X-Treme X-Men ##3
Marvel Comics • X-Treme X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Salvador Larroca
Cover Artist
Salvador Larroca
Publication Date
September 2001
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of the 'Hell to Pay' storyline. The X-Treme team (Storm, Bishop, Psylocke, Thunderbird, Rogue, Beast, and Sage) continues their search for Destiny's diaries while facing the villain Vargas. This issue features a confrontation between Vargas and Beast.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine ticks visible along the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor surface wear typical of a gloss cover from this era. Overall remains flat with vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $35 - $55
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for cover price or slightly above in bundle lots. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $40 range on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the market value of the book. It is a common back-issue with high print volume.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with UPC barcode in bottom left; features early 2000s 'Liquid!' digital coloring; notable for the early deaths/status changes of major X-Men early in this series' run.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern age print quality; authentic Marvel Direct Edition barcode present; age-appropriate paper stock and gloss.