Wolverine ##45
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Larry Hama
Interior Artist
Marc Silvestri
Cover Artist
Marc Silvestri
Publication Date
Early September 1991
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Featuring Wolverine, Sabretooth, Lady Deathstrike, and the Hunter in Darkness in an action-packed storyline titled Claws Over Times Square.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate wear visible around edges and spine, minor spine stress ticks, slight corner rounding and blunting, surface gloss remains intact, price sticker placed on the plastic bag or upper right corner area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5 to $15. Graded (CGC 8.0): $25 to $40.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition typically sell between $5 and $10.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission or personal collection, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the current market value for an 8.0 copy.
Notable Features
Includes the 50 Years of Captain America 1941-1991 anniversary banner in the bottom left corner.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel direct edition format with correct paper stock, coloring, and printing indicators consistent with authentic copies.