X-Men #141 (January 1981), the first part of "Days of Future Past," sells for about $225–270 in CGC 9.4 and $325–375 in 9.6, based on 2026 sales. Newsstand copies in CGC 9.8 bring $1,170–1,270.
Below you'll find prices by grade, recent sales, how to tell a newsstand copy from a direct edition or a facsimile, and what to do if you have one. We buy comic books in Chicago and the suburbs and see Bronze Age X-Men keys every week. If you'd rather sell comic books than research them, we can make you an offer.
X-Men #141 Value by Grade (2026)
Prices are for CGC-graded copies with a blue (Universal) label. Raw copies in average condition sell for much less.
| CGC grade | Typical 2026 price | Most recent verified sale |
|---|---|---|
| 6.0 (Fine) | $100–125 | $115 · eBay · Jun 2026 |
| 8.0 (Very Fine) | $130–160 (estimate) | No verified 2026 sale |
| 9.0 (VF/NM) | $190–220 (estimate) | No verified 2026 sale |
| 9.4 (Near Mint) | $225–270 | $225.50 (newsstand) · eBay · Aug 2026 |
| 9.6 (NM+) | $325–375 | $335 · eBay · Oct 2026 |
| 9.8 direct edition | $700–950 | $948.75 · ComicConnect · Jun 10, 2025 |
| 9.8 newsstand | $1,170–1,270 | eBay · 2026 |
Lower-grade copies are affordable, so this is one of the easiest major X-Men keys to own.
Recent X-Men #141 Sales (2025–2026)
| Date | Grade | Venue | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | CGC 9.6 | eBay | $335 |
| Sep 2026 | CGC 9.6 | eBay | $325 |
| Aug 2026 | CGC 9.4 newsstand | eBay | $225.50 |
| Jul 2026 | CGC 9.4 newsstand | eBay | $270 |
| Jun 2026 | CGC 6.0 | eBay | $115 |
| Jun 10, 2025 | CGC 9.8 | ComicConnect | $948.75 |
Why X-Men #141 Is Valuable
X-Men #141, by Chris Claremont and John Byrne, opens "Days of Future Past," a two-part story set in a future where mutants are hunted by Sentinels. Kitty Pryde's mind travels back to stop the assassination that caused it. The issue also introduced the adult Rachel Summers and the new Brotherhood of Evil Mutants with Destiny, Avalanche and Pyro. It cost 50 cents.
The cover by John Byrne and Terry Austin, with Wolverine and Kitty in front of a wall of "slain" and "apprehended" posters, is one of the most copied covers in comics, and the story became the 2014 film. For other key issues, see our X-Men price guide.
Newsstand, Direct Edition or Facsimile?
- Newsstand edition: has a UPC barcode in the lower left corner. Fewer survive in high grade, and they sell for more in 9.8.
- Direct edition: sold in comic shops, with a Spider-Man head or a blank box instead of the barcode.
- Facsimile edition: a modern reprint with the same cover that says "Facsimile Edition" and carries a modern price. It sells for well under $100.
- Title. The cover says "X-Men." The series was renamed Uncanny X-Men with the next issue, #142.
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What Affects the Value of Your Copy
For a 1981 book printed in large numbers, nearly all the value is in 9.6 and up, and newsstand 9.8 copies sell for about four times a 9.6. Spine stress and corner wear add up fast. Learn more in how condition affects comic book value, raw vs graded comics and CGC vs CBCS, or see our comic book grading guide.
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- Wolverine #1 (1982) value
- X-Men price guide
- Marvel comic price guide
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X-Men #141 FAQ
How much is X-Men #141 worth?
In 2026 a CGC 9.4 X-Men #141 sells for about $225–270 and a 9.6 for $325–375. CGC 9.8 copies bring about $700–950 for the direct edition and $1,170–1,270 for the newsstand edition.
Is X-Men #141 the first part of Days of Future Past?
Yes. X-Men #141 (January 1981) is part one of "Days of Future Past," and the story ends in Uncanny X-Men #142.
Who drew the X-Men #141 cover?
The cover was drawn by John Byrne and inked by Terry Austin. It shows Wolverine and Kitty Pryde in front of a wall of posters marking the X-Men as slain or apprehended.
Is the newsstand edition of X-Men #141 worth more?
Yes, in high grade. Newsstand copies with a barcode are scarcer in 9.8 and sell for about $1,200, compared with $700–950 for a direct edition 9.8.
