Item Report
Marvel Bronze Age Comic Book: Howard the Duck #1 (January 1976)
By: Written by Steve Gerber, art by Frank Brunner
Style: Bronze Age Comic Book
Origin: United States
Materials: Printed paper with color ink
Age: 1976 (January)
Condition: Very Good (visible spine wear, color still vibrant, appears to be a raw copy - not professionally graded)
Value: $150 - $350 (raw, ungraded copy in very good to fine condition at auction; higher for CGC graded)
Maker's Marks / Writing: No special marks visible; standard Marvel Comics branding and issue details.
Date: 2025-06-10 18:23:22.076096
Description:
This is the first issue of 'Howard the Duck' published by Marvel Comics in January 1976. The cover prominently features Howard the Duck wielding a sword with Spider-Man appearing in a cameo at the bottom right. The comic is known for its satirical tone and offbeat humor, representing the superhero and anthropomorphic comic trend of the 1970s, known as the Bronze Age of Comics. Howard the Duck became a cult favorite for its quirky stories and pop-culture parody.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
An iconic and collectible first issue from the Bronze Age of comics, Howard the Duck #1 is regarded as a classic and a favorite with collectors. The value largely depends on condition and whether the comic is professionally graded. The cover art by Frank Brunner and the inclusion of Spider-Man add to its appeal.
Individual Images:
- No additional images provided; primary image shows some glare and distortion but overall cover detail is clear enough to identify general condition.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation provided.
Condition:
Very Good (visible spine wear, color still vibrant, appears to be a raw copy - not professionally graded)
Identification Score: 98%
The title, cover art, publisher, and publication date are all clearly visible, making positive identification as Howard the Duck #1 (1976) almost certain.
Authenticity Score: 92%
Assuming this is an original photo and not a reproduction or digital reprint cover, the comic appears authentic, but certainty would require direct examination, checking for printing cues and paper aging.
Image Memory Note
This is Howard the Duck #1, a key Bronze Age Marvel first issue featuring Howard and Spider-Man, with visible handling wear but still collectible.
Keywords
Howard the Duck, Marvel Comics, Bronze Age, comic book, Spider-Man, Steve Gerber, Frank Brunner, United States, 1976, first issue, collectible
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