The X-Men ##36
Marvel Comics • The X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Ross Andru (pencils), Don Heck (inks)
Cover Artist
Dan Adkins (pencils/inks)
Publication Date
September 1967
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Mekano Lives!' where the X-Men (Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Angel, Beast, and Iceman) battle the villain Mekano. The story revolves around the X-Men's attempt to stop him from destroying the city with his exo-skeleton suit.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and slight color breaking along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Some surface wear/scuffing on the black background areas. Yellowing of the paper visible at the edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $60 - $85; Graded (CGC 6.0): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent 6.0 sales have fluctuated between $115 and $150. Higher grade 9.0+ copies reach upwards of $450.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a classic Silver Age issue, it is not a major key. Grading is recommended only if a press and clean can bring it to a 7.5 or higher to justify the slab cost.
Notable Features
Early Silver Age X-Men; Mekano's first and only appearance in this era; 12-cent cover price variant.
Authentication Notes
The cover gloss and color registration appear consistent with late 1960s Marvel print runs. Staple placement looks original. No immediate signs of restoration like color touch-up visible from low-res image.