The New Ms. Marvel ##22
Marvel Comics • Ms. Marvel Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Mike Vosburg
Cover Artist
Dave Cockrum
Publication Date
February 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Carol Danvers (Ms. Marvel) battling Deathbird. This issue is notable for being written by Chris Claremont and is the penultimate issue of the original series run.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and several color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting at the top right and bottom right. Slight surface wear/scuffing on the cover and mild edge wear. Possible minor stacking curl on the spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 6.0): $40 - $60. (Note: UK Price Variants typically command slightly less or equal to US cents copies unless high grade).
Recent Sales
Recent sales for US copies in Mid-Grade range from $20-$30. UK 12p variants often sell for 10-20% less due to lower demand from US-based collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading at this time. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees would likely exceed the market value of a 6.0 UK variant. Keep raw in a bag and board for preservation.
Notable Features
UK Price Variant (12p instead of 35 cents). Deathbird appearance. Baron Flash and Vicki Kellogg appearances. UPC barcode present (Direct/Newsstand was not distinct in this era for UK exports).
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel UK export copy. Features appropriate newsprint paper stock for late 1970s and correct 12p pence stamp over the original price area common for the British market.