The X-Men ##41
Marvel Comics • The X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Gary Friedrich
Interior Artist
Don Heck
Cover Artist
George Tuska
Publication Date
February 1968
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the X-Men battling Grotesk, the Sub-Human, a prince from an underground civilization. The issue also includes a backup story continuing 'The Origin of Cyclops!' detailing Scott Summers' early years and his encounter with Jack O' Diamonds.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Extensive spine stress and color-breaking ticks throughout the left edge; significant corner blunting; noticeable surface wear and scratches across the front cover; slight edge wear and tanning on the white margins; minor staining visible near the top left corner; possible crease on the bottom right corner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $65 - $100; Graded (CGC 3.0): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-to-low grade raw copies range from $50 up to $110 depending on eye appeal; 3.0 graded copies have hovered around the $140 mark.
Grading Recommendation
Likely not worth professional grading unless for personal sentimental value. The cost of CGC submission and shipping would consume much of the potential equity in this grade range (3.0-4.0). A clean and press might slightly improve appearance but wouldn't fix the color-breaking spine wear.
Notable Features
First appearance of Grotesk (Sub-Human); part of the 'Origin of Cyclops' backup series; early Silver Age Marvel; 12-cent price point.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with period-accurate 12-cent pricing, Marvel Comics Group corner box, and aging characteristics consistent with 1960s newsprint and cover stock.