Wolverine ##10
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2 (1988 Series)
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema and Bill Sienkiewicz
Publication Date
August 1989
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A seminal issue featuring an iconic showdown between Wolverine and Sabretooth. The story, titled '24 Hours,' explores the brutal annual tradition where Sabretooth finds and beats Wolverine on his birthday. It is a key modern issue for Wolverine fans.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; blunting on bottom left and top left corners; minor edge wear on the right side; slight surface scuffing visible on the white backgrounds; visible tanning/yellowing of the exterior white borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35.00 - $55.00; Graded (9.8): $250.00 - $300.00; Graded (7.5 as shown): $65.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have recently sold between $40 and $60. High-grade 9.8 copies remain high due to the iconic cover artist pairing.
Grading Recommendation
In its current state (approx. 7.5), professional grading is not recommended as the costs will outweigh the value added. If it were a NM/MT (9.8) candidate, it would be worth it. A clean and press might remove some surface dirt but will not fix the color-breaking spine ticks.
Notable Features
First classic battle between Wolverine and Sabretooth in the solo series; iconic cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz; Direct Edition with 'Spider-Man head' in the UPC corner.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1989 original based on the paper stock aging, color saturation of the 80s printing process, and standard staple placement.