Brian Lumley Necroscope ##5
Malibu Comics • Necroscope Vol. 1
Writer
Martin Powell (Adapted from Brian Lumley)
Interior Artist
Daerick Gröss Sr.
Cover Artist
Daerick Gröss Sr.
Publication Date
March 1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Adaptation of Brian Lumley's horror/sci-fi novels. This issue continues the story of Harry Keogh, the Necroscope, who can communicate with the dead, as he battles the vampiric Wamphyri. Features the characters Thibor Ferenczy and Boris Dragosani.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (ticks), slight corner blunting on the top and bottom left, minor edge wear on the right side of the cover, and some surface scuffing visible in the black area at the bottom.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $40.00 - $60.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $4 and $7. High-grade slabbed copies for this specific issue are rare on the market due to low demand for grading mid-series Malibu titles.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the comic. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Painted artwork by Daerick Gröss Sr.; part of Malibu’s 'Microscope' imprint; based on the best-selling horror novel series.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1993 Malibu Comics production. The 'M' logo, price point ($2.50), and paper aging are consistent with the era. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are present.