Atlas Comics · Strange Tales #85 · June 1961 · $0.10 · 32 pages · Monthly
Grade: FN 6.0
Edited by Stan Lee.
Cover by Steve Ditko and Paul Reinman.
Features the return of Gargantus, the colossal monster character who had terrorized earlier Atlas stories. The giant creature rises from the ocean depths to menace civilization once again, drawn by Steve Ditko and Paul Reinman in the distinctive monster-movie style that defined Atlas' creature features.
Represents Atlas Comics' transition period into what would become Marvel Comics' monster era, with Ditko's early Atlas work showcasing the angular, dynamic style that would soon define Spider-Man and Doctor Strange.
Condition FN 6.0 — The Picto standard for quality. Sharp corners, bright colors, and a flat spine. Just a touch of handling.. Noting: General surface wear consistent with handling, Corner wear visible on front cover corners, Edge wear along spine, Features the return of Gargantus monster character. Steve Ditko cover art during his early Atlas/Marvel period..
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Atlas Comics · Strange Tales #85 · June 1961 · $0.10 · 32 pages · Monthly
Grade: FN 6.0
Edited by Stan Lee.
Cover by Steve Ditko and Paul Reinman.
Features the return of Gargantus, the colossal monster character who had terrorized earlier Atlas stories. The giant creature rises from the ocean depths to menace civilization once again, drawn by Steve Ditko and Paul Reinman in the distinctive monster-movie style that defined Atlas' creature features.
Represents Atlas Comics' transition period into what would become Marvel Comics' monster era, with Ditko's early Atlas work showcasing the angular, dynamic style that would soon define Spider-Man and Doctor Strange.
Condition FN 6.0 — The Picto standard for quality. Sharp corners, bright colors, and a flat spine. Just a touch of handling.. Noting: General surface wear consistent with handling, Corner wear visible on front cover corners, Edge wear along spine, Features the return of Gargantus monster character. Steve Ditko cover art during his early Atlas/Marvel period..
We use what the scientists are calling artificial intelligence to research and write our descriptions — it gives us more time to add books to our website and provide you with a wider array of inventory. We think Klaatu would approve. Details are verified but the robot does slip up. We're not infallible. Every book is graded by a human collector who has actually held it. If anything ever looks off, reach on out at robopictocomics@gmail.com.
