Green Lantern Mosaic ##1
DC Comics • Green Lantern Mosaic (1992-1993)
Writer
Gerard Jones
Interior Artist
Cully Hamner
Cover Artist
Cully Hamner
Publication Date
June 1992
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition with Barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
John Stewart is assigned to maintain order on the 'Mosaic' – a patch-work world on Oa consisting of cities from hundreds of different planets kidnapped by a mad Guardian. This issue establishes Stewart's role as the caretaker and primary Green Lantern of this experimental society.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks visible along the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom right corner, and minor surface wear/scuffing on the bottom edge near the barcode. The book appears mostly flat with good color gloss under the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $5-8 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $50 range, though demand is relatively low for this specific title.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $30-40) exceeds the market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8, which this copy likely is not due to visible spine stress.
Notable Features
First issue of the Mosaic solo series; features John Stewart (Green Lantern); Direct Edition barcode in lower left; '1st Issue' flash in upper right; Cully Hamner early DC work.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on standard 1990s DC gloss, paper stock indicators, and the presence of the correct price box ($1.25 US / $1.50 CAN) and barcode formatting.