Eternals ##1
Marvel Comics • Eternals Vol. 5 (2021)
Writer
Kieron Gillen
Interior Artist
Esad Ribić
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby (Internal art modified for cover)
Publication Date
March 2021
Cover Variant
1:200 Hidden Gem Incentive Variant
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A relaunch of the Eternals franchise. Following the death of Zuras, the Eternals must deal with the return of Thanos while discovering the dark secrets of their own resurrection cycle known as the Great Machine.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The cover displays high gloss and sharp corners. There is very slight blunting on the bottom right corner and a couple of microscopic spine stress marks that do not appear to break color. The wrap is slightly off-center but within acceptable manufacturing tolerances.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35 - $60; Graded (9.8): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $40 to $55. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $140 range.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if it can achieve a 9.8. A professional press and clean could likely remove minor surface imperfections to secure a top grade, significantly increasing marketability due to the high-ratio incentive nature of the cover.
Notable Features
This is a 1:200 'Hidden Gem' variant featuring interior artwork by the legendary Jack Kirby, repurposed as a wraparound-style cover. It features no trade dress (titles or barcodes) on the front, emphasizing the art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern high-ratio variant. Features correct cardstock cover thickness and high-quality digital printing typical of 2021 Marvel incentive releases.