X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Men Vol. 2
Writer
Chris Claremont and Jim Lee
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee
Publication Date
October 1991
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Gatefold)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The start of the record-breaking adjectiveless X-Men series. Features the splitting of the X-Men into two strike teams (Gold and Blue teams) facing off against Magneto and the Acolytes.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress with a few small ticks visible along the spine, clean cover gloss, sharp corners with very slight blunting, vibrant colors with no major color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25, Graded (CGC 9.0): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold in the $15 to $30 range on online marketplaces.
Grading Recommendation
Not strictly recommended for professional grading unless part of a lot or for personal collection display, as the cost of grading may exceed the added value for a 9.0 copy of this high-print-run issue.
Notable Features
Guinness World Record holder for best-selling comic book of all time (over 8 million copies sold), iconic fold-out gatefold cover by Jim Lee, includes the 50 Years of Captain America box on the bottom left.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1990s newsstand/direct publishing characteristics, clear Marvel logo, correct color saturation, and appropriate paper stock.