Amazing Adventures Starring the Original X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • Amazing Adventures Vol. 2 (1970 Reprint Series)
Writer
Stan Lee
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby, Sol Brodsky, and Marie Severin (reused/reconfigured art)
Publication Date
December 1970
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue reprints 'The X-Men #1' from 1963. It features the first appearance and origin of the X-Men (Professor X, Cyclops, Iceman, Angel, Beast, and Marvel Girl) and their first battle against Magneto.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks, color-breaking creases along the spine and right edge, corner blunting, visible edge wear, and potential surface rubbing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 4.0): $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-grade typically sell for $10-$30 on auction platforms. Graded high-grade copies (9.0+) command significant premiums ($150+).
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading would likely exceed the final market value for a mid-to-low grade reprint book. Better suited for a 'filler' slot in a collection.
Notable Features
Reprints X-Men #1. It features a Spider-Man UPC corner box which was common during this era's reprint titles. Title changed from Amazing Adventures (Inhumans/Black Widow) to this reprint format briefly.
Authentication Notes
Visually consistent with Bronze Age Marvel printing standards. Paper tanning is likely present given the age and visible edge wear.