The Eternals ##8
Marvel Comics • The Eternals (Vol. 2) Limited Series
Writer
Peter B. Gillis
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Keith Pollard
Publication Date
May 1986
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 8 of the 12-issue limited series. Titled 'Party Crashers!', the story follows Ikaris as he protects a human gathering from Deviant incursions. The series explores the conflict between the Eternals and the Deviants during Marvel's 25th-anniversary era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks (one color-breaking), minor corner blunting on the top right, slight cover surface wear, and a small horizontal crease near the bottom right edge. Colors remain vibrant and the cover is flat.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically range from $2 to $10 depending on condition. Graded copies at 9.8 have sold for approximately $50 recently.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25-$35) meets or exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. It is best kept raw in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Marvel 25th Anniversary logo in the top left corner; Spider-Man head in the UPC box (indicator of a Direct Market copy); Keith Pollard signature visible on the cover art near the left-hand side.
Authentication Notes
The book shows authentic 1980s newsprint paper stock, age-appropriate ink absorption, and standard staple placement for a mid-80s Marvel publication.