Hulk ##1
Marvel Comics • Hulk Vol. 2 (2008 Series)
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Ed McGuinness
Cover Artist
Ed McGuinness
Publication Date
March 2008
Cover Variant
1:50 Ed McGuinness Variant Cover (Red Hulk Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of the Red Hulk (General Thaddeus 'Thunderbolt' Ross). This issue marks the beginning of the Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness run, introducing a more aggressive, mysterious red-skinned Hulk who kills the Abomination.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The cover shows high gloss and vibrant colors. Minor spine stress visible under direct light. The top right corner and bottom right corner appear sharp. Minimal blunting at the spine corners. No visible color-breaking creases or significant surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $100 - $150; Graded (CGC 9.8): $400 - $550
Recent Sales
Recent 9.8 graded copies have sold between $450 and $580. Raw copies in high grade (NM) consistently sell for over $125 due to the character's popularity in media.
Grading Recommendation
Highly recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS). This is a high-ratio incentive variant (1:50) of a modern key issue. If it achieves a 9.8 grade, the value increases significantly. A professional press could help resolve minor spine stress to ensure a 9.6 or 9.8 grade.
Notable Features
Major modern key issue: 1st appearance of Red Hulk (Thaddeus Ross). This is the 1:50 McGuinness incentive variant, which is more collectible than the standard Ed McGuinness or Frank Cho covers.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel variant. Correct trade dress for the 1:50 incentive (Virgin-style art with Red Hulk logo and no barcode on front). Paper stock is consistent with 2008 modern gloss.