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Steranko cover/art; 2nd app. Polaris; origin of Beast, New X-Men logo; COMIC BOOK IMPACT rating of 7 (CBI)
Boston Copy
Highest Graded


This classic issue of the X-Men presents the origin story of the Beast, plus a classic tale of the teen mutants battling Magneto’s daughter, Lorna Dane — who's under the sway of the sinister Mesmero. There's also a new X-Men logo for the title, as introduced on a gorgeous classic cover from legendary comics artist Jim Steranko.

As seen here, Steranko hit the comics scene with a visionary approach to the comic form. He remains a beloved counterculture figure for bringing elements of surrealism and pop art to mainstream comics, with an dynamic talent that had a major effect on the look and feel of the Silver Age and beyond.

Investors can count on a bright future for the X-Men, as well. Fans have been thrilled to see Marvel Studios retrieving the film rights to their beloved characters, with Deadpool & Wolverine breaking out as one of the biggest box-office hits of 2024. To this day, the mutant team and their spin-offs remain amongst Marvel's best-selling books.

This Boston Pedigree copy is at the top of the CGC Census, with outstanding greens and yellows vividly presenting Jim Steranko's classic cover. This 9.8 hits all the other marks of an NM/M book: perfect spine, sharp corners, and perfect centering to put the whole experience on display.

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