X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Cover B (Magneto Gatefold Variant - Part 2 of 4)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Rubicon: The X-Men encounter Magneto and his Acolytes. This issue launched the second ongoing X-Men series and is the best-selling comic book of all time. Features the Blue and Gold teams.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0 range)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks; minor corner blunting on the bottom right; slight edge wear along the top; some surface scuffing visible on the dark areas of the gatefold flap; spine alignment appears slightly shifted.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $70 - $100
Recent Sales
Raw copies frequently sell for under $20 due to high supply; CGC 9.8 copies have stabilized around $85 recently.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This specific copy shows spine wear that would likely cap the grade at 7.5-8.5, making the grading fees higher than the book's market value.
Notable Features
Magneto and Acolytes appearance. Part of a 4-part connecting gatefold cover set. Includes Captain America 50th Anniversary head-shot in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
The high gloss finish, paper stock, and '50 Years of Captain America' logo are consistent with original 1991 printings. No known widespread counterfeits exist due to the massive original print run of millions.