{"product_id":"uncanny-x-men-266-1990-cgc-7-0-first-gambit-1","title":"Uncanny X-Men #266 (1990) – CGC 7.0 First Gambit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUncanny X-Men #266 CGC 7.0 – First Full Appearance of Gambit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis pivotal issue of Uncanny X-Men marks the first full appearance of Gambit, a character who would become a cornerstone of the X-Men mythos. Graded at CGC 7.0, this copy is a desirable piece for any serious collector, featuring cream to off-white pages that preserve its historical significance. As a Copper Age key, this issue is not only a must-have for X-Men enthusiasts but also a significant addition for those focusing on character firsts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncanny X-Men\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIssue:\u003c\/strong\u003e #266\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marvel Comics\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper Age\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used – CGC 7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Artist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andy Kubert\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e First full appearance of Gambit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStory Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mystique appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatured Characters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gambit, Mystique\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePage Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream to Off-White Pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4556707007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncanny X-Men #266 is a hinge-point book in the X-Men saga, introducing Gambit, a character whose complex morality and charm quickly made him a fan favourite. This issue's collector gravity is amplified by its Copper Age status, appealing to those who appreciate the nuanced storytelling of Chris Claremont's era. It holds crossover appeal for fans of the X-Men animated series, where Gambit gained even wider recognition, anchoring it as a cornerstone for both character and era collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCreators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chris Claremont\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePencils \/ Cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mike Collins, Andy Kubert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGraded CGC 7.0 with cream to off-white pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures the first full appearance of Gambit, a key character in X-Men lore.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAndy Kubert's cover art captures the dynamic essence of the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEssential for Copper Age collectors and fans of character firsts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong-term appeal due to Gambit's enduring popularity in comics and media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item will be packed securely and shipped with appropriate protection. Collector Cartel takes packaging seriously and uses protective materials suitable for graded slabs and raw keys alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:16px;font-size:11px;color:#999;border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:8px;\"\u003eListed with Simplist by Collector Cartel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector Cartel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59005895016793,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3393\/8777\/files\/2b40ae28664c0743e1d0bf2bfc2eb74b_92248799-9e2f-4b05-949b-972892640f25.jpg?v=1787417957","url":"https:\/\/collectorcartel.co.uk\/products\/uncanny-x-men-266-1990-cgc-7-0-first-gambit-1","provider":"Collector Cartel™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}