Howard the Duck ##1
Marvel Comics • Howard the Duck: The Movie [Limited Series]
Writer
Danny Fingeroth
Interior Artist
Kyle Baker
Cover Artist
Kyle Baker
Publication Date
December 1986
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Official three-issue comic book adaptation of the 1986 Lucasfilm motion picture 'Howard the Duck'. The story follows Howard after he is transported from Duckworld to Cleveland, Ohio, where he meets Beverly Switzler.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and minor ticks. Slight corner blunting on the bottom right. Minor edge wear along the top cover. Visible vertical ripple/crease through the center likely from bagging or storage pressure.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $3 to $12 depending on condition. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold between $70 and $95.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The market value for this issue is low, and the estimated grade (approx. 8.0) would not cover the costs of grading fees and shipping.
Notable Features
Marvel 25th Anniversary cover border. Adaptation of the first Marvel character to have a major feature film. Features the Spider-Man 25th Anniversary UPC box art.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s newsprint interior with a semi-gloss cover. All trade dress (price, date, logo) matches known first printings. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.