X-Men ##26
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2 (1991 Series)
Writer
Fabian Nicieza
Interior Artist
Andy Kubert
Cover Artist
Andy Kubert
Publication Date
November 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Bloodties' crossover event. The X-Men and Avengers team up to handle the civil war in Genosha. Features Exodus, Magneto's acolytes, and the X-Men Blue Team.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (VF) 8.0
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress marks (ticks), slight corner blunting on the bottom right, and minor edge wear. The cover retains good gloss but shows some surface scuffing visible through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $50 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless it is a sentimental copy. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the market value of the book in this estimated condition (8.0).
Notable Features
30th Anniversary of the X-Men and Avengers; Bloodties Part 2; Hologram/Foil-like ‘X-Men 30th’ logo prefix; UPC barcode indicates Direct Edition distribution.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic with standard 1993 Marvel newsprint interior and glossy cover stock. The Direct Edition barcode and price box layout are consistent with official printings from this era.