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Vintage Fantastic Four Comic Book Lot (1972-1981) - 34 Issues + 2 Annuals - Marvel Bronze Age Run - DOOM & ULTRON Keys!

Item Specifics:

Publisher: Marvel Comics
Series: Fantastic Four (Vol. 1)
Era: Bronze Age (1970-1983)
Total Books: 36 (34 Regular Issues + 2 King-Size Annuals)
Format: Single Issue Mixed Lot

Description Overview

Up for purchase is a fantastic collector's lot of 36 vintage Marvel Fantastic Four comic books spanning from 1972 to 1981. This unique lot includes a selection of early-70s collector issues that lead into a long, Bronze Age run, concluding with the sought-after dawn of the iconic John Byrne creator era!

Every single comic has been individually stored in protective bags to preserve cover gloss and art quality. This is a phenomenal "instant collection" or gap-filler run for Marvel enthusiasts and investment-minded comic collectors alike.

Major Collector Keys & Character Highlights Included:

Serious collectors look for key character developments, milestones, and iconic cover art. This corrected run features some exceptional highlights:

Fantastic Four #128 (1972): Early Bronze Age Issue! Features a classic showdown with the Mole Man and Tyrannus in Subterranea. Beautiful cover art by legendary artist John Buscema.
Fantastic Four #143 & #144 (1974): Doctor Doom Keys! A multi-part cosmic saga featuring iconic storylines fighting Doctor Doom ("The Terrible Triumph of Doctor Doom!").
Fantastic Four #150 (1974): Major Key Issue! Features the massive Wedding of Crystal (of the Inhumans) and Quicksilver. It also features the landmark appearance of Ultron-7 (reanimated inside the body of Omega)!
Fantastic Four #162 (1975): Features a mind-bending alternate universe tale showcasing the "Earth-A" version of the team.
Fantastic Four #177: Key Issue! Features the 1st appearance of Texas Twister (future S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent) and Captain Ultra, alongside a battle with the Frightful Four.
Fantastic Four #185: Key Issue! Written by Len Wein with incredible art by George Pérez. Features the 1st appearance of Nicholas Scratch (the sinister warlock son of Agatha Harkness).
Fantastic Four #186: Key Issue! Features the 1st team appearance of Salem's Seven (the magically empowered children of Nicholas Scratch).
Fantastic Four #204: Key Cosmic Issue! Features the historic 1st appearance of the Nova Corps(Queen Adora and the planet Xandar). Classic Skrull battle storyline.
Fantastic Four #220 & #221: Highly Sought-After Run! This two-part story marks the historic beginning of John Byrne's legendary run as writer/artist on the series. Includes a beautiful retelling of the Fantastic Four's classic origin story.
Fantastic Four #228: Cosmic Milestone! Features a massive battle against Ego the Living Planet with incredible, vibrant cover art.
Fantastic Four #231: Classic Diablo and Negative Zone storyline serving as the final prelude right before John Byrne took over full series duties.
King-Size Annual #12 (1977): Giant-size crossover featuring guest stars The Uncanny Inhumans(Black Bolt, Medusa, Gorgon) in an epic space battle.
King-Size Annual #15 (1980): Classic Doctor Doom Key! Features a legendary Doctor Doom storyline titled "Dr. Doom Lives!" along with major appearances by Captain Marvel and the Skrulls.

Condition Assessment

Grade Range: Raw, uncertified, mid-grade conditions averaging Very Good (VG) to Fine (FN).
Cover/Spine Health: Covers still showcase magnificent, vibrant colors and original cover gloss. As visible in the side-profile stack photo, the books are remarkably flat with no water damage or warping. Mild, age-appropriate spine stress creases and minor corner blunting are present, consistent with well-kept, read copies of this vintage. Some comics have felt pen marks over the price or old pricing stickers.
Please review the high-resolution, small-group grid photos provided to assess the exact condition of each cover prior to purchasing.

Complete Numerical Manifest (36 Books Total):

Early Run: #128, #143, #144, #150, #162
Main Run: #177, #178, #179, #180, #181, #182, #183, #184, #185, #186, #203, #204, #205, #206, #209, #212, #213, #215, #216, #217, #218, #219, #220, #221, #222, #223, #227, #228 & #231.
Annuals: King-Size Annual #12 (1977) & King-Size Annual #15 (1980).
Professional Shipping & Handling
- Packaging: Comics are individually bagged. The complete set will be tightly bound as a solid block, sandwiched between two pieces of rigid, thick cardboard to eliminate movement and protect edges, and heavily bubble-wrapped.
- Postage: Safely shipped via Australia Post Medium Flat Rate Satchel (up to 5kg flat rate tier). Tracking number will be uploaded to eBay immediately upon dispatch.