The X-Men #22

Title: The X-Men

Issue Number: #22

Publisher: Marvel Comics

Publication Date: July 1966

Era: Silver Age

Series/Volume: Vol. 1

Writer: Roy Thomas

Artist/Penciler: Werner Roth

Inker: Dick Ayers

Cover Artist: Werner Roth / Dick Ayers

Format: Single Issue Comic Book

Variant/Cover: Regular 12¢ U.S. Edition

Printing: 1st Printing

Key Issue/Notable: “Divided... We Fall!” featuring Count Nefaria and a group of classic Marvel villains including the Eel, Unicorn, Porcupine, Plantman and Scarecrow. This is not generally classified as a key issue.

UPC: None

Comic Grade: VG to VG/FN (4.0–5.0)

Page Quality: Cream to Off-White

Complete: Yes; cover and centerfold are attached at both staples

Condition Notes: Solid Silver Age copy with strong cover color and good overall presentation. There is a noticeable vertical crease running down the center area of both the front and back covers, which is the primary grade-limiting defect. Additional wear includes color-breaking spine stresses, edge and corner wear, small creases and general surface and handling wear. The spine shows moderate wear, particularly around the staple areas and lower-left corner. Both staples remain secure and the centerfold is attached. Interior pages show normal age-related toning.

Scan Note: Images are high-resolution scans of the actual comic. Scanning can exaggerate page toning, surface wear, color variations and other minor imperfections. Colors and paper tones may vary slightly from how the comic looks in person.

Comic Book Grading Guide

Near Mint (NM) 9.2–9.8: An exceptionally well-preserved comic with excellent eye appeal. May have only very minor manufacturing or handling defects.

Very Fine (VF) 7.5–9.0: An attractive, well-preserved comic showing light wear. May have minor spine stress, small corner wear or other minor defects.

Fine (FN) 5.5–7.0: An above-average copy with moderate wear. May have noticeable spine stress, minor creasing, edge or corner wear, and other small defects while remaining complete and attractive.

Very Good (VG) 3.5–5.0: A well-read copy showing noticeable wear. May have creases, spine wear, small tears, discoloration or other defects but remains complete and collectible.

Good (GD) 1.8–3.0: A heavily read copy with significant wear. May have substantial creasing, tears, spine damage, staining, writing or other defects. The comic remains generally complete and readable.

Fair (FR) 1.0–1.5: A heavily worn or damaged comic. May have significant tears, staining, splits, loose or detached components, missing non-story portions or other major defects.

Poor (PR) 0.5: A severely damaged or incomplete comic with major defects that substantially affect its condition and collectibility.

Grading Disclaimer: Grading is based on commonly accepted comic book grading standards. We are not professional graders, but make every effort to provide an accurate and conservative assessment based on the condition of each comic. Grading is subjective and opinions may vary. If you have any questions or concerns about an item, please reach out to us.