Spring-Heel Jack ##1
Dark Horse Comics • Spring-Heel Jack
Writer
David Hitchcock
Interior Artist
David Hitchcock
Cover Artist
Yiannis Tikaka
Publication Date
April 1991
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A dark, atmospheric reimagining of the Victorian urban legend Spring-Heeled Jack. The story follows a series of gruesome attacks in London and the mystery surrounding the masked figure leaping through the fog. This is an early independent work by David Hitchcock before he became better known for his self-published work.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible including one larger tick near the bottom left corner that breaks color. Top right corner shows slight blunting and a minor 'tip' crease through the polybag. Surface appears glossy but may have minor scuffing typical for the age of Dark Horse stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.0+): $25 - $40
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of issue #1 have ranged from $0.99 (lot inclusion) to $10.00 for high-grade individual copies. Limited demand in the slabbed market.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$50) would exceed the market value of the comic. The grade is likely in the mid-to-high 7s due to spine wear.
Notable Features
First issue of the miniseries; based on 19th-century British folklore; distinctive painted cover art by Yiannis Tikaka.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1991 First Printing from Dark Horse. The color registration, logo font, and paper age-tone are consistent with period-accurate Dark Horse publications. It is currently stored in a standard polybag.