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Presenting this iconic Marvel Silver Age collectible, The Incredible Hulk #5. This key issue from January 1963 features the exciting first appearance of Tyrannus. Written by Stan Lee, with dynamic cover and interior art by legends Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers. Professionally graded by CGC at 6.5 with desirable Off-White Pages, ensuring its authenticity. The comic is well-preserved within its protective slab, showing light wear consistent with its grade. This highly sought-after issue holds an auction estimate between $1,500 and $2,500. A fantastic example of early Marvel history, representing a significant piece for serious comic collectors.
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Item Report
Marvel Silver Age The Incredible Hulk #5 CGC Graded Comic Book
By: Stan Lee (story), Jack Kirby (cover and art), Dick Ayers (cover and art), Marvel Comics (publisher)
Style: Silver Age Comic Book, Superhero
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper, ink, staples (encased in a rigid plastic slab)
Age: January 1963
Condition: 6.5 (CGC Universal Grade, Off-White Pages)
Value: Authentic (CGC Graded): $1,500 - $2,500; Reproduction: $5 - $20 (for a modern, unofficial reprint)
Maker's Marks / Writing: CGC Universal Grade label, Marvel Comics logo, 'THE INCREDIBLE HULK', 'Stan Lee story', 'Jack Kirby and Dick Ayers cover and art', '1st appearance of Tyrannus'.
Date: 2026-07-06 12:17:47.623698
Description:
A professionally graded copy of 'The Incredible Hulk #5' comic book, published by Marvel Comics in January 1963. This issue is notable for the first appearance of the character Tyrannus. The cover features the Hulk breaking through restraints, with Dr. Bruce Banner and Betty Ross in the foreground, and a group of armed figures in the background. The comic is encased in a protective CGC Universal Grade slab.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a highly collectible Silver Age Marvel comic book, professionally graded by CGC, which confirms its authenticity and condition. The first appearance of Tyrannus makes it a key issue for collectors of Marvel history. The grade of 6.5 with Off-White pages is solid for a comic of this age, indicating good preservation.
Individual Images:
- whole comic in slab
- detail of CGC label
- detail of comic cover art
- back of comic in slab
Provenance:
CGC certification number 3944939023.
Condition:
6.5 (CGC Universal Grade, Off-White Pages)
Identification Score: 100%
The item is clearly identified by the CGC Universal Grade label, which specifies the title, issue number, publisher, date, and key features.
Authenticity Score: 100%
The comic book is encapsulated and graded by Certified Guaranty Company (CGC), a leading third-party grading service, which guarantees its authenticity and condition as described on the label.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
Incredible Hulk #5, Marvel Comics, Silver Age, Superhero Comic, Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, 1st Tyrannus, CGC Graded, Comic Book, United States
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