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
The X-Men (1963) #49 Value FAQ
How much is The X-Men (1963) #49 worth?
As of October 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.
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