Invincible #60
Image Comics • Invincible Vol. 1
Writer
Robert Kirkman
Interior Artist
Ryan Ottley
Cover Artist
Ryan Ottley
Publication Date
March 2009
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First full appearance of Conquest. Includes 'The Invincible War' storyline where Angstrom Levy sends evil alternate-reality versions of Invincible to attack Earth. Notable for featuring multiple Image Universe cameos including Spawn, Savage Dragon, Witchblade, and Darkness.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom left corner. A $59.99 price sticker is present on the outer polybag, which does not affect the book, though the book appears to be stored in a standard bag/board combo with some surface scuffing on the plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $80; Graded (9.8): $250 - $350
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar Mid-High grade typically sell for $55 - $75 due to the popularity of the animated series. CGC 9.8 copies have consistently reached the $300 range.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading only if a press can eliminate the minor spine stress to aim for a 9.6 or 9.8. At a 9.0 grade, the cost of grading may outweigh the immediate value increase over a raw sale.
Notable Features
Major key issue. 1st full appearance of Conquest. Massive crossover event within a single issue. Iconic cover featuring Image Comics' heavy hitters. Direct Edition with UPC on back (standard for this era).
Authentication Notes
The cover gloss and color saturation appear consistent with 2009 Image high-quality paper stock. The trade dress, logo placement, and 'Complete in this issue' burst are correct for a first printing.