Top 15 List of Comics Submitted to CGC for Grading (Week of June 11th, 2024)

Hot off the Presses! This week, CGC collectors sent in a diverse selection of comics for grading, with some established heroes, exciting first appearances, and even a homage cover making the list. Here’s a breakdown of the top 15 submissions:

1. RippaZine 1 Collector’s Edition (2024, Rippaverse Comics): 517 added to the census this week.  This collector’s edition features the first appearance of Salvage, a new character in the Rippaverse. The inclusion of interviews with established comic creators Chuck Dixon, Mike Baron, and Dean Cain might also be driving interest.
2. .RippaZine 1 (2024, Rippaverse Comics): 414 added to the census this week. Another entry from Rippaverse, this standard edition of RippaZine 1 again featuring the first appearance of Salvage.
3. Wolverine Limited Series 1 (1982, Marvel Comics): 234 added to the census this week A classic for Wolverine fans, this issue marks his first solo series and features a cameo by Yukio on the last page.
4. Marvel Comics #1 (2023, (2023) Pure Silver Foil): 148 added to the census this week. This unique variant boasts a pure silver foil cover, making it a standout for collectors who specialize in special editions.
5. Spider-Gwen: The Ghost-Spider 1 Momoko Variant Cover (2024, Marvel Comics): 144 added to the census this week. This issue features a variant cover by popular artist Momoko, likely driving interest among fans of her work.
6. X-Men 1 (1991, Marvel Comics): 126 added to the census this week. This issue showcases the first appearance of the Acolytes, a mutant group with ties to Magneto. The unique aspect of having four covers that combine into a single image adds another layer of collectibility.
7. Wolverine 1 (1988, Marvel Comics): 102 added to the census this week. Wolverine takes on the alias “Patch” in this issue, making it a sought-after key moment for Wolverine collectors. The back cover pin-up by John Byrne adds further appeal.
8. Eros/Psyche 2 Variant Cover D (2021, Ablaze): 96 added to the census this week. This variant cover pays homage to the iconic “Pulp Fiction” movie poster, potentially attracting fans of the film and comic book art enthusiasts alike.
9. Spawn 1 (1992, Image Comics): 87 added to the census this week. A perennial favorite, Spawn’s first appearance continues to be a hot property, especially with the presence of the 2nd Image “i” logo and a pull-out Spawn poster.
10. X-Men ’97 1 Liefeld Orange Foil Edition (2024, Marvel Comics): 85 added to the census this week. This foil edition featuring art by Rob Liefeld offers a unique take on a popular series, making it a potential target for X-Men fans and foil variant collectors.
11. Doom 1 Lashley “Virgin” Edition (2024, Marvel Comics): 80 added to the census this week. This “virgin” edition, featuring a cover without text or logos, offers a fresh perspective on Doctor Doom and might be appealing to variant cover enthusiasts. The inclusion of an MF DOOM epigraph adds another layer of intrigue.
12. Thundercats 1 Browne “Virgin” Edition (2024, Dynamite Entertainment): 70 added to the census this week. Similar to the Doom variant, this “virgin” edition of Thundercats #1 by artist Ryan G. Browne provides a clean cover experience and could be a target for collectors who specialize in such editions.
13. Deadpool 1 Variant Edition (2024, Marvel Comics): 66 added to the census this week. 1st Appearance of Death Grip and the presence of a foil cover suggests it might be a visually striking collectible for Deadpool fans.
14. Spider-Gwen: The Ghost-Spider 1 Momoko “Virgin” Edition (2024, Marvel Comics): 65 added to the census this week. Another “virgin” edition featuring Momoko’s art style, this time for Spider-Gwen, caters to fans of the artist and variant covers.
15. Guardians of the Galaxy 3 Reis Variant Cover (2023, Marvel Comics): 60 added to the census this week. This variant cover by artist Rod Reis showcases the Guardians of the Galaxy team with a Western Sunset theme which seems to appeal to fans.

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