Excalibur ##72
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Richard Ashford
Interior Artist
Ken Lashley
Cover Artist
Ken Lashley, Cam Smith
Publication Date
December 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Crucible of Fear' storyline. Rachel Summers (Phoenix) faces a psychological and physical crisis as her powers fluctuate. Includes appearances by members of Excalibur including Nightcrawler and Captain Britain.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor color rubbing/wear near the top edge. Comic appears flat with good gloss remnants.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7; Graded (9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1 to $5 plus shipping. Professional graded copies are uncommon for this specific issue as it is not a major key.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $30-$40) significantly exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a sentimental piece or a high-grade 9.8 specimen.
Notable Features
Features Phoenix (Rachel Summers) on the cover. Direct edition with a barcode in the bottom left. 1990s era artwork by Ken Lashley.
Authentication Notes
The book displays correct trade dress for 1993 Marvel Comics, including the 'Marvel Comics' corner box with a character head and the standard barcode placement for Direct Editions. Printing quality and paper stock appear consistent with late Bronze/Early Modern Age Marvel publications.