X-Men Prime ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Men Prime (One-Shot)
Writer
Scott Lobdell and Fabian Nicieza
Interior Artist
Bryan Hitch, Jeff Matsuda, Gary Frank, Mike McKone, Terry Dodson, and Ben Herrera
Cover Artist
Bryan Hitch
Publication Date
July 1995
Cover Variant
Regular (Foil/Wraparound Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This one-shot serves as the bridge between the 'Age of Apocalypse' event and the return to the main Earth-611 reality. It depicts various X-teams dealing with the aftermath of the timeline reset and sets the stage for the mid-90s status quo.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (8.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, minor corner blunting on the top left, and slight surface scuffing common on chromium/foil covers of this era. Some light edge wear is visible at the bottom.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $90.00
Recent Sales
Ungraded copies consistently sell for under $10.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold between $65.00 and $85.00 including fees.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless you believe it would score a 9.8. The cost of grading (approx $30-50) often exceeds the market value of a raw copy in this condition (estimated 8.0).
Notable Features
Features a chromium foil wraparound cover. Key transition issue in the X-Men franchise following the Age of Apocalypse saga. Includes a notable scene where Professor X removes the 'A' from Angel's uniform.
Authentication Notes
Authentic. Features the characteristic foil density and cardstock of 1990s Marvel 'gatefold' spectaculars. No signs of counterfeiting; registration on trade dress is aligned correctly.