Secret Invasion: Inhumans ##1
Marvel Comics • Secret Invasion: Inhumans (Limited Series)
Writer
Joe Pokaski
Interior Artist
Tom Raney, Scott Hanna
Cover Artist
Sujin Jo
Publication Date
October 2008
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Secret Invasion' event. The story focuses on the Royal Family of the Inhumans as they discover that Black Bolt has been replaced by a Skrull impostor. Medusa leads the Inhumans into space to rescue their king from the Skrulls.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (CGC 9.4 range)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high-grade condition based on the photo. Corners look sharp with minimal blunting. The spine shows no significant color-breaking stress lines. Surface gloss is high with no visible staining or foxing. It is currently stored in a poly-bag with a backing board.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for cover price or slightly above in bundle sets. High-grade slabbed copies have sold in the $45 range recently.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book in almost all grades below a perfect 9.8.
Notable Features
First issue of a 4-part limited series tie-in. Features iconic cover art of Medusa and Black Bolt. Direct Edition with UPC barcode present.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern age paper stock and print quality consistent with 2008 Marvel publications. Glossy cover with typical ink density for the era.