Wolverine ##50
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Larry Hama
Interior Artist
Marc Silvestri
Cover Artist
Marc Silvestri
Publication Date
January 1992
Cover Variant
Regular (Die-cut Claw Marks)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this anniversary issue, Wolverine returns to the Weapon X facility to uncover more about his fractured memories. He discovers a secret video file revealing that many of his memories were implants. Features appearances by Jubilee, Jean Grey, Professor X, and Nick Fury.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint/Mint (CGC 9.8)
Condition Details
Appears exceptionally high grade within a slab; no visible spine stress, sharp corners, and vibrant yellow cover. The yellow ink on this issue is notorious for showing small chips, but this copy looks pristine.
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $225 for CGC 9.8 graded; $15 - $25 for raw copies.
Recent Sales
CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold for between $160 and $210 on eBay and Heritage Auctions. High-grade raw copies vary between $10 and $30 depending on the die-cut integrity.
Grading Recommendation
The book is already professionally graded and slabbed. To maximize value, ensure the slab is free of scuffs. Given the high standard for 9.8s on this specific die-cut cover, it is a blue-chip copper age key.
Notable Features
Special anniversary issue featuring a yellow cardstock die-cut 'claw mark' cover. Contains the Fantastic Four 30th Anniversary corner box. Notable for the reveal of Wolverine's 'Memory Implants' and the Shiva scenario.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel product from 1992. The cardstock cover shows correct thickness and the die-cut edges (the claw rips) have the characteristic slight fraying associated with the original 90s manufacturing process.