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Value of Key Issue Wolverine Comics

A guide to the most valuable vintage Wolverine comics

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Let's take a look at the most popular Wolverine appearances. These are comic books that most Marvel collectors will pay big money for.

Many of the key comic books appear in the run of Incredible Hulk (click for full article on Hulk comics).

Incredible Hulk #180, First Brief Appearance of Wolverine

Incredible Hulk #180, the first brief appearance of Wolverine on the last page only. Click to buy at Goldin

Incredible Hulk #180

Record sale: $40,800
Minimum value: $40

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Incredible Hulk #181: First Full Appearance of Wolverine

Incredible Hulk #181, the first full appearance of Wolverine. Click to buy at Goldin

Incredible Hulk #181

Record sale: $150,000 (CGC 9.9)
$23,000 (CGC 9.8)
Minimum value: $120

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This is the big one! If you're a Wolverine fan, then you'll definitely want a nice copy of Incredible Hulk #181, the first full appearance of Wolverine.

While there is a brief appearance on the final page of Incredible Hulk #180, it's #181 where the big money is.

If you have a copy of this desirable first appearance of this classic Marvel Comics character, then it's a great find.

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Incredible Hulk #182: Second Brief Appearance of Wolverine

Incredible Hulk #182, the second brief appearance of Wolverine. Click to buy at Goldin

Incredible Hulk #182

Record sale: $3,200
Minimum value: $20

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While it's worth nothing like as much as #181, Incredible Hulk #182 must be on the 'to have' list of collectors seeking a complete run of Wolverine appearances.

The conclusion of the story from the previous issue is worth somewhere around $700 in top shape.

Giant-Size X-Men #1: Wolverine Joins the New X-Men Team

Giant-Size X-Men #1

Record sale: $38,400
Minimum value: $40

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This is another huge appearance for Wolverine fans.

Giant-Size X-Men #1 is not only the next consecutive appearance of Wolverine, but it's also the comic in which the new X-Men team is launched!

That makes it in massive demand for X-Men fans, as well as fans of the pointy-fingered Marvel Comics character with the bad temper.

This is another expensive comic. So if you have one in great condition, you should be very happy!

Even a bad shape copy is worth $200. In mint condition, you'll be looking to get around $4,000 when you sell.

We'll tell you what your Giant-Size X-Men #1 is worth. Simply send us details and a pic.

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X-Men #94: Revival of the X-Men

Early Wolverine comics appearance: X-Men #94. Click to buy at Goldin

X-Men #94

Record sale: $63,000
Minimum value: $30

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Here's another great Wolverine comic to have in your collection.

The first appearance of the new X-Men team followed the publication of Giant-Size X-Men #1.

X-Men #94 is a highly collectible comic book, so if you own one, you'll be happy to hear that!

Your tatty old copy is worth at least $50, but the good news for people holding mint condition versions is that your comic's worth over $2,000!

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FOOM #10: Early X-Men by Byrne

FOOM #10: Early X-Men by Byrne. Click to buy at Goldin

FOOM #10
Early Byrne X-Men

Record Sale: $33,600
Minimum Value: $50

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Wolverine Limited Series #1 - #4

Wolverine Limited Series #1. Click to buy at Goldin

Wolverine Ltd. Series #1

Record sale: $17,000 (CGC 10.0);
$4,000 (CGC 9.9);
$250 (CGC 9.8)

Minimum value: $30

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Wolverine Limited Series #2. Click to buy at Goldin

Wolverine Ltd. Series #2

Record sale: $2,630 (CGC 9.9);
$180 (CGC 9.8)

Minimum value: $10

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Here's another really popular series of Wolverine comics.

The mini-series, known as Wolverine Limited Series #1 - #4, sees Wolverine solo for the first time in comics. The story, set in Japan, is considered a classic by collectors.

There are so many of these available that your set of four, even in mint condition, is worth only around $300. Still, nice to have.

Wolverine Limited Series #3. Click to buy at Goldin

Wolverine Ltd. Series #3

Record sale: $8,000 (CGC 9.9);
$255 (CGC 9.8)

Minimum value: $10

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Wolverine Limited Series #4. Click to buy at Goldin

Wolverine Ltd. Series #4

Record sale: $9,030 (CGC 9.9)
$200 (CGC 9.8)

Minimum value: $10

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Wolverine #1 (1988): 1st in Ongoing Series

Wolverine #1 (1988): 1st in Ongoing Series.

Wolverine #1 1988

Record sale: $17,640 (CGC 10.0);
$1,550 (CGC 9.9);
$175 (CGC 9.8)

Minimum value: $10

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This book not only stars the first appearance of Patch, but it's also among the most valuable comic books of the 1980s.

Of course, there is only one CGC 10.0 in the world right now. Your copy, no matter how nice, is not worth anything like as much.

Wolverine #2. Click to buy at Goldin

Wolverine #2

Record Sale: $420
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #3

Record Sale: $120
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #4

Record Sale: $130
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #5

Record Sale: $400
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #6

Record Sale: $220
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #7

Record Sale: $300
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #8

Record Sale: $400
Minimum Value: $20

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Wolverine #9

Record Sale: $60
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #10, classic Saber-Tooth battle cover

Wolverine #10
Classic battle with Sabertooth

Record Sale: $1,130
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine #88
1st Wolverine vs Deadpool battle

Record Sale: $330
Minimum Value: $20

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Wolverine #102.5
Mail-Away trading card variant

Record Sale: $2,000
Minimum Value: $20

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Wolverine #145 "Mail Away" Nabisco Variant

Wolverine #145 "Mail Away" Nabisco Variant. Click to buy at Goldin

Wolverine #145 Nabisco Variant

Record sale: $1,700

Minimum value: $20

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This book disproves the adage that eating cookies is bad for you! One of the most valuable Wolverine comics there is, and only available if you mailed in coupons to the company.

It's on our list of Top 100 Variant Comics, so be sure to check that out.

Wolverine #155
Cover homage to Incredible Hulk #340; Deadpool appearance

Record Sale: $180
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine: Origins #10 First Appearance of Daken

Wolverine: Origins #10: Regular edition

Wolverine: Origins #10
Regular edition

Record Sale: $340
Minimum Value: $10

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Wolverine: Origins #10: Retailer Incentive "third claw" edition

Wolverine: Origins #10
Retailer Incentive "third claw" edition

Record Sale: $1,330
Minimum Value: $50

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Other Wolverine Comics With Variant Covers

Wolverine 1 (Deadpool) Campbell Variant (2010).

Wolverine 1 (Deadpool) Campbell Variant (2010)

Record sale: 9.8 $6,500

Minimum value raw: $50

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Wolverine 310 Platt (Color) Variant (2012).

Wolverine 310 Platt (Color) Variant (2012)

Record sale: 9.8 $1,263

Minimum raw value: $400

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All New Wolverine 19 Mattina Sketch (2017).

All New Wolverine 19 Mattina Sketch (2017)

Record sale: 9.8 $1,675

Recent sale: 9.8 $990, 8/17

Minimum value raw: $700

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Wolverine v.3 66 Turner Sketch (2008).

Wolverine v.3 66 Turner Sketch (2008)

Record sale: 9.8 $725

Recent sale: 9.8 $550, 8/17

Minimum value raw: $250

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Wolverine 310 Platt Sketch (2012).

Wolverine 310 Platt Sketch (2012)

Record sale: 9.8 $2,000

Recent sale: 9.6 $515, 9/17

Minimum value raw: $300

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Wolverine and the X-Men 4 Brooks Venom Variant (2012).

Wolverine and the X-Men 4 Brooks Venom Variant (2012)

Record sale: 9.8 $725

Recent sale: 9.8 $420, 11/17

Minimum value raw: $175

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Wolverine: The Best There Is 1 Dell’otto Variant (2011).

Wolverine: The Best There Is 1 Dell’otto Variant (2011)

Record sale: 9.8 $375

Minimum value raw: $125

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