MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS WOLVERINE ##2
Marvel Comics • Marvel Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
Mid-September 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 'Save the Tiger'. Wolverine (as Patch) continues his investigation in Madripoor, encountering Roche's thugs. Supporting characters include Tyger Tiger and O'Donnell.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom-right corner. Slight surface scuffing on the dark areas of the cover. Visible manufacturing 'chatter' on the top edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 / Graded 9.8: $150 - $180
Recent Sales
Recent newsstand copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for $8 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $165.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading in current condition. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$35) exceeds the market value of a 7.5 raw copy. Only worth grading if it were a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Features an iconic Wolverine cover by John Buscema. Newsstand edition identified by the UPC barcode in the bottom left. Includes stories featuring Man-Thing, Shang-Chi, and Silver Surfer.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Newsstand barcode is correctly formatted for 1988. Paper stock shows age-appropriate off-white coloration. Staple placement is correct for the anthology format.