The Vision and the Scarlet Witch ##12
Marvel Comics • The Vision and the Scarlet Witch Vol. 2 (12-Issue Limited Series)
Writer
Steve Englehart
Interior Artist
Richard Howell
Cover Artist
Richard Howell
Publication Date
September 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC Barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Final issue of the limited series. Scarlet Witch (Wanda Maximoff) gives birth to twin boys, Thomas and William. Guest stars include Magneto, Quicksilver, and Doctor Strange. Significant for the introduction of the twin sons who later become Wiccan and Speed.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine roll and multiple color-breaking spine stress ticks. General surface wear and significant tanning/yellowing of the cover paper stock. Lower right corner shows blunting and light creasing. The white background appears dull and aged.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 – $20.00 / Graded (9.8): $150.00 – $200.00 (This specific copy is worth approx. $12.00)
Recent Sales
Recent sales of raw copies in mid-grade range from $8 to $15. High-grade (CGC 9.8) copies have reached $220 due to 'WandaVision' MCU interest but have cooled recently.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The visible spine roll and paper tanning would likely result in a mid-range grade (4.0-6.0), where the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book.
Notable Features
First appearance of Thomas and William (The twins). Key copper age issue. Newsstand edition UPC barcode. Marvel 25th Anniversary border around the logo.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1986 copper age release. The paper stock shows the expected natural oxidation (yellowing) for newsprint from that era. Print registration and the Newsstand UPC barcode are consistent with standard Marvel production for that year.