Power Pack ##7
Marvel Comics • Power Pack Vol. 1
Writer
Louise Simonson
Interior Artist
June Brigman
Cover Artist
June Brigman and Bob Wiacek
Publication Date
February 1985
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Power Pendants are stolen, and the Power siblings (Alex, Julie, Jack, and Katie) must face the Snark prince Jakal. This issue continues the early adventures of the pre-teen superhero team and their conflict with the alien Snarks.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks (some color-breaking), minor corner blunting on the bottom left, slight edge wear, and possible mild yellowing of the white cover sections consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grade copies average between $2 and $10. High-grade slabbed copies (9.8) occasionally reach $55-$70 but fluctuate based on demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of a mid-to-high grade copy of this issue. Best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Direct Edition; features early appearances of the Snarks; Spider-Man mask in the UPC barcode box (standard for Marvel direct sales in the mid-80s).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the color registration, 'Spider-Man' UPC box characteristic of 1985 Marvel Direct Editions, and the specific paper aging (off-white) visible in the image.