Excalibur ##2
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Alan Davis
Cover Artist
Alan Davis
Publication Date
November 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this issue, the team faces the Warwolves, who have captured and seemingly 'emptied' Kitty Pryde (Shadowcat). The story follows the newly formed British superhero team as they navigate their first missions together. Key characters include Captain Britain, Meggan, Nightcrawler, Rachel Summers (Phoenix), and Shadowcat.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine+ (CGC 8.5)
Condition Details
Light spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Slight color-breaking tick near the bottom staple. The cover gloss appears well-preserved and colors are vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
$10.00 - $15.00 (Raw); $40.00 - $60.00 (Graded 9.8)
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5-$12 depending on newsstand vs direct. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $50-$70 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the current market value of an 8.5-9.0 grade copy.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with barcode. Features the Warwolves. Classic Alan Davis cover art. Early issue of the original Excalibur series.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel newsstand printing from 1988. Correct barcode format for the era, standard newsprint interior pages, and era-appropriate ink density and $1.50 cover price.