Angela/Glory ##1
Image Comics • Angela/Glory #1
Writer
Jeph Loeb
Interior Artist
Roger Cruz
Cover Artist
Roger Cruz
Publication Date
June 1996
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A three-issue crossover event written by Jeph Loeb. The story unites the angel Angela (from the Spawn universe) and the half-Amazon/half-demon Glory. They battle various cosmic and demonic entities across their respective realms.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress with minor color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom left corner. Overall cover gloss appears high and surface is flat.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales consistently fall between $1 and $10. CGC 9.8 copies have sold for approximately $50 within the last 12 months.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx $30-$40) exceeds the market value for all but high 9.8 specimens. A professional cleaning and press might improve the grade to 9.2 or 9.4 at most.
Notable Features
First issue of the crossover series. Features the character Angela, who was later famously legally acquired by Marvel Comics from Neil Gaiman. Includes a Direct Sales logo with a barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic mid-90s Image product. High-gloss cover stock and staple placement appear consistent with 1996 mass production. Digital color registration is crisp.