THE UNCANNY X-MEN GIANT-SIZED ANNUAL ##11
Marvel Comics • Uncanny X-Men Annual Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Alan Davis
Cover Artist
Alan Davis
Publication Date
November 1987
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (with UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story titled 'Forgotten Stars'. The X-Men encounter Horde, a cosmic tyrant who forces them to retrieve the Crystal of Ultimate Vision. Features Wolverine, Storm, Rogue, Dazzler, Havok, Longshot, and Psylocke.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker on top right cover corner, minor spine stress marks, slight corner blunting on the bottom right, and mild surface scuffing visible on the white areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15. Graded (9.4+): $60 - $100.
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $8-$12 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $150-$200.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless it is a sentimental copy or if a cleaning/press could guarantee a 9.6 or higher. The current estimate of 7.0 would not cover the cost of grading fees.
Notable Features
Notable for being an early appearance of the 'outback era' X-Men roster. Features a significant cosmic battle where Wolverine is briefly empowered by the Crystal of Ultimate Vision. Alan Davis cover and interior art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic newsstand copy with standard 1980s newsprint interior and glossy cover stock. UPC barcode is present in the lower left corner, indicating newsstand distribution.