Ultimate X-Men ##78
Marvel Comics • Ultimate X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Robert Kirkman
Interior Artist
Ben Oliver
Cover Artist
Ben Oliver
Publication Date
March 2007
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 4 of the 'Cable' story arc. The issue features a heavy confrontation between the Ultimate version of Cable and the X-Men. In the Ultimate Universe, Cable's identity is a major plot point, eventually revealed to be a future version of Wolverine (James Howlett).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Obvious spine stress with color-breaking ticks visible along the left edge. Minor blunting on the top and bottom left corners. Light surface wear and possible fingerprint smudging on the high-gloss black borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold for approximately $4.00 plus shipping. This is a common modern issue with high supply.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading exceed the potential market value for this issue in this condition. Pressing may improve spine ticks but would not significantly raise the value.
Notable Features
Features Robert Kirkman (creator of The Walking Dead) as the writer. Direct Edition with UPC barcode. Depicts Ultimate Cyclops vs Ultimate Cable on the cover.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic with standard mid-2000s Marvel production quality, including high-gloss cover stock and standard staple placement.