Heroes Reborn: The Return ##2
Marvel Comics • Heroes Reborn: The Return (Limited Series)
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
Salvador Larroca
Cover Artist
David Larroca and Art Thibert
Publication Date
December 1997
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 4 in the mini-series bringing Marvel's core heroes back from the pocket universe created by Franklin Richards. This issue features the battle between Thor and the Hulk, as well as the crossover interactions between the Avengers, Fantastic Four, and the Thunderbolts.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting on the top right, and minor edge wear consistent with age. Gloss remains high with no major color-breaking creases visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bundles or for $5-10. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently move at $50 range due to high supply and low key-status.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees + shipping) exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 and for personal collection purposes.
Notable Features
Features a classic Thor vs. Hulk cover. This was the concluding event to the 'Heroes Reborn' era of the late 90s. Direct Edition with UPC barcode starting with '00211'.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1997 production. Standard glossy cover stock and paper quality indicative of Marvel's late 90s printing processes. Staple placement and registration are within factory specs.