X-Men Vol. 2 #1 (Cover C Variant - Cyclops and Wolverine)

This is a Marvel Comics publication featuring X-Men #1, released in October 1991. The cover art is penciled by the influential artist Jim Lee and features a dynamic scene with prominent characters Cyclops (firing an optic blast), Wolverine, and Iceman. This specific version is known as 'Cover C,' one of four distinct standard variant covers that connected to form a large mural. The item is a standard American comic book size (approx. 6.625 x 10.25 inches) and is constructed of newsprint interior pages with a glossy cardstock cover. Notable markings include the original $1.50 US price, the '1st Issue! A Legend Reborn!' tagline, the 'A Mutant Milestone' burst, and a Captain America 50th Anniversary head logo in the bottom right corner. The color palette is vibrant, representative of the early 1990s 'Modern Age' style with deep blues, yellows, and pinks. Regarding condition, the book appears to be housed in a protective plastic sleeve (bag) with a backing board. Visible inspection shows relatively sharp corners with minor blunting at the spine's upper edge. The spine appears mostly intact with minimal stress lines (ticks), suggesting a mid-to-high grade collectors' quality. No significant tearing, staining, or fading is immediately apparent. This issue is historically significant as the best-selling comic book of all time, marking a major shift in the X-Men franchise and the comic industry's marketing tactics.