CGC Featured Comic of the Month: Marvel Super-Heroes #20

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Name of comic: Marvel Super-Heroes #20

Comic publisher: Marvel Comics

Date: May 1969

Variants: None

What makes it special? Marvel Super-Heroes #20 stands out as a must-have for Doom fans, featuring one of the most iconic covers of the Silver Age. Drawn by Larry Lieber, the striking image of Doctor Doom looming in full power captures everything that makes the character so enduring: He’s regal, ruthless and impossible to ignore. This issue highlights the depth and complexity that has made him one of Marvel’s most popular and compelling villains for decades.

Why is it interesting now? With Doctor Doom set to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, reportedly played by Iron Man star Robert Downey Jr., interest in his classic appearances is heating up fast. Marvel Super-Heroes #20, with its unforgettable Larry Lieber cover, is a prime target for collectors and fans who know just how important Doom is to Marvel’s future.

It's also the perfect time to submit your copy to CGC and add the new Doctor Doom Custom Label, celebrating one of the greatest villains in comic book history!

Did you know? Doctor Doom once became a god. In the 2015 Secret Wars event, Doom stole the power of the Beyonders and reshaped the multiverse into his own twisted image, ruling as "God Emperor Doom." Even the most powerful heroes trembled before him. (Did you know, indeed…)

Total graded by CGC: As of July 25, 2025, there are 1,612 copies of Marvel Super-Heroes #20 listed in the CGC Population Report.

CGC highest graded: There are only six recorded examples graded CGC 9.8.

CGC median grade: CGC 6.5

Sales highlights: A CGC 9.8 example realized $11,400 through Heritage Auctions in September 2024.

CGC Comics Registry Champion: Collector KingFisher has a CGC 9.8 in their set, Fantastic Super-Heroes, which just won the Best in Set Type Award for 2025. Meanwhile, collector Sweet Lou 14 showcases a CGC 9.6 copy in their set, Sweet Lou's Fantasy Masterpieces / MSH Collection, which helped this set earn both the Best in Set Type Award and the Achievement in Collecting Comics Award in 2024.

Previous Featured Comics of the Month:

• July 2025: G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #21
• June 2025: Superman #233
• May 2025: Omega Men #3
• April 2025: Godzilla 70th Anniversary #nn
• March 2025: Fantastic Four #209
• February 2025: X-Men #24
• January 2025: Batman #25
• December 2024: Batman #33
• November 2024: Vote Loki #1
• October 2024: The Walking Dead #1
• September 2024: Infamous Iron Man #1
• August 2024: Superman #75

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