Lady Death ##1
Chaos! Comics • Lady Death: Between Heaven and Hell
Writer
Brian Pulido
Interior Artist
Steven Hughes
Cover Artist
Adam Hughes
Publication Date
March 1995
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Virgin Art Style Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Between Heaven and Hell' limited series. It explores Hope's transformation into Lady Death and her struggle against its demonic influences while navigating the underworld. This series is a cornerstone of the 1990s 'Bad Girl' comic era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The cover displays vibrant colors and strong gloss. Visible minor spine stress marks (color breaking) and slight blunting on the bottom left corner. Note that the comic is currently stored in a 3-ring binder sleeve, which can cause 'ring indents' or rolling of the spine over time if not handled carefully.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50 | Graded (9.8): $120 - $180
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $35-$45 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have recently fluctuated between $150 and $200 depending on the market demand for Adam Hughes covers.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if it can achieve a 9.8. Based on the visible spine stress and corner wear, it likely falls in the 9.0-9.4 range. A professional Clean and Press could improve the grade, but the cost of grading may exceed the value added for mid-to-high tier grades.
Notable Features
Features an iconic cover by Adam Hughes. Notable for its lack of cover trade dress (virgin-style layout with only the logo). 1st appearance of Vandala. The series is highly sought after by collectors of Hughes art and Chaos! Comics enthusiasts.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic first printing. The paper stock matches mid-90s Chaos! Comics production with high-gloss cover finish. The signature block for Hughes/Jensen '95 is correctly placed and rendered.