Wolverine ##83
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Larry Hama
Interior Artist
Adam Kubert
Cover Artist
Adam Kubert
Publication Date
July 1994
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Wolverine and Jubilee face off against the Cyber-enhanced Phalanx. Logan continues to struggle with his feral state following the loss of his adamantium at the hands of Magneto.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge, particularly near the top staple. Slight corner blunting on the bottom right. Excellent color retention and gloss with white pages likely.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $5. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $70 range, with 9.6 copies around $35.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental or seeking a perfect 9.8. The cost of grading (approx. $30-40) exceeds the market value of a raw or mid-to-high grade copy.
Notable Features
Features the Phalanx (pre-Phalanx Covenant crossover). Art by Adam Kubert during his iconic run on the title.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1994 Marvel Direct Edition printing. Featuring the standard bar code for the era and typical matte/gloss hybrid paper stock of early 90s Marvel books.