Wolverine ##9
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
July 1989
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the ongoing Madripoor storyline. Features Wolverine dealing with ghosts from his past in a tale titled 'A Promise of Death!'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker attached to the upper right corner of the bag or cover, minor corner blunting, minimal spine stress lines, overall clean and glossy cover with good color retention.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $10 - $25. Graded (CGC 8.0): $35 - $50.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Wolverine #9 typically range between $10 and $20 depending on exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the cost of grading will likely exceed the potential value increase for an issue in this condition range.
Notable Features
Direct Edition variant featuring the Spider-Man corner box design typical of late 1980s Marvel comics.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s Marvel paper stock, traditional direct edition barcode box with Spider-Man head, consistent ink registration and coloring typical of authentic period printing.