Here we go — Book #2 is noticeably nicer than Book #1, with cleaner edges, a tighter spine, brighter whites, and much less visible wear. Below is the full grade, pricing, and eBay listing.
After examining all pics, here’s the breakdown:
Strong color with excellent gloss
Very minimal spine wear (just a couple tiny non–color-breaking ticks)
Corners are fairly sharp — only tiny blunting on lower right
No major creases or bends
Right edge clean
Spine edge tight with very minor stress
Bottom right has slight stress but not severe
Much cleaner than Book #1
Some mild age toning (normal for 1974 Marvel)
Slight discoloration spot bottom right
Overall very clean for a 50-year-old book
Pages appear off-white to cream
Staples tight
No rips, writing, or stains visible
Lays flat
No water damage
No spine roll
Presents very well
This is clearly a mid-high grade Bronze Age giant-size — much better than Book #1.
A press could potentially push it into 6.5–7.0 territory.
FN 6.0 → $50–$65
FN+ 6.5 → $65–$75
VF 7.0 → $85–$95
$84.95 + shipping
This sets you competitively and still gives room for offers.
Giant-Size Super-Stars #1 (1974) Marvel | Fantastic Four | Thing vs Hulk | FN/FN+ | Bronze Age
Giant-Size Super-Stars #1 (Marvel, 1974)
Featuring the Fantastic Four and a classic Thing vs Hulk battle in this Bronze Age giant-size issue!
📚 Condition:
This copy is in Fine to Fine+ (6.0–6.5) condition and presents beautifully. Front cover has bright, vivid colors with excellent gloss and only very light spine stress. Corners are sharp with only minor blunting. Back cover is clean with normal age toning. Interior pages are off-white/cream and staples are tight. No writing, missing pages, water damage, or major defects.
Please see all photos — the exact book you will receive.
🔥 Highlights:
First issue in the Giant-Size Super-Stars line
Iconic Thing vs Hulk battle
Oversized Bronze Age Marvel
High eye appeal — great for collectors
📦 Ships bagged, boarded, and in a Gemini-style mailer.
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