Tales of Suspense #9 1960 CGC 6.5 1st Diablo Pre-Hero Atlas Jack Kirby Ditko Key For Sale

Details: PRE-HERO MONSTER KEY! | Tales of Suspense #9 (1960) | CGC 6.5

You are offerding on an incredible piece of pre-Marvel history: a professionally graded, slabbed copy of Tales of Suspense #9 (May 1960)! Published during the legendary Atlas Comics era, this highly sought-after issue features the very first appearance of the smoke-creature Diablo and stands as a prime example of the \"Pre-Hero\" monster phase that preceded the Marvel Age of Heroes.

Why this Comic is a Major Key:

• 1st Appearance of Diablo: Before superheroes took over, giant monsters and eerie sci-fi anthologies dominated the newsstands. This issue marks the debut of Diablo, making it a major target for vintage monster collectors.

• Legendary Creative Team: What truly elevates this issue is the interior storytelling by the two absolute architects of the Marvel Universe: Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko. Finding their early Atlas-era monster work is becoming increasingly difficult as collectors aggressively hunt down these proto-Marvel milestones.

• Premium Graded Investment: Surviving 1960 Atlas monster keys are notoriously difficult to find in mid-to-high grades. Securing a beautifully presenting, authenticated CGC 6.5 (Fine+) copy offers a highly liquid, centerpiece investment for any serious Silver Age collection.

Condition Details & Grading (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY):

• Certified Grade: CGC 6.5 (Fine+).

• Slab Condition: The CGC case is intact with no major scratching, cracks, or structural issues.

• Photos are your Guide: Please carefully review all provided high-resolution pictures to verify the exact presentation of the comic within the slab, the CGC label details, and the page quality notes. What you see in the photos is exactly the graded comic you will receive.

• Questions: If you need clarification on the CGC grader notes or slab condition before offerding on this dsgkanderson sale, please feel free to send a message!

• Publisher: Atlas / Marvel Comics.

• Year: 1960.

• Format: Graded Single Issue Comic Book (Slabbed).