The Ultimates ##6
Marvel Comics • The Ultimates Vol. 1
Writer
Mark Millar
Interior Artist
Bryan Hitch
Cover Artist
Bryan Hitch
Publication Date
August 2002
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the acclaimed Mark Millar and Bryan Hitch run reimagining Marvel's premier super-team for the 21st century. This issue focuses heavily on the turbulent and abusive dynamic between Giant-Man (Hank Pym) and The Wasp (Janet Van Dyne).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate surface wear and scratching visible on the dark cover gloss, minor corner blunting, small spine stress marks, and slight edge wear along the top and left borders.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5 - $15. Graded CGC 9.8 value: $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales range from $5 to $10 depending on platform and buyer demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low raw value and moderate surface wear which would cap the grade around 8.0 or 8.5, making grading fees higher than the return.
Notable Features
Features the infamous and brutal domestic abuse storyline involving Hank Pym and Janet Van Dyne, a major defining character beat for the Ultimate Universe.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern Direct Edition appearance with barcode in the lower left corner and proper Marvel publication markings, paper stock, and staple placement consistent with 2002 releases.