The Uncanny X-Men ##176
Marvel Comics • The Uncanny X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Romita Jr.
Cover Artist
John Romita Jr.
Publication Date
December 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Cyclops and Madelyne Pryor deal with the aftermath of their wedding. Meanwhile, the X-Men face off against the mysterious threat of the Morlocks or other classic 1980s Claremont-era subplots, featuring strong character development pivotal to Scott Summers' continuity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks, slight corner rounding and blunting at the top left and bottom right corners, moderate cover gloss loss, light tanning on the interior page edges visible from the cover border.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 8.0) value: $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Uncanny X-Men #176 in VF condition range between $15 and $25 raw depending on the specific platform and buyer demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger submission batch or high-grade run, as the grading and shipping costs would likely exceed the modest value increase of an 8.0 book.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with UPC barcode box showing direct market distribution, featuring classic John Romita Jr. cover art and Chris Claremont writing during the legendary 1980s X-Men golden age.
Authentication Notes
Standard period paper stock, correct Marvel corner box indicia, correct 60-cent cover price, and standard direct edition barcode indicating authentic 1983 printing.