1990 Super Mario Bros. #1 – CGC 8.5 (Valiant / Nintendo)

The mustache that conquered the world—Mario’s comic debut in CGC-certified condition.

📖 Comic Details:
This is Super Mario Bros. #1, published by Valiant Comics in 1990, and officially licensed by Nintendo. Written by George Caragonne and Bill Vallely, with art by Art Nichols, Mark McClellan, and George Wildman, this issue brings the Mushroom Kingdom to the comic page in classic Saturday morning style.

🧾 Grading:
Graded CGC 8.5 with white pages, this copy is well-preserved with sharp colors, clean interiors, and solid structure. Graded on 02/14/2024, the slab is crystal-clear and ready for display.

🔥 Significance:
This is the first issue of the Super Mario Bros. comic series, directly based on the hit Nintendo video game franchise. It’s a nostalgic gem for fans of retro gaming and early '90s comic history, bridging two collector markets: comics and classic gaming.

💎 Investment & Display:
With Mario's pop culture dominance only growing, this CGC 8.5 certified first issue is a smart pickup for collectors of video game memorabilia, Nintendo fans, or those curating iconic '90s properties. A fun and nostalgic piece with long-term collectible appeal.