THE UNCANNY X-MEN ##139
Marvel Comics • The Uncanny X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
John Byrne and Terry Austin
Publication Date
November 1980
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Kitty Pryde joins the X-Men as a student and trainee. The team travels to Canada to assist Alpha Flight against Wendigo. Key character interactions include Wolverine and Nightcrawler.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and wear on the bottom left corner; light edge wear along the left vertical spine; minor surface scuffing visible on the black areas of the cover; slight color fade or tanning possible along the left edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35 - $60; Graded (CGC 6.0): $75 - $90; Graded (9.8 potential): $450+
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in Mid-Grade (6.0-7.0) sold for approximately $45-$55. High-grade 9.8 copies consistently sell for over $400.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in its current state unless sentimental or for protection. As a 6.0, the grading fees would likely exceed the value increase. If it were a NM/MT (9.8), it would be highly recommended.
Notable Features
First 'official' appearance of Kitty Pryde as an X-Man (joins the team); Wolverine debuts his classic brown and tan costume; Wendigo appearance; iconic 'Welcome to the X-Men, Kitty Pryde' cover slogan.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel Direct Edition from 1980. Features the correct 50 cent price point, direct edition Spider-Man logo in the UPC box, and era-appropriate paper stock/ink saturation.