Adventure Comics (Weird Adventure Comics) #434
DC Comics • Adventure Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Michael Fleisher
Interior Artist
Jim Aparo
Cover Artist
Jim Aparo
Publication Date
August 1974
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features The Spectre in 'The Swami's Night of Terror!' This issue is part of the legendary run by Fleisher and Aparo, known for its intense and often gruesome justice administered by the Spectre.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and wear on the bottom left corner; light surface scuffing; minor edge wear along the top and right margins; slight color fade on the red masthead; staples appear to have minor oxidation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (CGC 5.0): $60 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $25 to $45. High-grade (9.0+) copies fetch over $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in current condition unless sentimental. A professional press and clean might bump the grade slightly, but the cost of grading would likely exceed the immediate market value gain for a 5.0-6.0 range copy.
Notable Features
Part of the Bronze Age 'Bronze Spectre' run which is highly collectible for its dark, gritty art style and storytelling that pushed the boundaries of the Comics Code Authority for its time.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Bronze Age DC production. Standard 20-cent price point with period-correct 'Still Only 20c' burst. Paper stock appears to have expected age-related off-white to cream coloring. 'J-3585' job code visible on the bottom left cover edge.