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MARVEL COMICS · 8/89 · DIRECT EDITION
UNIT ECA-008722
THE SENSATIONAL SHE-HULK #4
John Byrne-written and illustrated issue reintroducing the Blonde Phantom as She-Hulk's supporting cast, with Captain America and Namor appearing
// Unit specification
| Publisher | Cover date | Era | Variant | Key attribute | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marvel Comics | August 1989 | Copper | Direct Edition | — | AVAILABLE |
// Run position
// Condition analysis
Cover shows strong gloss and sharp corners with no visible creases, tears, or color breaks. Spine appears tight with no stress lines visible in this image. The book is in a protective sleeve which limits full assessment of surface and edges; interior and back cover were not examined, so grading is based solely on the visible front cover.
// Valuation — market reference
| Bracket | Grade | Est. market value | Marker |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOW_RAW | 0.5 – 1.5 | $1 | |
| MID_RAW | 4.0 – 6.0 | $4 | |
| HIGH_CERT | 9.8 SLAB | $110 |
// Archive commentary
The Sensational She-Hulk #4 continues John Byrne's acclaimed run as writer and artist on the series, notable for its fourth-wall-breaking humor and Byrne's distinctive visual style. This issue reintroduces the Golden Age heroine Blonde Phantom into the Marvel Universe's contemporary continuity, weaving her into She-Hulk's supporting cast alongside guest appearances by Captain America and Namor the Sub-Mariner. Stilt-Man also appears, adding a lighter villain element consistent with the series' comedic tone under Byrne's direction.
Market demand for this issue remains modest and reflects its status as a well-regarded but non-key entry in a beloved Byrne-helmed series. The census shows a healthy population of 92 graded copies, with strong representation at the 9.8 level (50 copies), indicating the book was well preserved by collectors even without landmark first-appearance status. Sales activity is concentrated at the top of the grading scale, where CGC 9.8 copies command a meaningful premium over raw or lower-graded copies, driven by completists pursuing Byrne's full She-Hulk run rather than character-first-appearance speculation.
This issue appeals primarily to Byrne collectors and those assembling complete runs of The Sensational She-Hulk rather than character-specific investors, since no major first appearances occur here. Across grades, the book trades as a solid but unspectacular Copper Age title: raw copies in low and mid grades move cheaply and steadily through back-issue bins and online marketplaces, while pristine 9.8 slabs sustain values disproportionately higher, reflecting the premium collectors place on flawless examples of a fondly remembered creative run.
// Copies in archive
| Unit | Grade | Variant | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECA-008722 | ~9.2 | Direct Edition | AVAILABLE |
| ECA-008724 | ~9.2 | Direct Edition | AVAILABLE |
| ECA-008726 | ~9.2 | Direct Edition | AVAILABLE |
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