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Emma Frost: The White Queen #1 (1st Print, Joshua Swaby Trade Dress Variant, NM/NM+)
Emma Frost: The White Queen #1 (1st Print, Joshua Swaby Trade Dress Variant, NM/NM+)
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Emma Frost: The White Queen #1 (1st Print, Joshua Swaby Trade Dress Variant, NM/NM+) - VegasComics.com Sales DescriptionInvestment Overview: Emma Frost: The White Queen #1 (2025, Marvel Comics), written by Amy Chu with art by Andrea Di Vito and a striking Joshua Swaby trade dress variant cover, launches a five-issue miniseries exploring Emma Frost’s ruthless past as the Hellfire Club’s White Queen. This Near Mint to Near Mint+ (NM/NM+) 1st print is a collector’s gem, prized for its vibrant cover and speculative potential.
Key Appearances: This issue centers on Emma Frost as the telepathic White Queen, navigating Hellfire Club power struggles with Sebastian Shaw. It introduces a mole-leaking plot to the X-Men, featuring Nightcrawler, Colossus, Wolverine, and Storm, who steal the show with a dynamic double-page splash. New characters Noor, Victor Da Costa, and Tessa Azzedine debut, fueling speculation for future arcs.
Current Fair Market Value (FMV): Raw NM/NM+ copies of the Swaby trade dress variant trade at $12-$22, with CGC 9.8 graded copies at $45-$65, driven by Swaby’s bold art and a print run estimated at 10,000-15,000. Note: Some Swaby variant copies may lack eight central pages, so verify condition.
Projected FMV Trends: Raw NM/NM+ copies could reach $25-$40 and CGC 9.8 copies $70-$100 within 12-18 months, propelled by Emma’s popularity, potential 2026 X-Men media tie-ins (e.g., Marvel Rivals), and SDCC 2025 (July 25-27) buzz. The miniseries’ Hellfire Club focus and Marvel’s female-led X-Men success support growth, though minor condition risks or pacing critiques may temper short-term gains.
Investment Potential: Chu’s scheming narrative, Di Vito’s vibrant art, and Swaby’s eye-catching trade dress cover make this issue a standout. Its role in Marvel’s X-Men resurgence and new character introductions ensure lasting appeal. Secure this NM/NM+ copy at VegasComics.com to invest in a high-demand variant with strong appreciation potential, ideal for X-Men collectors and speculators.
