Wonder Man #1
Marvel Comics • Wonder Man Vol. 1
Writer
Gerard Jones
Interior Artist
Jeff Johnson
Cover Artist
Jeff Johnson
Publication Date
September 1991
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Launch of the first ongoing solo series for Simon Williams, aka Wonder Man. In this issue, Simon moves to Hollywood to pursue an acting career while balancing his life as a hero and dealing with his ionic powers.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 or 8.0 estimate)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker on the top right corner of the bag (not on the book, but obscures inspection); minor blunting on top right corner; slight spine stresses visible; minor edge wear along the bottom. Bagged and boarded state makes it difficult to detect subtle surface indentations.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $5 and $12 on secondary markets like eBay. CGC 9.8 copies typically sell for under $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees + shipping) would likely exceed the current market value of the book unless it was a guaranteed 9.8 white-page copy. A pressing might improve the grade slightly, but ROI remains low.
Notable Features
First issue of the 1991 solo series. Features appearance by the Enchantress. Direct Edition (noted by the Spider-Man head in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on standard 1990s Marvel gloss, the specific color palette of the Jeff Johnson art, and the correct Direct Edition corner insignia.