The Sandman ##61
DC Comics / Vertigo • The Sandman Vol. 1
Writer
Neil Gaiman
Interior Artist
Marc Hempel, D'Israeli
Cover Artist
Dave McKean
Publication Date
July 1994
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Sales Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 5 of 'The Kindly Ones' storyline. Lyta Hall's descent into madness and her search for the Furies (the Eumenides) to take revenge on Morpheus for the death of her son, Daniel.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine / Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight softening of the top-left corner. Surface looks glossy but is obscured by the glare of the polybag. No major color-breaking creases visible in current view.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $8. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $75 range, though demand is lower for non-key issues in this run.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed, as grading fees may exceed the market value of the book. Pressing could improve the grade by removing minor spine ripples.
Notable Features
Features the penultimate story arc of the original Sandman series. Notable Dave McKean multi-media cover art. Mature Readers label on cover.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s Vertigo paper stock. Correct cover price ($1.95) and UPC barcode for Direct Sales. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.