Star Wars: Darth Vader #21 CGC 9.8 — Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant Cover (Chris Sprouse) 1st Cover Appearance Moff Gideon Marvel Comics (2022)

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Star Wars: Darth Vader #21 by Marvel Comics, graded CGC 9.8 (Near Mint/Mint) — Universal Grade. White Pages. CGC Certification #4073471012. Published May 2022. Story by Greg Pak, interior art by Raffaele Ienco, cover art by Chris Sprouse.

This is the Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary Variant Cover by Chris Sprouse — part of the sought-after anniversary variant series celebrating 50 years of Lucasfilm. A key issue for Star Wars collectors: this issue features the first cover appearance of Moff Gideon, bridging the classic Darth Vader title with the expanded Disney+ universe.

The cover art by Chris Sprouse captures the iconic aesthetic of the Lucasfilm 50th Anniversary celebration, making it a standout piece for fans of both the classic Marvel Star Wars run and the modern Disney+ era of Star Wars storytelling.

CGC Slab Condition: Excellent. The slab is structurally sound with no visible cracks, crazing, or yellowing. Label is crisp and properly centered. White pages confirmed. Please review all photos prior to purchase for a complete assessment of slab condition.

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