INCREDIBLE HULK (1962-99) #1
CGC VF-: 7.5
(Stock Image)
SOLD ON: Thursday, 12/07/2023 9:11 PM
$65,888
Sold For
29
Bids
PUBLISHER: Marvel
COMMENTS: ow/white pages, QES certified - criteria given: Deep color strike (navy blue, yellow, red), impressive prime focal area, excellent cover edges
origin & 1st app of the Incredible Hulk; Kirby cover & art; 1st app of Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General "Thunderbolt" Ross; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
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origin & 1st app of the Incredible Hulk; Kirby cover & art; 1st app of Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General "Thunderbolt" Ross; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
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ow/white pages, QES certified - criteria given: Deep color strike (navy blue, yellow, red), impressive prime focal area, excellent cover edges
origin & 1st app of the Incredible Hulk; Kirby cover & art; 1st app of Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General "Thunderbolt" Ross; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
Incredible Hulk #1 really is the first appearance of the Hulk, as Stan Lee and Jack Kirby made new strides into the Marvel Age — creating yet another Silver Age key and top collectible. In addition to introducing readers to Dr. Bruce Banner and his brutal alter-ego, this timeless classic marks the first appearances of Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General "Thunderbolt" Ross. (General Ross, of course, becomes a major part of the MCU with Harrison Ford's big-screen turn in the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World .)
The iconic cover image continues to resonate with fans to this day. Stan Lee, however, wasn't happy. He demanded a change after seeing the botched coloring process for the Hulk's debut. The second issue would change the Hulk from a blotchy gray to his green-skinned glory. Hulk would then survive his own title’s quick cancellation to keep thrilling comics fans, eventually coming back with a top-selling book and a hit '70s television show. From there, the Hulk’s return to the big-screen Avengers reignited the public’s passion for both the unlikely hero and his alter-ego of Dr. Banner. Fans are currently engaging in heated speculation over the Hulk's expected turns in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, ensuring his place as one of Marvel's most beloved characters.
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One of the founding Avengers and an icon of Marvel Comics for decades to come, The Hulk is a household name across the planet. First released in May 1962, The Incredible Hulk #1 by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee introduced audiences to the muscle-bound mammoth, as well as popular supporting characters Rick Jones, Betty Ross, and General Ross. With a black background on its cover and a smaller-than-usual print run, Hulk #1 is particularly difficult to find in higher grades. This gorgeous QES-certified book features vibrant cover copy, as well as a very sharp rendition of the Banner/Hulk transformation; a major key like this only becomes more valuable and desirable over time. An Incredible Hulk #1 7.5 sold for $84,000 in September 2023.
Overstreet Guide 2023 VF- (7.5) value = $63,063.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 3 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
Visit the QES website
origin & 1st app of the Incredible Hulk; Kirby cover & art; 1st app of Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General "Thunderbolt" Ross; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 10 (CBI)
Incredible Hulk #1 really is the first appearance of the Hulk, as Stan Lee and Jack Kirby made new strides into the Marvel Age — creating yet another Silver Age key and top collectible. In addition to introducing readers to Dr. Bruce Banner and his brutal alter-ego, this timeless classic marks the first appearances of Betty Ross, Rick Jones, and General "Thunderbolt" Ross. (General Ross, of course, becomes a major part of the MCU with Harrison Ford's big-screen turn in the upcoming Captain America: Brave New World .)
The iconic cover image continues to resonate with fans to this day. Stan Lee, however, wasn't happy. He demanded a change after seeing the botched coloring process for the Hulk's debut. The second issue would change the Hulk from a blotchy gray to his green-skinned glory. Hulk would then survive his own title’s quick cancellation to keep thrilling comics fans, eventually coming back with a top-selling book and a hit '70s television show. From there, the Hulk’s return to the big-screen Avengers reignited the public’s passion for both the unlikely hero and his alter-ego of Dr. Banner. Fans are currently engaging in heated speculation over the Hulk's expected turns in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, ensuring his place as one of Marvel's most beloved characters.
________________________________________________
One of the founding Avengers and an icon of Marvel Comics for decades to come, The Hulk is a household name across the planet. First released in May 1962, The Incredible Hulk #1 by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee introduced audiences to the muscle-bound mammoth, as well as popular supporting characters Rick Jones, Betty Ross, and General Ross. With a black background on its cover and a smaller-than-usual print run, Hulk #1 is particularly difficult to find in higher grades. This gorgeous QES-certified book features vibrant cover copy, as well as a very sharp rendition of the Banner/Hulk transformation; a major key like this only becomes more valuable and desirable over time. An Incredible Hulk #1 7.5 sold for $84,000 in September 2023.
Overstreet Guide 2023 VF- (7.5) value = $63,063.
If you are a new customer planning to make a first-time purchase over $25,000, please contact us 24 hours in advance of the item closing at 212.895.3999 or support@comicconnect.com so that we may approve your account for bidding. (This policy was instituted to protect consignors and bidders against bids from fraudulent accounts, and to ensure the integrity of the bidding process.) Once approved, please log out of your account and then log in, for the approval to take effect.
We realize many of you would like to bid on this auction lot, so for this listing, ComicConnect.com offers a 3 month, interest free, time payment plan with a 20% non-refundable deposit. Time Payments invoices can only be paid by cash, check, money order or wire transfer. LEARN MORE
Visit the QES website