Alice in Wonderland ##1
Zenescope Entertainment • Alice in Wonderland (2012 Series)
Writer
Raven Gregory
Interior Artist
Robert Gill
Cover Artist
Artgerm (Stanley Lau)
Publication Date
January 2012
Cover Variant
Artgerm Virgin Variant (Cover J/Retailer Exclusive Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The storyline serves as a dark re-imagining of Lewis Carroll's classic. It follows Alice Liddle as she returns to Wonderland, which is depicted as a realm of madness and horror rather than a whimsical fantasy world. This issue sets the stage for Alice's descent into insanity.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Appears to be in high-grade condition through the polybag/sleeve. Corners look sharp and the spine shows no immediate color-breaking stress markers. Minor surface scuffing on the bag itself should not be confused with the comic surface. Only a professional out-of-bag inspection can confirm a 9.6 or 9.8.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50 | CGC 9.8 Graded: $100 - $150
Recent Sales
Raw copies of this specific Artgerm variant have recently sold between $35 and $45. High-grade graded copies (9.8) fluctuate around the $125 mark depending on the market for Artgerm collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading only if a 9.8 grade is guaranteed. The 'Virgin' aspect makes it highly collectible for fans of Stanley Lau (Artgerm). A professional Clean and Press is recommended before submission to maximize the grade to 9.8.
Notable Features
Features highly sought-after cover art by Stanley Lau (Artgerm). This is the 'Virgin' variant, meaning it lacks all trade dress (titles, issue numbers, and barcodes) to showcase the full artwork of Alice's dual nature.
Authentication Notes
The high-gloss finish and cardstock-like paper quality are consistent with Zenescope's premium variant offerings from this era. The alignment of the 'split' image is centered correctly, suggesting an authentic first press.