Thor #169 “VF” 1st app of the Creeping Plague / Origin of Galactus
CHF 390.00
1969 Marvel
Thor #169 (1969) Silver Age Key
This collectible Thor #169 is a beautiful VF (Very Fine) copy and a cornerstone of Marvel’s cosmic mythology. This issue features the 1st appearance of the Creeping Plague (the Thermal Man) and concludes the historic Origin of Galactus. Written by Stan Lee with masterful art by Jack Kirby, this story explains the birth of the World-Eater and his first encounter with the Black Winter (as Galan). It is an essential book for anyone following the cosmic lore of the Marvel Universe.
Detailed Condition: VF (Very Fine) 8.0
This copy is graded VF (8.0). It boasts outstanding eye appeal with a flat, tight spine and vibrant original cover gloss. The colors—particularly the blues and reds of Thor’s costume—remain remarkably punchy. The spine has only minor, non-color-breaking stress lines, and the corners show very slight blunting consistent with the grade. Interior pages are Off-White to White, remaining supple and well-preserved. A high-presenting, structurally sound investment piece.
Additional information
| Comic Era | Silver Age |
|---|---|
| Marvel Characters | Thor |
| Publishers | Marvel |
