GIANT-SIZE X-MEN ##1
Marvel Comics • Giant-Size X-Men: Tribute To Wein & Cockrum (Volume 1)
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Various Artists (including Alex Ross, Kevin Nowlan, Chris Samnee, etc.)
Cover Artist
Adi Granov
Publication Date
September 2020
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Homage)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This is a 'Tribute' issue where every page of the original Giant-Size X-Men #1 (1975) is re-drawn by a different modern legendary artist. It features the iconic 'Second Genesis' story where Professor X recruits a new international team to rescue the original X-Men from Krakoa.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high-grade condition within a polybag. There is slight blunting on the bottom left corner and minor light reflection that may hide microscopic spine ticks. The cover gloss is high and edges appear sharp.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $4 to $8 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have recently settled in the $45-$55 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx $25-$40) plus shipping exceeds the potential market value increase, as this is a modern tribute reprint rather than the 1975 original.
Notable Features
Features a homaged cover of the original Gil Kane/Dave Cockrum art, reinterpreted by Adi Granov. Includes the first appearance of the 'All-New, All-Different' X-Men (Storm, Nightcrawler, Colossus, Thunderbird) and Wolverine joining the team in a modern art format.
Authentication Notes
Modern Marvel publication. Authenticity is confirmed by the 2020-style trade dress, modern barcode/UPC layout, and the 'Tribute' subtitle on the indicia inside.