Wizard: The Comics Magazine #81 (May 1998)
Lot 1541 in KW Consignment shop. Sold by KW Consignment Inc. in Waterloo, ON.
- Price
- $9.00
- Condition
- Condition unknown
- Delivery
- Pickup only for this lot
- Pickup
- Waterloo, ON
- Filed under
- Media > Books
- Finds
- Die-cast, toys and collectibles
- Retail
- $9.00
Description
### Wizard: The Comics Magazine #81 (May 1998)
Featuring Thor, Captain America & Iron Man Cover Art by Jim Lee
_Wizard #81_ captures the peak of late 1990s comic book culture — bold art, major Marvel features, and insider industry commentary that shaped the collector market for decades. This issue includes exclusive interviews, market reports, and previews from the “Heroes Return” era following Marvel’s iconic 1990s relaunch of _Avengers_ titles.
The cover, illustrated by legendary artist Jim Lee, showcases Iron Man, Thor, and Captain America — symbolizing the rebirth of Marvel’s greatest heroes after their dramatic “Heroes Reborn” storyline. Highly collectible among _Wizard Magazine_ enthusiasts and 1990s comic historians.
This copy is in Very Fine (VF) condition — light edge wear, small corner rubs, otherwise clean and bright with intact cover gloss. Bagged and boarded for protection.
Details:
- Material: Comic book magazine (bagged and boarded)
- Publisher: Wizard Press
- Issue: #81 (Cover 1 of 2)
- Release Date: May 1998
- Cover Artist: Jim Lee
- Features: Marvel’s “Heroes Return”; Jim Lee cover; 1990s comic price guides and features
- Dimensions: Approx. 8.25” × 10.75”
- Weight: 1 lb
- Condition: Very Fine (VF)
- HS Code: 4902.99.0000
- Country of Origin: United States
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