X-MAN ##7
Marvel Comics • X-Man (Vol. 1)
Writer
Terry Kavanagh
Interior Artist
Steve Skroce
Cover Artist
Steve Skroce and Bud LaRosa
Publication Date
September 1995
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Nate Grey (X-Man) encounters the Black Queen of the Hellfire Club, Selene. Selene attempts to manipulate Nate's vast psychic powers for her own ends while he is still adjusting to life on Earth-616 after the Age of Apocalypse.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors (ticks) along the left edge, several of which break color. Minor blunting on the bottom right corner. Generally flat cover but shows slight edge wear along the top side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average between $2 and $5. High-grade graded copies rarely appear at auction as it is not a major key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service ($25+) outweighs the market value of the book in this estimated condition.
Notable Features
Early appearance of Nate Grey (X-Man) in the main Marvel Universe (616) following the 'Age of Apocalypse' event. Features Selene as the primary antagonist. Direct Edition with UPC barcode printed on the bottom left.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s Marvel stock. Features the 'Marvel Comics Direct Edition' title box and the specific 'X-Men Deluxe' trade dress used in the mid-90s for higher paper quality titles.