Excalibur ##14
Marvel Comics • Excalibur Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Ron Lim
Cover Artist
Ron Lim
Publication Date
November 1989
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of 'The Cross-Time Caper' storyline. The Excalibur team (Captain Britain, Meggan, Nightcrawler, Rachel Summers, and Shadowcat) travels through diverse alternate dimensions. This issue features a world where alternate versions of the Avengers and other Marvel heroes exist.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting to the upper right corner. General light surface wear and minor discoloration near the bottom border, though overall color vibrancy is high.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded 9.8: $45 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. Recent sales for CGC 9.8 specimens range from $40 to $65 over the last 12 months.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons. The cost of grading (approx $35+) exceeds the current market value of a raw copy and the potential ROI for a non-key issue.
Notable Features
Features an iconic battle cover by Ron Lim showing the Excalibur team versus alternate versions of the Hulk, Iron Man, Dr. Strange, and Medusa. Notable for being a 'Direct Edition' indicated by the graphic in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel modern-age publication. Includes period-accurate $1.50 cover price, matte paper stock common for the late 80s, and standard staple placement.