X-Treme X-Men ##1
Marvel Comics • X-Treme X-Men Vol. 1
Writer
Chris Claremont
Interior Artist
Salvador Larroca
Cover Artist
Salvador Larroca
Publication Date
July 2001
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The series follows a team of X-Men led by Storm, including Beast, Bishop, Psylocke, Rogue, Sage, and Thunderbird (Neal Shaara), as they search for the 13 'Diaries of Destiny' written by the precognitive mutant Destiny. The issue marks a major shift in the X-Men line during the early 2000s under Chris Claremont's return.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
The book displays several visible spine stress lines (some color breaking), noticeable blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor edge wear along the top. The gloss remains high, but there is slight waviness consistent with storage in a bag without a board.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold for $3 to $8. Graded 9.8 copies typically settle between $65 and $90 on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition (estimated at 8.0). To be financially viable for grading, this modern era book typically needs to be a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
First team appearance of the X-Treme X-Men. Features the 'Direct Edition' UPC barcode. Key character lineup includes the first appearance of Sage in her modern role as the team's 'cyber-path' tactician.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Features standard 2001 Marvel paper stock, correct color saturation for the Larroca/Liquid! palette, and appropriate UPC prefix (59606) for Marvel Direct Edition products of that era.