The Ultimates 3 ##1
Marvel Comics • The Ultimates 3 Vol. 1
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Joe Madureira
Cover Artist
Joe Madureira
Publication Date
March 2008
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Ultimates return for a third volume under the creative team of Jeph Loeb and Joe Madureira, featuring Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, Wolverine, and other members facing a new, darker crisis involving a leaked sex tape scandal and the murder of the Scarlet Witch.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor corner blunting at the top right, slight spine stress ticks, minor surface wear and scuffing on the cover gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for The Ultimates 3 #1 range between $5 and $12 depending on platform and condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading unless part of a complete run due to low modern print runs and moderate market value, but a press could potentially bump it to a 9.2 or 9.4.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with barcode box indicating 'DIRECT EDITION 00111', $2.99 US cover price.
Authentication Notes
Appears completely authentic with standard Marvel cardstock cover finish, correct UPC barcode block, and standard modern comic book dimensions.