MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS WOLVERINE ##2
Marvel Comics • Marvel Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
Mid September 1988
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (Barcode visible)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the second part of 'Save the Tiger' storyline. Wolverine (under the alias Patch) continues his investigation in Madripoor. Also features back-up stories with Man-Thing, Master of Kung Fu, and Silver Surfer.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks, significant corner blunting (particularly bottom right and top right), surface scuffing/rubbing on the black areas of Wolverine's mask, and light creasing near the lead claw.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (9.8): $120 - $150; Current condition (5.0): $5 - $8
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Newsstand Mid-Grade copies range from $4 to $10. High-grade (9.8) copies sell for significantly more due to the all-black cover border which shows wear easily.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. In its current condition (estimated 5.0), the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book. Grading is generally only profitable for this issue at 9.6 or higher.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Wolverine's 'Patch' persona. Iconic John Buscema cover. Newsstand UPC barcode edition. High-sensitivity black cover is prone to showing spine stress and color rub.
Authentication Notes
The item appears authentic based on the newsstand barcode structure, the specific paper oxidization visible on the edges, and the standard 1980s Marvel printing registration.