Nova #1 – CGC 9.6 (1976, Marvel) – 1st Appearance of Nova (Richard Rider)

The Human Rocket blasts off in a Bronze Age Marvel key.

📖 Comic Details:
This is Nova #1, published by Marvel Comics in 1976, written by Marv Wolfman with pencils by John Buscema and inks by Joe Sinnott. In this milestone debut, teenager Richard Rider inherits great power from a dying alien and becomes Nova, protector of Earth and wielder of the Nova Force. Styled in the tradition of Spider-Man, this origin story delivers energy, heart, and a galactic-scale threat from the alien Zorr.

🧾 Grading:

• Certified CGC 9.6 – A high-grade example of a Bronze Age key, with excellent structure, clean surfaces, and strong visual appeal.

• CGC case is clean and well-preserved.

• Full color, 36 pages

• Cover price: $0.30

🔥 Significance:
This issue features the first appearance of Nova (Richard Rider), a major cosmic character in the Marvel Universe with ties to the Nova Corps, the Guardians of the Galaxy, and major crossover events. Nova’s prominence has continued to rise—making this issue a cornerstone for collectors tracking Marvel’s expanding cosmic frontier.

💎 Investment & Display:
A CGC 9.6 graded copy of Nova #1 offers both long-term value and high display appeal. As interest in cosmic Marvel stories grows, especially with potential media appearances on the horizon, this key first appearance remains a smart and timeless addition to any serious collection.