Human Torch by Carl Burgos, the Angel by Paul Gustavson, Ka-Zar Ben Thompson and the first appearance of the Sub-Mariner by Bill Everett. Sci-Fi artist Frank R. Paul painted the cover showcasing the first time the Human Torch flames on. The first comic published by Timely as well as several extremely key first appearances, Marvel Comics 1 is consistently noted as one of the top 5 most valuable and important comics of all time. Without it, the Marvel universe as we know it would not exist. As the Marvel movies gain in popularity the importance of this comic will increase exponentially.

Restoration includes: color touch, pieces added, tear seals, cleaned, reinforced.
This is one of just two copies ever offered by ComicConnect.com and she's a beauty. Tremendous eye appeal wrapped up in one of the most important comics ever printed.

Overstreet 2011 F/VF 7.0 value = $99,000.

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