The New Mutants ##15
Marvel Comics • The New Mutants Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Sal Buscema
Cover Artist
Bob McLeod
Publication Date
May 1984
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this issue, the New Mutants face intense psychological and physical battles, continuing the early formative adventures of Marvel's teenage mutant team featuring characters like Cannonball, Dani Moonstar, Karma, Magik, and Sunspot.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and ticks along the left side, corner blunting on top and bottom corners, minor creases on the cover, some tanning and yellowing on the paper margins, and a small stain or discoloration mark near the top middle edge above the title.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value: $5 - $15. Graded value (CGC 4.0): $20 - $30.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies of New Mutants #15 hover around $10 to $20 depending on platform and exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading for this specific copy due to the moderate wear, stains, and low current market value. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping) would exceed the total value increase.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition featuring the UPC barcode in the bottom left corner and the 60 cent price variant. Classic early 1980s Bronze/Copper Age Marvel team book.
Authentication Notes
Appears completely authentic based on standard newsstand identifiers, correct paper stock aging, accurate color registration, and standard Marvel trade dress for the era.