The New Warriors ##68
Marvel Comics • The New Warriors Vol. 1
Writer
Evan Skolnick
Interior Artist
Patrick Zircher
Cover Artist
Patrick Zircher and Troy Hubbs
Publication Date
February 1996
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Future Shock' storyline. The team faces internal conflict and the rising threat of the Gene-Tech. Features Speedball, Turbo, Justice, and Firestar.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Bagged/boarded reflections hide some detail, but surfaces appear glossy with no major color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $6; Graded 9.8: $40 - $55
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies for this non-key issue typically sell in large lots or for approx. $3 to $5 on eBay. Graded copies are rarely sold individually unless part of a high-grade run.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the current market value of the book. It is best kept raw as a reader or filler copy.
Notable Features
Standard Direct Edition with UPC barcode and 'Spider-Man Group' logo. Published during the mid-90s era of New Warriors. No major character debuts or key deaths in this specific issue.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1996 Marvel production. Glossy cover stock and newsprint-style interior typical of the era. UPC code '06811' correctly identifies issue #68.