POWER PACK ##3
Marvel Comics Group • Power Pack Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
June Brigman
Cover Artist
Barry Windsor-Smith
Publication Date
October 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Power children (Alex, Julie, Jack, and Katie) continue to learn about their alien-derived powers while evading the Snarks. This issue features the team dealing with the consequences of their new secret identities.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Slight blunting on the top-left and bottom-right corners. Surface gloss appears strong, but there is a small potential edge tick on the right margin.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. Recent slabbed high-grade copies (9.8) average around $50 depending on buyer demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees ($25+) exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. Only recommended for personal collection sentimental value.
Notable Features
Cover art by legendary artist Barry Windsor-Smith. Early issue of the first Power Pack series. Direct Edition indicated by the Spider-Man logo in the UPC area.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Copper Age Marvel print. Paper stock exhibits appropriate off-white aging. Staple placement and Ben-Day dots in the coloring are consistent with 1984 printing technology.