X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Storm Cover (Cover B)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First issue of the 1991 relaunch. Magneto and his Acolytes seize control of Asteroid M, leading to a confrontation with the Blue and Gold X-Men teams. Features Storm, Beast, Jean Grey, and Professor X on this specific gatefold cover section.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Bottom right corner shows slight blunting. Excellent color saturation and gloss. Small tick at the top staple area. No visible color-breaking creases in the center field.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.0-9.6): $40 - $80; Graded (9.8): $120+
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $10-15 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies of this specific Storm/Beast/Jean Grey gatefold panel variant average around $135.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it can achieve a 9.8 grade, as grading costs often exceed the value of lower-grade copies. A professional press could improve the grade from a 9.0 to a 9.4 or 9.6.
Notable Features
High print run era; one of the best-selling comic books of all time. This is one of four distinct covers (which combine into a single gatefold image) plus a fifth wraparound version. Features Jim Lee's iconic 1990s character designs.
Authentication Notes
First printing identified by the $1.50 cover price and Direct Edition UPC block. Modern paper stock shows no tanning; colors appear authentic and consistent with Marvel high-gloss covers of the period.