Mars Attacks Image ##1
Image Comics • Mars Attacks Image
Writer
Keith Giffen
Interior Artist
Andy Smith
Cover Artist
J. Scott Campbell
Publication Date
December 1996
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A crossover event where the Martians from the Topps trading card series invade the Image Universe. Key characters appearing on the cover include Spawn, Savage Dragon, Gen 13's Fairchild, Shadowhawk, and Pitt.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress/ticks (at least 2-3 color-breaking ones on the upper left), slight blunting on the bottom left corner, and minor surface scuffing on the polybag/case which may hide minor cover defects.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies sold for approximately $10 on eBay; CGC 9.8 copies have trended between $65 and $90 over the last 12 months.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of professional grading (approx. $30-50 per book) exceeds the raw value and the current market cap for mid-to-high grade copies of this specific title.
Notable Features
Crossover between Topps and Image characters; cover art by J. Scott Campbell (creator of Danger Girl and Gen 13), featuring a notable ensemble of 1990s Image heroes.
Authentication Notes
First printing confirmed by the $2.50 price and 'Dec' date on the front corner box. No common counterfeits exist for this specific issue due to its high print run and moderate collectibility.