The New Warriors ##3
Marvel Comics • The New Warriors Vol. 1
Writer
Fabian Nicieza
Interior Artist
Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Mark Bagley
Publication Date
September 1990
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The New Warriors (Night Thrasher, Nova, Speedball, Namorita, Marvel Boy, and Firestar) face off against the Mad Thinker. The villain attempts to manipulate the team to determine if they are truly heroes or a potential threat. Part of the 'Yesterday's Heroes' story arc.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors including color-breaking stress lines along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner and top left. Minor edge wear visible along the top. Significant color-breaking crease near the bottom left corner across the barcode area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for newsstand copies in mid-to-high grade average around $5. High grade 9.8 graded copies typically sell for under $70.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The visible spine stress and corner creasing would likely prevent the book from achieving a 9.6 or 9.8. The cost of grading fees would exceed the market value of the comic in its current condition (Estimated 7.5).
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with barcode. Interior features an appearance by the Mad Thinker. This is an early issue in the popular 1990s team series.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1990 newsstand copy. Visible aging on the paper stock (slight yellowing of the white borders) and the presence of the UPC barcode in the lower left are consistent with the period and distribution method.