Ultimate Comics The Ultimates ##1
Marvel Comics • Ultimate Comics The Ultimates Vol. 2
Writer
Jonathan Hickman
Interior Artist
Esad Ribic
Cover Artist
Esad Ribic
Publication Date
August 2011
Cover Variant
Regular Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The start of Jonathan Hickman's acclaimed run on The Ultimates. The world faces an existential threat from the Children of Tomorrow, led by the Maker (the evil alternate Reed Richards), forcing Nick Fury and the Ultimates to take extreme measures.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor to moderate cover wear, slight spine stress ticks, minor corner blunting, and slight curvature along the spine edge from reading/handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $10 - $20, Graded (CGC 9.8 or similar high grade): $50 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold between $10 and $15 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger Jonathan Hickman or Ultimate Universe run, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the potential value increase for an 8.0 grade copy.
Notable Features
First issue of the critically acclaimed Jonathan Hickman run, featuring key appearances by the Ultimates (Captain America, Iron Man, Thor) and setting up the pivotal 'Republic is Dead' storyline.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern comic book production quality with clear print registration, glossy cardstock cover, standard Marvel modern staples, and correct color density, indicating a genuine original print.