The Sentry ##1
Marvel Comics • The Sentry Vol. 1 (Marvel Knights)
Writer
Paul Jenkins
Interior Artist
Jae Lee
Cover Artist
Jae Lee
Publication Date
September 2000
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance of Robert Reynolds, also known as The Sentry. The story explores a 'forgotten' Golden Age hero who has been erased from the memories of the entire Marvel Universe, including himself, due to his dark counterpart, The Void.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Appears to be in high-grade condition based on image. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minimal spine stress visible on the dark areas of the left edge. Gloss maintains a high level of reflectivity.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $65 - $90 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $250 - $350
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $50 up to $100 depending on sharp corners. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have consistently sold in the $300 range due to MCU (Thunderbolts*) speculative interest.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if the spine is pristine and corners are sharp. This issue is a 'key' collectible. If a 9.8 is likely, professional grading will significantly increase liquidity and value. Recommended to use a press and clean service first.
Notable Features
Major Key: First appearance of The Sentry and The Void. Part of the Marvel Knights sub-imprint. Notable for the 'fake' history marketing campaign where Marvel claimed he was an actual lost Stan Lee creation.
Authentication Notes
Standard Marvel trade dress for 2000. Features the Marvel Knights logo and 'Direct Edition' barcode on the back (not visible in image but standard). High gloss cover stock typical of the early 2000s era.