MARVEL MASTERWORKS: THE X-MEN #Volume 11 (Standard Edition Volume 24)
Marvel Comics • Marvel Masterworks (Uncanny X-Men Vol. 2)
Writer
Len Wein, Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Dave Cockrum
Cover Artist
Gil Kane (Original Giant-Size X-Men #1 art)
Publication Date
August 1992
Cover Variant
Standard Hardcover Edition (Marble-style finish)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Collects Giant-Size X-Men #1 and Uncanny X-Men #94-100. This volume showcases the beginning of the 'All-New, All-Different X-Men' era, featuring the first appearances of Storm, Nightcrawler, Colossus, and Thunderbird.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 or 8.0 estimate)
Condition Details
Visible corner blunting on the bottom right and top right corners; some surface scuffing and minor discoloration consistent with age; spine shows some rounding; dust jacket (if present) appears to have slight edge wear.
Estimated Market Value
$40 - $70 (Raw); $100+ (Graded 9.0+)
Recent Sales
Comparable Marvel Masterworks hardcover volumes from the early 90s typically sell for $35-$65 depending on condition and edition (grey vs. marble cover).
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) unless the owner seeks to preserve the historical value of the specific printing; the cost of grading often exceeds the market value of this collected edition.
Notable Features
Features the iconic Dave Cockrum and Gil Kane artwork from Giant-Size X-Men #1 on the cover plate; part of the early prestige Marvel Masterworks line which sought to preserve key moments of Marvel history in high-quality hardcover format.
Authentication Notes
The 'marble' pattern on the cover is characteristic of early 1990s Marvel Masterworks printings; silver/gold foil stamping is consistent with authentic production runs from that era.