Excalibur ##83
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Warren Ellis
Interior Artist
Ken Lashley
Cover Artist
Ken Lashley
Publication Date
November 1994
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Soul Sword Trilogy'. The story follows Kitty Pryde (Shadowcat) as she attempts to deal with the legacy of the Soulsword. Features appearances by Nightcrawler, Captain Britain, and Daytripper (Amanda Sefton).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and visible color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Minor corner blunting on top-right. Slight surface wear on the black ink areas and a visible white scuff mark on the red background near the left edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average between $2 and $5. High-grade slabbed copies rarely exceed $65 due to high supply and low demand for mid-run 90s issues.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of professional grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic. The visible spine ticks would likely cap the grade at an 8.0.
Notable Features
Includes the 'X-Men Deluxe' branding on cover. First part of the Soul Sword Trilogy. Features the writing of Warren Ellis early in his Marvel career.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s glossy paper stock. Direct Edition indicated by the bar code and lack of a Newsstand 'Spider-Man' head or UPC strike-through. Staple placement appears factory-standard.