Invincible ##19
Image Comics • Invincible Vol. 1
Writer
Robert Kirkman
Interior Artist
Ryan Ottley
Cover Artist
Ryan Ottley
Publication Date
November 2004
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Mark Grayson (Invincible) and the Guardians of the Globe travel to space to assist a remote planet. This issue features the first full appearance of Battle Beast (Thokk), one of the universe's most powerful and popular warriors.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom left corner, and a small indentation near the top right edge. Gloss remains high with no color-breaking creases visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $450; Graded (9.6/9.8): $600 - $1,100+
Recent Sales
Recent 9.8 CGC sales have ranged between $950 and $1,250. Raw copies in high grade consistently sell for over $400 due to high demand for key modern issues.
Grading Recommendation
Highly Recommended. This is a major key issue with significant value growth. A professional press and clean could likely push this into the 9.6 or 9.8 range, significantly increasing market liquidty and value.
Notable Features
First appearance of Battle Beast. Modern key issue. Title block includes the tagline 'Probably the best superhero comic book in the universe.'
Authentication Notes
First printing verified by the $2.95 price point and UPC code 7-09853-04321-7-01911. Modern Image Comics printing features high-gloss covers and bright interior paper stock.