ASTONISHING TALES VOL. 1, #12 (1972) VF- Neal Adams-2nd Man-Thing
Astonishing Tales Volume 1, #12 in VF- condition. 1st appearance of Doctor Calvin. Gorgeous early bronze age high grade beauty. The colors pop, and the gloss is amazing.
The first two photos are actual HD scans of the comic book. You will receive the actual comic in the photos. As everyone knows, grading can at times be subjective.
Additional photos are provided for you to make the best decision before purchasing. I use the Overstreet grading scale in determination for the grades listed, but look at the photos for your assessment. 8.0 VERY FINE (VF): An excellent copy with outstanding eye appeal. Sharp, bright and clean with supple pages. A comic book is this grade has the appearance of having been carefully handled.
A limited accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed. Cover is relatively flat with minimal surface wear beginning to show, possibly including some minute wear at corners.
Inks are generally bright with moderate to high reflectivity. An unnoticeable 1/4 crease is acceptable if color is not broken.
Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present. No obvious soiling, staining or other discoloration except for minor foxing.Spine is almost flat with no roll. Possible minor color break is allowed. Staples may show some discoloration.
Very slight staple tears and a few almost very minor to minor stress lines may be present. In rare cases, a comic was not stapled at the bindery and therefore has a missing staple; this is not considered a defect. Any staple can be replaced on books up to Fine, but only vintage staples can be used on books from Very Fine to Near Mint.Mint books must have original staples. Paper is (no worse than) tan to cream and supple.
No hint of acidity in the odor of the newsprint. Minor interior tears at the margin may be present. 7.5 VERY FINE- (VF-): Fits the criteria for Very Fine but with an additional defect or small accumulation of defects that detracts from the book's appearance by a perceptible amount. Feel free to message for any additional questions or photos.
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- Character: Man-Thing, Ka-Zar, Mockingbird (Agent-19)
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Issue Number: 12
- Format: Single Issue
- Series: Astonishing Tales
- Type: Comic Book
- Title: Astonishing Tales
- Artist/Writer: Len Wein, Roy Thomas, John Buscema, Neal Adams
- Features: 1st appearance Doctor Calvin, 2nd appearance Man-Thing
- Universe: Marvel (MCU)
- Vintage: Yes
- Publication Year: 1972
- Language: English
- Publisher: Marvel Comics
- Tradition: US Comics
- Genre: Superheroes, Science Fiction & Horror
- Cover Artist: John Buscema
- Unit of Sale: Single Unit
- Era: Bronze Age (1970-83)