The Gargoyle ##2
Marvel Comics • The Gargoyle Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Mark Badger
Cover Artist
Bernie Wrightson
Publication Date
July 1985
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Second issue of a four-issue limited series spinning out of The Defenders. The story follows Isaac Christians, the man trapped in the Gargoyle's body, as he struggles with his demonic nature and seeks to regain his humanity while facing mystical threats.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Generally sharp corners and bright colors. Visible slight spine stress/ticks. Very minor blunting on top right corner. Flat cover and intact staples. No significant color breaks visible from this distance.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
High-grade raw copies typically sell for under $10. Near Mint 9.8 graded copies occasionally reach $50, but demand is relatively low for this specific issue compared to #1.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the fair market value of the comic. Best kept in a high-quality bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Painted cover art by legendary horror artist Bernie Wrightson. Direct Edition indicated by the Spider-man icon in the UPC box. Limited series branding on the masthead.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel stock. Paper aging appears consistent with 1985 mando-print. Correct price point (75 cents) and barcode representative of the era.