Ultimate Comics The Ultimates ##4
Marvel Comics • Ultimate Comics The Ultimates Vol. 2
Writer
Jonathan Hickman
Interior Artist
Esad Ribic
Cover Artist
Esad Ribic
Publication Date
December 2011
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of Jonathan Hickman's critically acclaimed run on The Ultimates. Nick Fury and the team face global threats, specifically dealing with the fallout of the Children of Tomorrow and the Maker (Ultimate Reed Richards).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress along the left edge, slight corner blunting at the top right corner, clean and glossy cover with good color retention, no major tears or missing pieces.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00, Graded (CGC 9.0/9.2): $25.00 - $40.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in local comic shops and online marketplaces within the $3 to $6 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger Jonathan Hickman or Ultimates collection, as the raw value is low and grading fees would exceed the market value increase.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with $3.99 cover price and barcode box in the bottom right corner. Features work by superstar creators Jonathan Hickman and Esad Ribic.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern comic book stock with appropriate cover gloss, clear ink registration, and standard Marvel direct edition barcode box indicating genuine mass-market production.