Fantastic Four #52 (1966)
Landmark issue Fantastic Four #52 (1966) published by Marvel. Key significance: First appearance of Black Panther (T'Challa).
Estimated Market Value
Live Market Benchmark$3.2K
Value Range: $350 (Low Raw) – $18.0K (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
1,156
CGC 9.8 Population
249
Price by Condition (CGC Grade Matrix)
| Condition | Estimated Value |
|---|---|
| Poor (P 1.0) | $350 |
| Good (G 2.0) | $640 |
| Fine (F 6.0) | $1.6K |
| Very Fine (VF 8.0) | $2.6K |
| Near Mint (NM 9.4) | $4.8K |
| Mint (M 9.9) | $18.0K |
* 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 | $4.5K |
| 2026-04-05 | CGC 9.4 | Heritage Auctions | $3.5K |
Key Issue Specifications
- Series
- Fantastic Four
- Issue
- #52
- Year
- 1966
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Writer
- Stan Lee
- Cover Artist
- Jack Kirby
Characters Featured
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Fantastic Four #52 FAQ
How much is Fantastic Four #52 worth?
Fantastic Four #52 (1966) has an estimated average market value of $3.2K, ranging from $350 in low raw condition to $18.0K or higher in top CGC graded condition.
What is a high-grade CGC copy of Fantastic Four #52 worth?
In Near Mint (9.4+) condition, Fantastic Four #52 is valued at approximately $4.8K, with Mint (9.9/10.0) copies reaching up to $18.0K.
Why is Fantastic Four #52 a key comic book?
Fantastic Four #52 is a key issue because: First appearance of Black Panther (T'Challa). Landmark issue Fantastic Four #52 (1966) published by Marvel. Key significance: First appearance of Black Panther (T'Challa).