X-Men #135 (1980) – UK Price Variant – CGC 7.5
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X-Men #135 (1980) – UK Price Variant – CGC 7.5

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X-Men #135 (1980) – UK Price Variant – CGC 7.5

X-Men #135, published by Marvel Comics in July 1980, featuring the first appearance of Senator Robert Kelly and a chapter of the Dark Phoenix Saga. This is the UK Price Variant, with the original 15p cover price, graded CGC 7.5 (Very Fine−) with off-white pages.

John Byrne and Terry Austin's cover places Dark Phoenix in front of the fallen X-Men as she tears through the series logo. This copy carries CGC's blue Universal Grade label, with the UK variant designation printed on both sides of the slab label.

Key Details

  • info Series X-Men / The Uncanny X-Men
  • tag Issue #135
  • storefront Publisher Marvel Comics
  • event Cover date July 1980
  • newspaper Edition UK Price Variant
  • info Original cover price 15p
  • verified Grade CGC 7.5 – Very Fine−
  • info Label CGC Universal Grade – blue label
  • description Page quality Off-white pages
  • info CGC certification number 4788989007
  • info Key appearance First appearance of Senator Robert Kelly
  • info Storyline Dark Phoenix Saga
  • info Era Bronze Age
  • info Format Physical comic book sealed in a CGC holder

Why It Matters

A key issue from the Chris Claremont and John Byrne X-Men run, #135 combines the Dark Phoenix storyline with the debut of Senator Robert Kelly. The issue follows Jean Grey's overwhelming power as Dark Phoenix, taking the conflict beyond the X-Men and into space.

The UK 15p cover gives this copy an additional point of interest for collectors building a pence-price run or collecting British-market variants of Marvel's Bronze Age comics. It is identified as a UK Price Variant on the CGC label; the photographs show the matching pence cover. The striking Dark Phoenix cover also makes it a recognisable display piece within an X-Men collection.

Creators

Story
Chris Claremont.
Cover and art
John Byrne and Terry Austin, as credited on the CGC label.

The CGC label also notes cameos by Reed Richards, the Thing, Spider-Man, Doctor Strange and Silver Surfer.

Collector Notes

You will receive the exact slab shown in the front and rear photographs, CGC certification 4788989007. The certified page quality is off-white. Please use the images to review the cover, rear advertisement and holder presentation before purchasing.

CGC's numerical grade applies to the comic inside the holder. It does not grade the cosmetic condition of the plastic case. Reflections and any visible holder marks should be assessed from the photographs; contact us if you would like additional close-ups.

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Dispatched from the UK with protective packaging around the CGC holder. Available delivery options and charges are shown at checkout.

Will I receive the slab in these photographs? add

Yes. This listing is for the exact X-Men #135 slab pictured, CGC certification 4788989007.

What grade and page quality are recorded on the label? add

CGC has assigned this comic a 7.5 grade with off-white pages. The holder carries the blue Universal Grade label.

Is this the UK Price Variant? add

Yes. The CGC label identifies this copy as the U.K. Price Variant, and its front cover shows the original 15p cover price.

Why is X-Men #135 a key issue? add

It features the first appearance of Senator Robert Kelly, as stated on the CGC label, and forms part of the Dark Phoenix Saga.

How can I check the condition of the holder? add

Review the front and rear photographs for the holder's presentation and any visible marks or reflections. The CGC numerical grade applies to the comic inside, and additional close-ups are available on request.

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