X-Men ##2
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Jim Lee and Scott Williams
Cover Artist
Jim Lee and Scott Williams
Publication Date
November 1991
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market with Spider-Man/30th Anniversary Logo)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Rubicon' story arc. Magneto continues his psychological assault on Professor X while the Acolytes, led by Fabian Cortez, pledge their loyalty to him. The X-Men (Blue Team) attempt a rescue mission on Asteroid M.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible near the top left corner; slight blunting on the bottom right corner; some surface scuffing on the bottom edge near the artist signature; potential minor tanning to page edges based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $70 - $90
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for NM copies average $10. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold between $75 and $110 depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed. This was overprinted in the 1990s, and the cost of grading often exceeds the market value of a sub-9.8 copy. A press and clean could improve the grade slightly.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Acolytes (Anne-Marie Cortez and Fabian Cortez). Features the iconic 'Magneto Triumphant' cover art by Jim Lee. Contains the 30th Anniversary Spider-Man corner box logo.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1991 newsprint interior with glossy cover. Direct Edition indicated by the Spider-Man 30th Anniversary artwork in the UPC box. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting; color registration is consistent with Marvel's 1991 production standards.