Spawn ##40
Image Comics • Spawn (Volume 1)
Writer
Todd McFarlane
Interior Artist
Tony Daniel
Cover Artist
Greg Capullo
Publication Date
January 1996
Cover Variant
Regular Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The storyline follows Al Simmons as he continues to battle his internal demons and external threats. In this issue, the Curse captures Spawn and attempts to perform a dissection on him to understand his hell-born physiology.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and multiple color-breaking spine ticks. Significant blunting on the bottom-right and top-right corners. Surface wear on the cover gloss and minor edge wear along the top.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Ungraded copies in mid-grade typically sell for under $10. Near Mint copies average $15. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $75 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The estimated grade of 5.0-6.0 means the cost of grading would exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Features an iconic cover by Greg Capullo. This issue is part of the long-running series created by Todd McFarlane and is known for its high-detail 90s artwork.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic first printing with the correct '40' numbering and Image Comics logo. The paper stock and ink density are consistent with mid-90s Image production.