Wolverine ##144
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Erik Larsen
Interior Artist
Leinil Francis Yu
Cover Artist
Leinil Francis Yu
Publication Date
December 1999
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Wolverine faces off against classic Hulk villain The Leader in a tense confrontation set in the wilderness, featuring intense action and psychological maneuvering.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded. There are some minor spine stress lines visible along the spine, slight corner blunting on the top and bottom corners, and minor surface wear typical of a well-kept modern age comic book.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5.00 - $15.00; Graded (CGC 8.0-9.0) value: $30.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for raw copies of Wolverine #144 generally range between $5 and $12 depending on exact condition and shipping costs.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading (CGC/CBCS) given the low cost of grading fees versus the modest market value of this specific issue, unless for personal collection preference.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with UPC barcode box showing Direct Edition text, featuring an appearance by The Leader interacting with Wolverine.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic first printing with standard Marvel modern age paper stock, correct ink density, and proper direct edition barcode box.