Wolverine ##19
Marvel Comics • Wolverine Vol. 2
Writer
Archie Goodwin
Interior Artist
John Buscema
Cover Artist
John Buscema
Publication Date
Mid-December 1989
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a confrontation featuring Tiger Shark. Wolverine battles underwater and deals with ongoing storylines during the classic Larry Hama / Archie Goodwin era of the second volume.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress lines visible along the left edge, slight corner blunting, and some surface glare from the protective bag with potential minor light bends or fingerprints on the glossy cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $15.00, Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $30.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition generally sell in the $5 to $10 range locally or online.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading due to low return on investment for an 8.0/8.5 copy, as the grading and shipping costs would exceed the potential value increase.
Notable Features
Direct edition with the classic Marvel Spider-Man headbox symbol instead of a UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1989 Marvel direct edition print quality, correct paper stock, colors, and branding match authentic issues from the period.