Auctions: comic books in 'X-Men', graded by CBCS

Avengers (1963 1st Series) Annual 10D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #21-1D7D4A0-001

Direct Edition. First appearance of Rogue and Madelyne Pryor in "By My Friends Betrayed!" Spider-Woman, X-Men, Carol Danvers, and New Brotherhood of Mutants guest star. Script by Chris Claremont. Pencils by Michael Golden. Inks by Armando Gil. Cover by Al Milgrom. This action-packed annual has got it all, true believers: the first appearance of Rogue, the spectacular art of Michael Golden, the tragic return of Carol Danvers, and the stupendous struggle between the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants and the mighty Avengers! Following the events of Uncanny X-Men #142, Mystique & her New Brotherhood of Evil Mutants attempt to break four of their members out of Ryker's Island prison! After Rogue and Mystique take down Captain America, Iron Man, and Thor, the rest of the Avengers and Spider-Woman catch up to the villains, and the epic clash erupts! Woven in and around the frantic action at Ryker's Island is the heartbreaking story of Carol Danvers' return to Earth. Her life has fallen apart since leaving for Limbo with Marcus Immortus in Avengers #200, and now, stripped of her powers and memories, Carol begins the long road to recovery. And the first step is an emotional confrontation with her former teammates! Notes: Marvel Super-Heroes #11 (Fall 1992) fills in the details of Carol Danvers' life between Avengers #200 and Avengers Annual #10. The Thing stars in a one-page Hostess ad, "A Lesson to Be Learned!" This issue was reprinted in 1993 in the trade paperback: The Greatest Battles of the Avengers. 52 pages, full color. Cover price $0.75.

Cable Blood and Metal (1992) 2 CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #20-30D9565-004

Cover pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Dan Green. Cable - Blood and Metal, script by Fabian Nicieza, pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Dan Green; In the past, Cable betrays the Six Pack to try and take down Stryfe; In the present, Cable gives up defeating Stryfe to save Kane's life; In the future, Kane wakes up in Cable's world. Cable pinup, pencils by Greg Capullo, inks by Brad Vancata. 52 pgs. 2 issue mini-series. $2.50. Cover price $2.50.

Fall of the House of X (2024 Marvel) 1ILLUMINATI.A CBCS 9.6 Verified Sig Szerdy

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Nathan Szerdy. Illuminati Exclusive Variant.

Label #24-456B4BB-038

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Comics Illuminati (Unknown Comics, Comic Traders, Anti-Hero Gallery, and The 616 Comics) Exclusive Cover by Nathan Szerdy. Written by Gerry Duggan. Art by Lucas Werneck. KRAKOA HAS JUST BEGUN TO FIGHT! Mutantkind has never had a greater fall. From the highs of Krakoa - their own glorious nation, a place where they were safe and happy - to the lowest of lows. Outlawed, hunted, killed, most of their kind missing or dead, and now, one their greatest leaders, Cyclops, is on trial facing a death penalty. Ready or not, the time has come for the X-Men to make their final stand against the forces that have struck them low. The day is now. The place is here. The tale of the house Xavier built will long be told...and few will forget this darkest chapter. From writer Gerry Duggan (X-MEN, MARAUDERS, UNCANNY AVENGERS) and artist Lucas Werneck (IMMORTAL X-MEN, TRIAL OF MAGNETO) comes half of the story that will bring the Krakoa Age to its conclusion! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+

House of X (2019 Marvel) 5NYCC CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig J. Scott Campbell Campbell NYCC Virgin Variant

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: J. Scott Campbell on 10/07/2019. (#113/2500). NYCC 2019 Exclusive Variant.

Label #19-3F83B1F-101

NYCC Exclusive variant by J. Scott Campbell. Written by Jonathan Hickman. Art by Pepe Larraz. Xavier's dream turns deadly for some of his students as they fight back against the humans' plan to eliminate them. Superstar writer Jonathan Hickman (FANTASTIC FOUR, AVENGERS, SECRET WARS) continues his reshaping of the X-Universe alongside Young Gun artist Pepe Larraz (EXTERMINATION, AVENGERS). The Future of the X-Men begins here! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 23 CBCS 5.5

Paper: Off white to white

Label #25-3B48FE6-014

Cover pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Dick Ayers. To Save a City, script by Roy Thomas, pencils by Werner Roth, inks by Dick Ayers; Count Nefaria, the Plantman, the Scarecrow, the Porcupine, the Eel, and the Unicorn continue their attack; Professor X walks with the aid of metal braces. 36 pgs. $0.12. Cover price $0.12.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 122N CBCS 5.5

Paper: Off white

Newsstand Edition.

Label #21-279D349-018

Newsstand Edition. "Cry for the Children!" Cameos by Luke Cage, Misty Knight, Colleen Wing , Black Tom Cassidy, and Juggernaut. Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Cover by Dave Cockrum and Terry Austin. While testing the limits of his incredible strength in the Danger Room, Colossus learns a valuable lesson about courage from Wolverine. Meanwhile, Jean Grey meets the mysterious man that will change her life forever, Jason Wyngarde. Plus, Storm learns a hard truth about life on the streets. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.40.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 130D CBCS 8.0

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Direct Edition. The Dark Phoenix Saga: Part 2 of 9 - "Dazzler!" Story by Chris Claremont and John Byrne. Art by John Byrne and Terry Austin. Wolverine, Colossus, and Storm have been taken captive by the sultry and dangerous White Queen, but for what purpose. Only the young new mutant Kitty Pryde can warn the rest of the team, but will she be in time to save her new friends? Meanwhile, Cyclops and Phoenix encounter another "new mutant" called Dazzler. Plus, Jason Wyngarde continues his mental seduction of Jean Grey. NOTE: 1st appearance of Dazzler. 36 pgs. Cover price $0.40.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 181D CBCS 6.5 Witnessed Sig Claremont

Paper: White

Witnessed Signature: Chris Claremont on 3/10/2024 Direct Edition

Label #24-0D49D72-018

Direct Edition. "Tokyo Story!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Dan Green. Story continued from Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars (1984) #12. The X-Men have returned from the Beyonder's Battleworld. The materialize above the streets of Tokyo, Japan. However, Lockheed's friend seems to have undergone a severe transformation. Wolverine saves the life of a child that will become very important to him in years to come. Plus, congress passes a Federal Bill - The Mutant Affairs Control Act, and nothing will ever be the same again. NOTE: 1st appearance of Amiko.6 pgs. Cover price $0.60.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 186D CBCS 9.2

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #21-1ff4ef2-026

Direct Edition. "Life and Death: Part 1!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Barry Windsor-Smith and Terry Austin. In the tragic aftermath of last issue's events, Storm is left powerless. Now she must attempt to come to terms with this reality in the presence of the man who is inadvertently responsible - Forge. Plus, sinister creatures plot and scheme from the shadows. NOTE: See Uncanny X-Men #198 for the sequel to this story. 52 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 193D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition.

Label #19-33143DE-019

Direct Edition. Double Sized Issue - "Warhunt 2!" Guest-starring the New Mutants and Firestar. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by John Romita, Jr. and Dan Green. The warrior mutant Thunderbird comes seeking revenge on the X-Men for the death of his brother, the original Thunderbird (see Uncanny X-Men #95 for Thunderbird's death). His fellow Hellions (the Hellfire Club's version of the New Mutants) Roulette, Empath, and a duped Firestar are coming along for the ride. But when Thunderbird finally comes face-to-face with the man he blames for his brother's death, Charles Xavier, is he ready f to hear the truth? Plus, what is the mysterious Nimrod up to. NOTE: 1st appearance of Firestar. This issue celebrates the first 100 issues of the New X-Men. 52 pgs. Cover price $1.25.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 244D CBCS 9.0 Witnessed Sig Claremont

Paper: Off white to white

Witnessed Signature: Chris Claremont on 6/24/2022. Direct Edition

Label #22-225AE4F-020

Direct Edition. "Ladies' Night!" Story by Chris Claremont. Art and cover by Marc Silvestri and Dan Green. Who are the M Squad and why are they about to ruin the girls' night out? Plus, the introduction of a brand new X-character! NOTE: 1st appearance of Jubilee. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 266D CBCS 9.6 Verified Sig Direct Variant

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Tom Defalco. Direct Edition.

Label #23-1774067-005

Direct Edition. "Gambit!" Part 2 of 3. Story by Chris Claremont. Art by Mike Collins and Joe Rubinstein. Cover by Andy Kubert. The Hounds are closing in on the young thief named Storm. Her only hope may lie in the hands of a mysterious and charming stranger. Plus, the Shadow King wants Mystique dead. NOTE: 1st appearance of Gambit. 36 pages, full color. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) 281A CBCS 9.8 Witnessed Sig Portacio 1st Printing

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: Whilce Portacio on 8/24/2019 Direct Edition

Label #19-323BC31-006

FIRST PRINTING with WHITE title logo (second printing has a red title logo). "Fresh Upstart!" Story by Jim Lee, Whilce Portacio, and John Byrne. Art by Whilce Portacio and Art Thibert. It's a new era for Marvel's Merry Mutants. Xavier's original students have returned home and reunited with the X-Men to assemble the greatest team of super-human mutants ever assembled. But with new a new team comes new threats. Who are the Upstarts and what kind of threat do they pose to the X-Men, and mutantkind in general? Witness the ultimate fate of Donald Pierce, the Reavers, the White Queen and her Hellions. NOTE: 1st appearance of Fitzroy. ****death of Donald Pierce, the Reavers, Jetstream, Beef, and Tarot. 1st printing - white title. 36 pgs. Cover price $1.00.

Uncanny X-Men (1963 1st Series) Facsimile Edition 4A CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Facsimile Edition.

Label #21-1344BC5-025

Written by Stan Lee. Art by Jack Kirby and Paul Reinman. Cover pencils by Jack Kirby. INTRODUCING THE SCARLET WITCH! Magneto returns to battle the X-Men, and he's brought the new Brotherhood of Evil Mutants! Courtesy of the boundless imaginations of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch enter the Marvel Universe alongside enduring mutant menaces Toad and Mastermind! As Magneto and Professor X clash on the astral plane, the Brotherhood overruns and conquers the small nation of Santo Marco in the name of mutant supremacy, and the stage is set for a dramatic showdown with the X-Men! A rivalry for the ages begins here, and Wanda and Pietro Maximoff start their incredible journey from villainy to their ultimate destiny in the mighty Avengers! It's one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting X-MEN (1963) #4. 32 pages, full color. All Ages Cover price $3.99.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 60D CBCS 9.8

Paper: White

Direct Edition

Label #24-344A9DB-008

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Direct Edition. Counting Coup! Written by Larry Hama. Art by Dave Hoover and Keith Williams. Cover by Larry Stroman and Dan Green. Seeking retribution for the death of Mariko (see Wolverine #57), Logan pays a little visit to Hand's Matsuo Tsirayaba. Meanwhile, Shiva, the robotic terror programmed to hunt down renegade members of the Weapon X Program, finds its next target - Sabretooth. 32 pages, FC Cover price $1.75.

Wolverine (1988 1st Series) 88A CBCS 9.4 Deluxe Direct

Paper: White

Deluxe Edition.

Label #23-2182E2B-007

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Deluxe Direct edition. Cover art by Adam Kubert. It's D-D-Deadpool, Folks!, script by Larry Hama, pencils by Adam Kubert and Fabio Laguna, inks by Mark Farmer and Tim Townsend; Wolvie stops in to check on Kane and ends up battling Deadpool instead. 36 pgs. $1.95. Cover price $1.95.

Wolverine Giant-Size Old Man Logan (2009) 1C CBCS 9.4 Witnessed Sig McNiven Rivera 1:25 Variant

Paper: White

Witnessed Sig: McNiven on 5/18/2019 Paolo Rivera Retailer Incentive

Label #19-20C19F2-009

Limited (1 for 25) Variant Cover Paolo Rivera. Old Man Logan: Part 8 of 8 - Written by MARK MILLAR Pencils by STEVE MCNIVEN NOTE: Story continued from Wolverine (2003-2009 2nd Series) #72. This is it! The moment you've been waiting for! Prepare yourselves for the most brutal battle in the history of comics as Wolverine returns - and unleashes a tidal wave of bloody revenge! It's Wolverine versus the Hulk Gang to the death! Don't miss the flesh-rending final chapter to the greatest Wolverine story ever told by the peerless Mark Millar and Steve McNiven! Plus-you won't be able to tear yourself away from the gallery of covers, background material, behind-the-scenes extras, and all-new pinups that fill out this GIANT-SIZE SPECTACULAR! 64 pages, full color. Cover price $4.99.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) Facsimile Edition 1ILLUMINATI.C CBCS ART (Sketch on Cover) Verified Sig Canga

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Levend Canga. Sketch on Cover. Illuminati Blank Variant.

Label #24-3922B1A-006

Comics Illuminati (Unknown Comics, The 616 Comics, AntiHero Gallery, and Comic Traders) Exclusive Blank Sketch Cover. Written by Chris Claremont; Jim Lee. Art by Jim Lee. Another chance to buy the best-selling comic book of all time — one that ushered in a new era of X-Men greatness! In 1991, history was made when superstar creators Chris Claremont and Jim Lee launched a second ongoing title for Marvels premier mutant super-group — and the inaugural issue featured an all-star lineup, separated into Cyclops Blue team and Storms Gold team, for an action-packed showdown against their archenemy, Magneto, and his fanatical Acolytes! Featuring fan-favorite characters looking better than ever in bold new costumes that helped define a decade, its no wonder the adjectiveless X-MEN #1 sold an incredible eight million copies! Its one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original deluxe-edition form, packed with pinups! Reprinting X-MEN (1991) #1. 48 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $7.99.

X-Men (1991 1st Series) Facsimile Edition 1ILLUMINATI.C CBCS ART (Sketch on Cover) Verified Sig Canga

Paper: White

Verified Signature: Levend Canga. Sketch on Cover. Illuminati Blank Variant.

Label #25-1346150-008

Comics Illuminati (Unknown Comics, The 616 Comics, AntiHero Gallery, and Comic Traders) Exclusive Blank Sketch Cover. Written by Chris Claremont; Jim Lee. Art by Jim Lee. Another chance to buy the best-selling comic book of all time — one that ushered in a new era of X-Men greatness! In 1991, history was made when superstar creators Chris Claremont and Jim Lee launched a second ongoing title for Marvels premier mutant super-group — and the inaugural issue featured an all-star lineup, separated into Cyclops Blue team and Storms Gold team, for an action-packed showdown against their archenemy, Magneto, and his fanatical Acolytes! Featuring fan-favorite characters looking better than ever in bold new costumes that helped define a decade, its no wonder the adjectiveless X-MEN #1 sold an incredible eight million copies! Its one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original deluxe-edition form, packed with pinups! Reprinting X-MEN (1991) #1. 48 pages, full color. Rated T Cover price $7.99.

X-Men Red (2022 Marvel) 1I CBCS 9.6 Momoko Virgin 1:100 Variant

Paper: White

Peach Momoko Retailer Incentive.

Label #25-0F7E5D5-018

Limited 1 for 100 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Al Ewing. Art by Stefano Caselli. Cover by Peach Momoko. WHO CAN SAVE THE RED PLANET? The mutants of Arakko spent millennia scarred by war - but on what was once called Mars, they're learning to live in peace. STORM knows the red planet needs something greater than a queen. But ABIGAIL BRAND has other plans, along with an unstable VULCAN on her side and CABLE keeping his own secrets. Welcome to X-MEN RED. It's a new world…and someone has to fight for it. 36 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $4.99.