Uncanny X-Men ##175
Marvel Comics • The Uncanny X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr.
Publication Date
November 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the X-Men battling against Viper and the Silver Samurai in a milestone 20th Anniversary issue. Cyclops, Wolverine, Storm, Colossus, Rogue, Nightcrawler, and Madelyne Pryor are heavily featured.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine wear with multiple spine ticks and slight stress lines, corner blunting on top and bottom right corners, minor edge wear, and slight yellowing of the newsprint paper along the edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $10 - $20; Graded CGC 8.0 to 9.0 value estimated around $35 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition generally sell in the $10 to $15 range online and at local comic shops.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the potential value increase for a Fine-grade copy.
Notable Features
Marked as the 20th Anniversary Issue. Features the Spider-Man box direct edition logo in the bottom left corner instead of a standard UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1980s Marvel newsprint paper stock, correct coloring, and traditional Spider-Man direct edition box.