Marvels #Premier/Collected Edition
Marvel Comics • Marvels
Writer
Kurt Busiek
Interior Artist
Alex Ross
Cover Artist
Alex Ross
Publication Date
1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Told through the eyes of photojournalist Phil Sheldon, Marvels explores the history of the Marvel Universe from the late 1930s to the early 1970s, witnessing the emergence of superheroes like the Human Torch, Namor, the Fantastic Four, and the X-Men from the perspective of an ordinary citizen.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
Sealed in original publisher shrinkwrap, appears to have sharp corners and flawless cover gloss under the wrap.
Estimated Market Value
Raw sealed: $30 - $60, Graded/Slabbed: Not typically slabbed as a trade paperback/hardcover format in this specific edition, but similar premium editions range up to $100.
Recent Sales
Recent sales of sealed Marvels trade paperbacks range between $25 and $50 depending on the exact printing and retailer.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for traditional comic book grading as this appears to be a trade paperback or collected hardcover edition, which is generally not slabbed unless it is a rare variant.
Notable Features
Acclaimed painted artwork by Alex Ross and masterclass storytelling by Kurt Busiek. Landmark limited series that won multiple Eisner Awards.
Authentication Notes
Factory sealed in original shrinkwrap. Standard production hallmarks consistent with Marvel collected editions from the mid-1990s.