X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont and Jim Lee
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Regular (Magneto Gatefold Cover - Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The beginning of the adjectiveless X-Men Vol. 2 series, featuring the return of Professor X and the formation of the Blue and Gold teams. Magneto and the Acolytes confront the X-Men.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate surface dirt and smudging visible near the top yellow logo area, minor corner blunting, potential minor spine stress, overall flat cover with vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60; Graded (CGC 8.0): $15 - $25
Recent Sales
Very common modern book with massive print runs. Raw copies typically sell in the $5-$10 range locally or online.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) due to the high print run making it economically unviable, as grading costs would exceed the market value of the book in this grade range.
Notable Features
Guinness World Record holder for best-selling comic book of all time (estimated 8+ million copies sold). Features a famous four-part gatefold cover by Jim Lee that connects to form one giant image. Includes the 50 Years of Captain America (1941-1991) box logo on the bottom right.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1991 newsstand/direct gloss, correct paper stock, and standard Marvel branding elements of the era.