Wolverine ##88
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2 (X-Men Deluxe)
Writer
Larry Hama
Interior Artist
Adam Kubert and Fabio Laguna
Cover Artist
Adam Kubert
Publication Date
December 1994
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First battle between Wolverine and Deadpool. Deadpool seeks out Garrison Kane, leading to a violent confrontation with Logan. Key story for the relationship between the two characters.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The cover appears flat with strong color vibrancy. Minor shelf wear and very light spine stress visible under examination. Top right corner has a slight bend in the poly-bag that may or may not affect the card stock. No significant color breaks visible.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $60-$85; Graded (9.8): $250-$400
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales in high grade vary between $50 and $100 due to high demand for Deadpool/Wolverine content. 9.8 CGC copies have stabilized in the $300 range.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if it can achieve a 9.6 or 9.8. A professional press could move this from a 9.4 to a 9.8, significantly increasing market value given this is a major key issue.
Notable Features
First meeting and battle of Wolverine and Deadpool. Deluxe edition with cardstock cover. Iconic Adam Kubert cover art. Direct edition UPC.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1994 Marvel deluxe cardstock; correct 'X-Men Deluxe' trade dress and $1.95 cover price. Print registration and internal aging consistent with age.