X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2 (1991)
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Cover B (Beast, Storm, Jean Grey, Professor X, Iceman)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The launch of a new ad-less X-Men series. Magneto and his Acolytes seize control of Asteroid M. The X-Men split into Gold and Blue teams to confront the threat.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the top right corner. Surface gloss appears well-preserved through the polybag/sleeve.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 9.8): $80 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold for $12-$15. Graded 9.8 copies routinely sell for around $100 due to high supply.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This is one of the highest-selling comics of all time with millions of copies in circulation, making anything less than a 9.8 common and low-value.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Acolytes and Fabian Cortez. Features a '50 Years of Captain America' UPC insert corner. This is part of a 4-part connecting cover set (and a 5th gatefold variant).
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1991 direct edition. Identified by the Captain America 50th Anniversary head logo in the UPC box. Paper stock shows typical age-accurate coloring.