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Condition Profile
MARVEL COMICS · 12/96 · DIRECT EDITION
UNIT ECA-008789
THE INCREDIBLE HULK #448
Peter David-era Hulk adventure from the direct market glut years
// Unit specification
| Publisher | Cover date | Era | Variant | Key attribute | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marvel Comics | December 1996 | Modern | Direct Edition | — | AVAILABLE |
// Run position
// Condition analysis
Cover shows strong gloss and vibrant color with sharp corners and no visible creases or spine stress in this photo; the book is protected in a plastic sleeve which limits full assessment. No fading, tears, or writing is visible on the front cover. Interior pages and back cover were not assessed, so grade is based solely on front cover appearance.
// Valuation — market reference
| Bracket | Grade | Est. market value | Marker |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOW_RAW | 0.5 – 1.5 | $1 | |
| MID_RAW | 4.0 – 6.0 | $4 | |
| HIGH_CERT | 9.8 SLAB | $30 |
// Archive commentary
The Incredible Hulk #448 arrived in December 1996 during Peter David's long tenure as the title's writer, a run widely regarded for its character-driven approach to Bruce Banner's fractured psyche. By this point in the series the Hulk had regained the merged, fully-conscious persona combining Banner's intellect with the green Hulk's power, following the landmark developments of the preceding
// Copies in archive
| Unit | Grade | Variant | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECA-008789 | ~9.4 | Direct Edition | AVAILABLE |
| ECA-008787 | ~9.2 | Direct Edition | AVAILABLE |
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