Fantastic Four #5 (1962)
Landmark issue Fantastic Four #5 (1962) published by Marvel. Key significance: First appearance of Doctor Doom (Victor Von Doom).
Estimated Market Value
Live Market Benchmark$18.0K
Value Range: $1.5K (Low Raw) – $95.0K (CGC High-Grade)
Guide data reviewed July 2026. Estimates are informational and vary by edition, condition, and completed-sale timing. Read the valuation disclaimer.
🏛️ CGC Census & Population Rarity
Total Graded copies
2,117
CGC 9.8 Population
126
Price by Condition (CGC Grade Matrix)
| Condition | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P 1.0) | $1.5K |
| Good (G 2.0) | $3.6K |
| Fine (F 6.0) | $9.0K |
| Very Fine (VF 8.0) | $14.4K |
| Near Mint (NM 9.4) | $27.0K |
| Mint (M 9.9) | $95.0K |
* Values are weighted market estimates based on recent auction sales and CGC slab history.
Variant & Edition Multipliers
Direct Edition
Standard comic shop direct distribution.
Newsstand Edition
Barcoded newsstand rack edition with lower survival rate.
Recent Verified Sales Log
| Date | Grade | Marketplace | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | CGC 9.6 | eBay | $25.2K |
| 2026-04-05 | CGC 9.4 | Heritage Auctions | $19.8K |
Key Issue Specifications
- Series
- Fantastic Four
- Issue
- #5
- Year
- 1962
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Writer
- Stan Lee
- Cover Artist
- Jack Kirby
Characters Featured
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Fantastic Four #5 FAQ
How much is Fantastic Four #5 worth?
Fantastic Four #5 (1962) has an estimated average market value of $18.0K, ranging from $1.5K in low raw condition to $95.0K or higher in top CGC graded condition.
What is a high-grade CGC copy of Fantastic Four #5 worth?
In Near Mint (9.4+) condition, Fantastic Four #5 is valued at approximately $27.0K, with Mint (9.9/10.0) copies reaching up to $95.0K.
Why is Fantastic Four #5 a key comic book?
Fantastic Four #5 is a key issue because: First appearance of Doctor Doom (Victor Von Doom). Landmark issue Fantastic Four #5 (1962) published by Marvel. Key significance: First appearance of Doctor Doom (Victor Von Doom).