Cage ##17
Marvel Comics • Cage (Vol. 1)
Writer
Marc McLaurin
Interior Artist
Dwayne Turner
Cover Artist
Ron Wagner
Publication Date
August 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Tie-in to the Infinity Crusade crossover event. Luke Cage faces intense psychological turmoil and external threats as headlines falsely claim he killed his mother.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress near staples, slight corner blunting at top right, excellent color retention and cover gloss with minimal surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8, Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for 1990s Marvel books in VF/NM condition average between $5 and $10 raw depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading due to low market value for this specific issue, as grading costs would exceed the potential value increase.
Notable Features
Infinity Crusade crossover banner at top right, Direct Edition barcode box, art by Dwayne Turner.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel comic stock, proper barcode placement, authentic color registration and newsprint/glossy cover characteristics.