Heroes Reborn: The Return ##1 (Part 1 of 4)
Marvel Comics • Heroes Reborn: The Return
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
Salvador Larroca
Cover Artist
Salvador Larroca and Art Thibert
Publication Date
December 1997
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The heroes of the Marvel Universe who were believed dead after the battle with Onslaught are discovered to be alive in a pocket universe created by Franklin Richards. This issue begins the storyline where the Fantastic Four, Avengers, and other heroes begin their journey back to the main Earth-616 continuity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0 - 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the top right corner. Surface appears glossy with minor scuffing on the bag/board potentially obscuring small surface flaws. Generally well-preserved with sharp edges and no major color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00 / Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically fluctuate between $2 and $10 on secondary markets depending on bundle deals. It is commonly found in dollar bins.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees and shipping significantly exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or 9.9 for a character-specific registry set.
Notable Features
Features Franklin Richards, the Fantastic Four, Hulk, Thor, and Captain America; Direct Edition barcode; marks the end of the 'Heroes Reborn' era.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s glossy cover stock and paper quality. Direct edition barcode (00111) confirms first printing in common distribution. No indicators of reproduction or counterfeit.