X-Men ##17
Marvel Comics • X-Men (Vol. 5)
Writer
Jonathan Hickman
Interior Artist
Brett Booth
Cover Artist
Leinil Francis Yu
Publication Date
January 2021
Cover Variant
Regular/Cover A
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A standalone story set in the Krakoan era featuring Cyclops, Jean Grey, and Storm as they travel to the Sh'iar Empire to rescue Xandra, the daughter of Professor X and Lilandra. It involves the Shi'ar Imperial Guard and the Starjammers.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Significant damage to the top edge including several large tears and folding of the cover and interior pages. Visible spine stress and blunting of the top right corner. The bottom left area near the barcode appears to have some moisture warping or edge wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (as is): $1.00 - $3.00; Near Mint (9.4+): $4.00 - $6.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
High-grade copies typically sell at cover price ($3.99-$4.99). Low-grade damaged copies struggle to find buyers above dollar-bin pricing.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading. The physical damage to the top of the book significantly lowers the grade and prevents any return on investment for grading fees.
Notable Features
Features the Starjammers and the Shi'ar Imperial Guard. Modern era 'Reign of X' branding. Standard Direct Edition barcode.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic modern Marvel publication with standard paper stock and modern digital coloring.