Stalkers ##1
Marvel Comics (Epic Comics Imprint) • Stalkers Vol. 1
Writer
Chuck Dixon
Interior Artist
Val Mayerik
Cover Artist
Val Mayerik
Publication Date
April 1990
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Set in a dystopian future where crime is legalized as a form of entertainment, 'Stalkers' follows a group of elite, government-sanctioned urban bounty hunters who track down criminals for sport and public spectacle.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress/ticks. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor surface wear/scuffing visible near the top edge. The cover retains good gloss, but minor edge wear is present along the spine side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $2-$5 plus shipping. It is not a high-demand key issue, so market movement is relatively slow.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (CGC/CBCS) exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition. A professional press and clean might improve the grade, but the return on investment remains low.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Stalkers. Published under Marvel's Epic Comics imprint which allowed for more mature content and creator-owned properties. Features the iconic Spider-Man face logo in the UPC box, typical of direct market copies from this era.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic. Printing quality, paper stock, and the specific Epic Comics logo/indicia match the 1990 production standards of the manufacturer.