Excalibur ##25
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Chris Wozniak
Cover Artist
Chris Wozniak
Publication Date
Early August 1990
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Cross-Time Caper' aftermath. The story features the cosmic entities Galactus and the Phoenix (Rachel Summers), along with the Watcher and Death. The Excalibur team deals with the cosmic consequences of their recent multiverse travels.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Notable spine stress with color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top and bottom right. Visible surface wear and light scuffing on the black ink areas of the cover. Slight edge wear along the top margin.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw newsstand copies have sold for approximately $5.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies typically sell in the $50 range, though they are infrequently sent for grading due to low demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition. Professional grading is generally only financially viable for this issue in a 9.8 candidate state.
Notable Features
Features an iconic cover with Galactus and the Phoenix. Newsstand edition identified by the UPC barcode in the bottom left corner. Notable for a guest appearance by Galactus.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper age comic. Paper stock is standard newsprint of the era. UPC barcode is crisp, and color registration aligns with 1990 Marvel production standards.