? Fantastic Four #9 – CGC 4.0 Universal Grade (1962)
? 3rd Silver Age Appearance of the Sub-Mariner!
? Fresh from CGC | Jack Kirby Art | Custom Fantastic Four CGC Label!
Welcome to The Collector's Safari, where “The Hunt Is On.” And what a treasure we've uncovered! This listing features Fantastic Four #9, published by Marvel Comics in 1962, and graded CGC 4.0 (Very Good)—a Silver Age Marvel key bursting with early team dynamics, iconic storytelling, and a memorable return by Namor the Sub-Mariner!
This is the third appearance of Namor in the Silver Age, and it marks a wild moment in Marvel history: the Fantastic Four are flat broke, and their solution involves starring in a film produced by the Sub-Mariner himself! Drama, deception, and battle unfold across five action-packed chapters—and the cover by Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers is an absolute classic.
?️ Key Highlights:
? 3rd Silver Age appearance of Namor, the Sub-Mariner – Marvel's first antihero!
? The Fantastic Four star in a movie... produced by Namor?!
? 5-part story arc packed with team tension and classic twists
? Iconic art by Jack Kirby (pencils) and Dick Ayers (inks)
✍️ Story by Stan Lee – the Marvel Method in full force!
? Includes a custom Fantastic Four CGC label – a collector's bonus!
? Scarce early FF issue in any condition—with only 125 CGC 4.0s known and 715 total in higher grades
? Comic Book Details:
? CGC Grading Info – 4.0 (Very Good) Universal Blue Label
This comic has been freshly returned from CGC, carrying a 4.0 Universal Blue Label, signifying no restoration—this is a complete, original copy of a key early Marvel issue.
CGC Grader Notes:
While this is a lower mid-grade, the book still presents beautifully, and its historical and collector significance cannot be overstated—especially with that fantastic custom label!
? What Does CGC 4.0 Mean?
A 4.0 (Very Good) means the comic shows moderate to heavy wear but remains complete and structurally sound. For a 1962 Marvel key, this is a sweet spot for collectors looking to own history without breaking the bank.
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? Fantastic Four #9 is a gem from the dawn of the Marvel Universe. With Sub-Mariner intrigue, Jack Kirby artwork, and a fun twist of superhero stardom, this is a key issue every collector should own. Don't miss out—grab it now before Namor swims away with it!