X-Men Giant-Sized Annual ##9
Marvel Comics • Uncanny X-Men Annual Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Arthur Adams
Cover Artist
Arthur Adams
Publication Date
1985
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Asgardian Wars' storyline. The X-Men and New Mutants travel to Asgard. Storm is manipulated by Loki, who gives her a mystical hammer (Stormcaster), transforming her into the Goddess of Thunder. Features appearances by Thor and Loki.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
The book shows significant wear: multiple heavy spine stress lines, a visible price sticker applied directly to the top right corner of the front cover, rounded/blunted corners, and minor edge wear. The polybag is wrinkled and obscuring some surface details, but the cover appears to have light soiling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10 | Graded (9.8): $250-$350
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-grade condition typically sell for $8-$15. High-grade (9.8) copies range from $275-$400 depending on the current market demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading. The current estimated grade is approximately 4.0-5.0 due to the price sticker residue risk and heavy spine wear. Cost of grading would exceed the final value of the book.
Notable Features
Significant Bronze Age issue featuring Arthur Adams' early work. Features Storm as the Goddess of Thunder (pre-Thor: Love and Thunder influence). Non-Newsstand (Direct) edition with barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1985 newsprint interior with gloss cover. No signs of restoration visible under current storage. Staple placement appears factory standard.