The Uncanny X-Men ##130
Marvel Comics • The Uncanny X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Byrne
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr. and Terry Austin
Publication Date
February 1980
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major key issue featuring the first appearance of Alison Blaire, also known as Dazzler. The story continues the 'Dark Phoenix Saga' prelude as the X-Men travel to a club in New York to find a new mutant, only to be ambushed by the Hellfire Club. This book is a staple of the Bronze Age X-Men run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Significant spine roll or misalignment visible at the top left corner. Corner blunting and minor chipping on the top and bottom edges. There is a noticeable indentation/crease near the top center edge of the cover. Minor surface wear and potential light tanning of the white areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (Fine condition): $150 - $220. Graded (CGC 6.0): $250 - $300.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies vary between $140 and $200. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold for over $2,000, while CGC 6.0 - 7.0 copies typically range from $220 to $350.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading but only after professional pressing and cleaning. A clean/press could potentially bump this to a 7.0 range. While it is a major key, the current visible spine damage and top-edge denting limit its investment ceiling without restoration-free enhancement.
Notable Features
First appearance of Dazzler. Part of the legendary John Byrne/Terry Austin/Chris Claremont run. Includes the barcode (Direct Edition), and the 40 cent price variant.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the ink density, paper grain visible near the edges, and the standard 'Direct Edition' UPC box. No signs of color touch or trimming are visible in the photo, though a physical inspection of staples would be needed for final confirmation.