Martian Manhunter #1
DC Comics • Martian Manhunter Vol. 2 (1998)
Writer
John Ostrander
Interior Artist
Tom Mandrake
Cover Artist
Tom Mandrake
Publication Date
October 1998
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Launch of a new ongoing series following Martian Manhunter's prominent role in Grant Morrison's JLA. The story explores J'onn J'onzz's lonely existence on Earth and his past on Mars. Reintroduces his brother, Ma'alefa'ak (Malefic), as a primary antagonist.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good+ (CGC 4.5)
Condition Details
Moderate wear visible: Significant vertical color-breaking crease running through the left side of the character's face; visible spine stress/ticks; blunting at the top and bottom corners; minor edge wear on the right side; slight surface scuffing/gloss loss on the black backgrounds.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1 - $5; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60. Current condition value is minimal.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition often sell in dollar bins or for approximately $3. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have stabilized around $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The visible heavy creasing on the cover significantly lowers the grade below a point where the cost of grading is recoverable through resale.
Notable Features
First issue of the 1998 solo series; Features the first full appearance of Malefic (Ma'alefa'ak), J'onn's twin brother and the creator of Hronmeer's Curse; Direct Sales edition with barcode.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s DC stock. Glossy cover with standard staples and paper stock consistent with DC's late 90s manufacturing.