Generation Next ##3
Marvel Comics • Generation Next (Age of Apocalypse)
Writer
Scott Lobdell
Interior Artist
Chris Bachalo
Cover Artist
Chris Bachalo
Publication Date
May 1995
Cover Variant
Regular cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Age of Apocalypse' crossover event. In this alternate reality, Colossus and Shadowcat lead a team of young mutants (Generation Next) on a suicide mission into the Seattle Core to rescue Illyana Rasputin.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible on the left edge. A large secondary price sticker (Third Planet) is obscuring the top right of the title and logo, leaving residue or likely damage upon removal. Visible shelf wear and minor corner blunting on the top left. Potential page yellowing based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $6.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $2-$5 in dollar bins. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $45 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the market value of the book. The presence of the retail price sticker significantly lowers the grade unless professionally removed without residue.
Notable Features
Includes 'X-Men Deluxe' branding on cover. Features the Age of Apocalypse reality versions of Chamber, Husk, Mondo, and Skin. Contains a Direct Edition UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Marvel stock. Features the distinctive 'gloss' finish common to the 'Deluxe' line of X-books from this era. No signs of counterfeiting.