X-Men ##91
Marvel Comics • The Uncanny X-Men (Vol. 1)
Writer
Stan Lee / Arnold Drake
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby / Jim Steranko
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
December 1974
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue is part of the 'reprint era' of X-Men (issues #67-93). It reprints the story 'The Magneto Protocol' originally from X-Men #43. It features the original X-Men team (Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Angel, Beast, Iceman) battling Magneto while Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch appear. It depicts the X-Men seeking help to stop Magneto's world-conquering plans.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible pencil price mark in top left corner (7-9); moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge; corner blunting particularly on the bottom right; minor staining/soiling on the white background; slight edge wear; paper shows signs of light tanning/browning due to age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50 | Graded (CGC 6.0): $70 - $90
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar Mid-Grade (5.0-6.5) condition have recently sold for $35 to $55 on platforms like eBay. Higher grades (9.0+) command significantly more as it is a Bronze Age reprint issue.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading in this condition. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees + shipping) would likely exceed the added market value. Most collectors seek high-grade (9.4+) copies or original Silver Age first prints of this story.
Notable Features
Bronze Age reprint issue; 25-cent cover price; 'Magneto' masthead variation; Notable cover art by industry legend Gil Kane.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. Consistent with mid-1970s Marvel newsprint and ink density. The 'CC' in the corner and price box layout are correct for this period. The pencil marks suggest it was likely sold in a second-hand shop or antique mall at some point.