What If... Phoenix Had Not Died? ##32
Marvel Comics • What If... Vol. 2
Writer
George Caragonne
Interior Artist
Rod Ramos
Cover Artist
Rod Ramos
Publication Date
December 1991
Cover Variant
Regular Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An alternate reality story exploring what would have happened if Jean Grey survived the trial by combat on the Moon. It features the X-Men, Magneto, and the eventual consumption of the universe by the Dark Phoenix.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks visible under flash, slight blunting at bottom left corner, minor edge wear along the right side, gloss appears well-preserved through the polybag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20.00 - $35.00; Graded 9.8: $150.00 - $200.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition generally sell for $25.00 on eBay, while CGC 9.8 copies have recently reached $180.00 due to Jean Grey/Dark Phoenix collectibility.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading only if it is a guaranteed 9.8 after a press and clean; at the current estimated 9.0 grade, the cost of grading may exceed the value added.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition (indicated by barcode), key story involving the Dark Phoenix Saga lore, features a popular 'What If' scenario involving Magneto's influence.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1991 bronze-age paper stock and ink density; proper Marvel corner box and 1991 Marvel Entertainment Group legal text present.