Wolverine ##26
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Larry Hama
Interior Artist
Marc Silvestri
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
July 1990
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Titled 'A Memory of Peace--A Taste of Death!', this issue features Wolverine dealing with his past, continuing Larry Hama's acclaimed run on the character with dynamic artwork by Marc Silvestri.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines visible near the top left staple, slight corner blunting on the bottom right, and minor price sticker residue on the upper right cover margin.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15, Graded (CGC 9.2/9.4): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for Wolverine #26 range between $5 and $10 depending on the platform and exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the current market value of an average mid-grade copy.
Notable Features
Direct Edition variant featuring the Spider-Man box logo in the bottom left corner instead of a UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard Marvel newsprint paper stock from 1990, correct color registration, and standard direct edition indicators.