John Carter Warlord of Mars #18 CGC SS 7.5 Signed FRANK MILLER 1ST MARVEL WORK For Sale
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John Carter Warlord of Mars #18 CGC SS 7.5 Signed FRANK MILLER 1ST MARVEL WORK: $215.00
CGC Census Data Verification
Total Graded by CGC in 7.5: 2 copies.
Total Graded in Higher Grades: 26 copies.
John Carter Warlord of Mars #18 CGC SS 7.5 Signed Frank Miller 1st Marvel Work
- Item Description
Major Bronze Age Marvel Key – Signed by Frank Miller – His 1st Marvel Work!
Up for sale is a certified, authenticated copy of John Carter, Warlord of Mars #18 (Marvel Comics, 11/78). This historic issue contains the very first professional work published by Marvel Comics legend Frank Miller.
Item Specifics:
Comic Book: John Carter, Warlord of Mars #18 (Marvel Comics, 1978).
Key Significance: Landmark issue featuring the 1st Frank Miller Marvel work (penciled the interior art).
Key Creative Team: Story written by Chris Claremont. Interior pencils by Frank Miller with inks by Bob McLeod. Cover illustration by John Byrne and Rudy Nebres.
CGC Grading: 7.5 Very Fine- (VF-) with Off-White to White Pages.
CGC Label: Signature Series (Yellow Label) – Certification #4506782003.
Signature: Hand-signed by legend Frank Miller in a vibrant pink/red paint pen directly across the cover art on 12/10/24.
Grader Notes: Spine stress lines cover, multiple crease right top of front cover, stain right bottom of back cover.
CGC Census Rarity Highlights:
Census Count: According to the official CGC registry data for this specific signature release combination, there are only 2 copies in existence graded at the 7.5 tier, with 26 copies graded higher.
Condition & Shipping Notes:
The slab case is brand new and case-fresh from CGC with no scratches or scuffs. It has been held safely inside a climate-controlled, smoke-free collector environment since its return. The unique pink paint pen signature stands out sharply against the dark green background of Tars Tarkas, providing excellent visual display appeal.
The comic slab will be wrapped securely in protective bubble wrap.
Secured tightly inside a rigid shipping box to prevent shifting or damage during transit.
Fully tracked through USPS Ground Advantage Services.
