X-Men ##1 (Cover D)
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Variant Cover D (Cyclops, Gambit, Psylocke, Rogue and Colossus)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The X-Men are split into two teams: Blue and Gold. This issue features the 'Blue Team' and pits them against Magneto and his Acolytes on Asteroid M.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress ticks visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the top-left and bottom-left corners. Minor color-breaking crease near the bottom left spine area. The gloss remains high but the bag indicates some surface wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded 9.8: $80 - $110
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $10-15 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have stabilized around $95. This is one of the highest-printed comics in history (over 8 million copies), so supply is very high.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. This specific issue was printed in such high volume that only 9.8 copies hold significant value. Grading costs would likely exceed the market value of the book in this estimated 9.0 condition.
Notable Features
First appearances of the Acolytes (Fabian Cortez, Anne-Marie Cortez, Chrome, Nita, and Delgado). Includes 50th Anniversary Captain America logo in corner box. This is one of four interconnecting covers that form a single mural.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. Correct '1941-1991 50 YEARS OF CAPTAIN AMERICA' corner box logo for the print era. Correct $1.50 cover price and Direct Edition 'spider-man' head UPC box.