X-Men ##21
Marvel Comics • X-Men (Vol. 2)
Writer
Fabian Nicieza
Interior Artist
Andy Kubert
Cover Artist
Andy Kubert
Publication Date
June 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Revelations' storyline. The issue features Kwannon (posing as Psylocke) and Revanche. The story delves into the mystery surrounding the identity and physical forms of Betsy Braddock and Kwannon, involving the Hand and the Silver Samurai.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting of the upper-right corner. Generally flat and clean, but shows minimal edge wear typical for newsprint era comics. No major color-breaking creases visible from this angle.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies sold for approximately $5 on average. 9.8 graded copies have seen values fluctuate between $45 and $65 depending on market demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the raw market value of most copies of this issue.
Notable Features
Features Psylocke and Revanche. Significant issue for the complex 90s Psylocke body-swap continuity. Features Andy Kubert's early work on the title.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Marvel gloss cover and newsprint interior. Barcode present in the lower left corner identifies it as a Direct Edition. Printing density and color saturation appear consistent with 1993 mass-production standards.