Wonder Woman #74
DC Comics • Wonder Woman Vol. 2
Writer
William Messner-Loebs
Interior Artist
Lee Moder
Cover Artist
Brian Bolland
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Color (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part one of the 'Spaced Out' storyline. Diana remains in space, encountering various characters at a space station bar, including 'the Boys' featured on the cover. Key characters include Wonder Woman and diverse alien bounty hunters.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0) to Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting on the bottom left and right corners. Notable spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the spine. Slight cover edge wear and minor surface scuffing on the dark inks. The book appears slightly misaligned with the rear issues in the stack.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded 9.8: $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. Prices for this specific issue are stable as it is not currently a high-demand key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of the book in this mid-grade condition. Best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features an iconic cover by Brian Bolland. This issue is part of the post-Crisis on Infinite Earths relaunch of Wonder Woman. Direct Edition indicated by the character graphic in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with standard early 1990s DC copper age production. Correct paper stock, logo placement, and 'Eat the Rich' shirt detail visible. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.