New X-Men ##129
Marvel Comics • New X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Grant Morrison
Interior Artist
Igor Kordey
Cover Artist
Igor Kordey
Publication Date
September 2002
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Fantomex' (or 'Weapon XII') story arc. Professor X and Jean Grey travel to France and encounter the mysterious Fantomex, a thief and fugitive from the Weapon Plus program.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The book is professionally graded at 9.4 with White Pages. Minor flaws that might account for the 9.4 grade instead of a 9.8 include very slight spine stress or production-related surface wear visible only under magnification. The case appears clear with no major scuffing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.4): $50 - $65; Graded (9.8): $120+
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for CGC 9.4 copies range from $45 to $60. Raw copies often sell for under $15.
Grading Recommendation
The comic is already professionally graded by CGC as a 9.4. No further grading is necessary. While a 9.8 would be significantly more valuable, pressing this specific copy likely won't overcome the manufacturing or handling defects that kept it at a 9.4.
Notable Features
Second appearance of Fantomex (Charlie-Cluster-7). Notable Grant Morrison era issue. Features high-tech weaponry and European setting. Iconic Igor Kordey cover art featuring Fantomex.
Authentication Notes
The comic is sealed in a tamper-evident CGC slab (Serial #3889041004) with the modern blue label and holographic security strip, confirming its authenticity and grade.