Shi: Shiseiji ##1
Crusade Fine Arts, Ltd. • Shi: Shiseiji
Writer
Billy Tucci
Interior Artist
Billy Tucci
Cover Artist
Billy Tucci
Publication Date
1997
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Standard Cardstock)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A spin-off from the main Shi series. Shiseiji (the illegitimate child) follows Ana Ishikawa, the Japanese-American warrior known as Shi, as she deals with her family's complex history and the conflict between her dual heritages.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible through the bag, some minor blunting on the bottom-left corner, surface scuffing visible on the plastic which may or may not affect the cover gloss. The book appears mostly flat but the polybag is loose, causing slight edge-wear potential.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies on auction platforms have sold between $3 and $15 depending on condition. High-grade slabbed copies occasionally reach $55.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service ($25+) outweighs the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or 9.9 candidate, which this specimen is likely not due to visible spine wear.
Notable Features
Features the lead character Ana Ishikawa; Billy Tucci signature art style; characteristic 90s independent 'bad girl' art aesthetic; first issue of the Shiseiji mini-series.
Authentication Notes
The book displays correct Crusade Comics logo placement, price point ($2.95), and Billy Tucci's signature in the bottom-right corner. It is housed in what appears to be a standard non-mylar polybag which is the typical distribution method for this era.