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The X-Men (1963) No. 49

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Polaris (Lorna Dane), Mesmero

Issue Details

The X-Men (1963) No. 49 cover

Publisher: Marvel

Cover Date: October 1968

Cover Price: $0.12

Writer: Arnold Drake

Penciller: Werner Roth

Cover Artist: Jim Steranko

First Appearance: Polaris (Lorna Dane), Mesmero

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The X-Men (1963) #49 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$275.00
8.0Very Fine$192.50
6.0Fine$82.50
4.0Very Good$41.25
2.0Good$27.50

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The X-Men (1963) #49 Value FAQ

How much is The X-Men (1963) #49 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $275.00; lower grades range from ~$27.50 (Good) to ~$192.50 (Very Fine).

Is The X-Men (1963) #49 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Polaris (Lorna Dane), Mesmero.

Who created The X-Men (1963) #49?

The X-Men (1963) #49 was written by Arnold Drake, pencilled by Werner Roth, with a cover by Jim Steranko.

When was The X-Men (1963) #49 published?

Marvel published it with a October 1968 cover date, originally priced at $0.12.

What is a high-grade copy of The X-Men (1963) #49 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $275.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.