BLACK CAT ##3
Marvel Comics • Black Cat Vol. 1 (2019 Series)
Writer
Jed MacKay
Interior Artist
Travel Foreman
Cover Artist
Artgerm (Stanley Lau)
Publication Date
August 2019 (Cover Date: October 2019)
Cover Variant
Artgerm Variant Cover (Variant B)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Felicia Hardy (Black Cat) continues her heist of the Sanctum Sanctorum, the home of Doctor Strange. She attempts to steal the 'Dead Man's Hand' while dealing with magical security and her own complicated past.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in very clean condition through the polybag. Minor blunting is visible on the top-left corner. There are faint signs of spine stress that do not appear to break color. Edges look sharp and color vibrancy is high. Final grade may improve to 9.6 with a professional press.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this Artgerm variant have consistently sold in the $12-$18 range. 9.8 graded copies maintain a stable value around $75 on auction platforms.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if the owner is confident in a 9.8 score after a press and clean. At a 9.4 or 9.6, the cost of grading fees and shipping will likely exceed the market value increase.
Notable Features
This features a highly collectible cover by popular artist Artgerm. It is a 'Direct Edition' indicated by the barcode. Key storyline involves Black Cat infiltrating Doctor Strange's Sanctorum.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays high-quality modern gloss and modern paper stock typical of 2019 Marvel publications. The 'Variant Edition' trade dress and Artgerm signature in the bottom right corner match known authentic copies.