Deathmate #Black
Image Comics / Valiant Comics • Deathmate
Writer
Brandon Choi and Eric Silvestri
Interior Artist
Marc Silvestri, Brandon Peterson, Brett Booth, J. Scott Campbell
Cover Artist
Marc Silvestri and Scott Williams
Publication Date
September 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Black)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A crossover event between the Image and Valiant universes. The 'Black' issue features the WildC.A.T.s and Union. It focuses on the Weaver and the unification of the two universes after the meeting of Solar and Void.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks, slight corner blunting on the bottom right, and some surface scuffing common to high-gloss dark covers of the era. Bag and board reflections obscure some detail, but no major tears or stains are apparent.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales range from $1 to $10 on eBay. Graded copies often sell for just above the cost of the grading fee due to high print runs and low demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The high production volume and low market value mean the cost of grading will likely exceed the final value unless the book is a guaranteed 9.9 or 10.0.
Notable Features
First appearance of Gen13 (cameo). Includes both Image and Valiant logos on the cover. Notable for being part of the infamous over-printed 90s crossover event.
Authentication Notes
Book appears authentic with correct cardstock cover typical of early Image 'Chromium' era gloss. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.