Excalibur ##85
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Warren Ellis
Interior Artist
Ken Lashley
Cover Artist
Ken Lashley
Publication Date
January 1995
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Dream Nails' story arc. Rahne Sinclair (Wolfsbane) struggles with her feral nature and seeks revenge against those she believes harmed her. The issue features Nightcrawler, Shadowcat, and Daytripper.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge, minor blunting on the top right corner, and slight shelf wear/rubbing on the dark cover inks. The cover remains glossy but shows evidence of handling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5 / Graded (9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically fluctuate between $1 and $5. High-grade graded copies often sell for just above the cost of the grading service fees.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is a common 90s issue without significant key value.
Notable Features
Features the 'X-Men Deluxe' banner. Direct Edition with UPC barcode and 'Rahne's Revenge!' title teaser. Not a major key issue, but part of Warren Ellis's well-regarded run on the title.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s glossy cover stock and newsprint-style interior; no known counterfeits exist for this specific low-value issue.