Fantastic Four #18 (1963)
Marvel Comics
1st Super-Skrull – Lee/Kirby - Key Issue
VG/VG+
Fantastic Four #18 (Marvel Comics, September 1963)
First Appearance of the Super-Skrull – Silver Age Key Issue
A classic early Marvel Silver Age key featuring the debut of the Super-Skrull, one of the FF’s most iconic villains. Written by Stan Lee with art by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott.
📌 Key Highlights
- 🔥 First appearance of Super-Skrull (Kl’rt)
- 🎨 Story by Stan Lee & Jack Kirby
- 📚 Early Marvel universe ads including:
- Full-page ad for Avengers #1
- Ads for Fantastic Four Annual #1 and Strange Tales Annual #1
- Teaser for X-Men #1
- Classic Silver Age Fantastic Four cover and interior art
📊 Condition: VG/VG+ (Approx. 4.0–4.5)
Please review photos carefully. Not professionally graded.
Notable defects:
- Front cover detached at bottom staple
- Color-breaking crease across top right front cover corner
- Discoloration mark on front cover (near Sue Storm’s foot)
- General wear consistent with grade (spine wear, edge wear, aging)
Despite defects, presents nicely with strong eye appeal for a mid-grade Silver Age key.
📸 Additional Notes
- Complete and readable
- Staples present
- Interior pages show typical age-related toning
Great opportunity to own a major Silver Age key at an accessible price point. Perfect for Fantastic Four collectors, Marvel key hunters, or anyone building a foundational Silver Age run.
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