Top 15 List of Comics Submitted to CGC for Grading (Week of July 16th, 2024)

Published July 23, 2024 | By Yooporium

These comics are sending a buzz through the collecting community this week! Here are the top 15 comics submitted to CGC (Comic Guaranty Company) for grading for the week of July 16,2024. From highly anticipated first appearances to iconic character milestones, this list offers a glimpse into the trends shaping the collector market and could hold the key to unearthing your next prized possession. Buckle up and get ready to discover comics with investment potential, nostalgic blasts from the past, and hidden gems waiting to be unearthed!

Yaira 1 Variant Cover C (2024, Rippaverse Comics)

This is a potential first appearance comic. The characters Stephanya, Yanessa, Yantoni, and Magus Nuummite could be valuable down the line if the series gains popularity.
The embossed foil cover adds a collectible element for variant cover enthusiasts.

Wolverine Limited Series 1 (1982, Marvel Comics)

This is the first solo Wolverine comic, making it highly sought after by collectors.
The cameo appearance of Yukio on the last page adds another layer of interest for fans.

Ultimate X-Men 1 Sad Lemon Comics Edition (2024, Marvel Comics)

This features a “virgin” cover, meaning it lacks the usual text and logos, creating a unique and potentially more valuable version.

Wolverine 1 (1988, Marvel Comics)

This is the first appearance of Wolverine as Patch, a lesser-known alias that some collectors might find interesting.
The back cover pin-up by John Byrne adds value for fans of the artist.

Batman Beyond: Facsimile Edition 1 Foil Edition (2024, D.C. Comics)

This is a special foil edition reprint of the popular Batman Beyond #1 (1999).
Facsimile editions can be collectible for fans who want a high-quality copy of the original without the high price tag.

Uncanny X-Men 266 (1990, Marvel Comics)

This features the first full appearance of Gambit, a charismatic X-Men character with a dedicated following.
Mystique also appears in this issue, adding to its collectability.

New Mutants: Facsimile Edition 98 Foil Edition (2024, Marvel Comics)

This is a foil edition reprint of New Mutants #98 (1991), a significant issue due to reasons mentioned in #13 below.

Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars 8 (1984, Marvel Comics)

This issue features the origin of the alien symbiote that eventually becomes Venom, a fan-favorite villain.

Amazing Spider-Man 300 (1988, Marvel Comics)

This is the origin and first full appearance of Venom (Eddie Brock).
This issue also marks the last appearance of Spider-Man’s black costume.

10. Something is Killing the Children 36 Artgerm Collectibles Edition (2024, Boom! Studios)

This features a red foil logo variant cover by popular artist Artgerm, making it a desirable edition for collectors.

X-Men 141 (1981, Marvel Comics)

This features the first appearances of Rachel (Phoenix II), Avalanche, Destiny, Pyro, and an alternate future X-Men team.
Mystique, Blob, and Robert Kelly also make their first appearances in this issue

Star Wars 1 (1977, Marvel Comics)

This is the first part of the comic book adaptation of the original Star Wars: A New Hope movie.
Star Wars comics, especially early issues, tend to be popular among collectors due to the franchise’s enduring legacy.

New Mutants 98 (1991, Marvel Comics)

This is the first appearance of Deadpool (Wade Wilson).
This character’s immense popularity in recent years has driven up the value of his first appearance.

Uncanny X-Men 221 (1987, Marvel Comics)

This features the first appearance of Mister Sinister (Nathaniel Essex), a complex villain with a long history in the X-Men universe.
The Marauders also appear in this issue, adding to its significance for X-Men fans.

Nightwing 114 Sampere Variant Cover (2024, D.C. Comics)

This features a variant cover by artist Javier Sampere, potentially sought after by fans who prefer this artwork over the standard cover.
With a reported high submission percentage (4,100%), this variant might be tougher to find in a high graded condition in the future, making pristine copies more valuable.

Which one is your favorite? Do you own any of these? Please let us know in the comments.

Top 15 List of Comics Submitted to CGC for Grading (Week of July 16th, 2024)

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