Suicide Squad King Shark Special Edition ##1 (Free Comic Book Day)
DC Comics • Suicide Squad King Shark Special Edition
Writer
Tim Seeley, Brian Azzarello
Interior Artist
Scott Kolins, Alex Maleev
Cover Artist
Trevor Hairsine
Publication Date
October 2021
Cover Variant
Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A promotional issue released for Free Comic Book Day 2021. It features a lead story spotlighting King Shark as he prepares for the 'Wild Games' and includes a preview of the series 'Suicide Squad: Get Joker!' by Brian Azzarello and Alex Maleev.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (NM) 9.4
Condition Details
The book appears to be in excellent condition with a flat cover and sharp corners. There is a very slight hint of blunting on the bottom right corner and minor edge wear consistent with mass distribution in a box, but no color-breaking creases or significant spine ticks are visible.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1.00 - $3.00 / Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales show this issue consistently selling for $1.00 to $2.00 at retail or in bulk lots. Graded copies (9.8) occasionally sell for the cost of grading plus a small premium ($40 range).
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a promotional giveaway with high print volume.
Notable Features
Includes a first look at Suicide Squad: Get Joker!; Promotional FCBD giveaway; King Shark movie tie-in era; features an blank ad space on the bottom right for local comic shop stamps.
Authentication Notes
Authentic FCBD issue. Note the thin paper stock common for free promotional issues and the specific 'FREE' circle in place of a price on the top left.