Uncanny X-Men #135 CGC 9.4 NM White Pages 1980 1st Dark Phoenix Saga Marvel

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Uncanny X-Men #135 (Marvel Comics, July 1980), graded CGC 9.4 Near Mint with White Pages — professionally encapsulated in a CGC Universal Grade slab for permanent protection and authentication. Certification number 0129618010, verifiable directly on the CGC website. Why this issue matters: This is a cornerstone issue of the legendary Dark Phoenix Saga, widely considered one of the greatest comic book storylines ever written. Issue #135 features the climactic reveal and defeat of Dark Phoenix, with the iconic John Byrne & Terry Austin cover capturing Jean Grey at the height of her corrupted power. This issue is also notable as the first appearance of Senator Robert Kelly, a character who would go on to be central to the X-Men’s mutant-rights storylines for decades, including major film adaptations. Details: Title: The Uncanny X-Men #135 Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Date: July 1980 Story: Chris Claremont Cover & Art: John Byrne & Terry Austin Grade: CGC 9.4 (Near Mint) Page Quality: White Pages (the highest page-quality designation CGC awards) Key Issue: 1st appearance of Senator Robert Kelly; part of the iconic Dark Phoenix Saga Condition Notes: Graded and sealed by CGC — the slab itself is in excellent condition with no cracks or damage. The comic has not been removed from its holder and should not be, to preserve the grade and certification. Why buy graded: CGC grading provides independent, trusted authentication of condition and page quality, giving buyers confidence in e

• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Year: 1980
• Condition: Fine

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