Sebastian O ##1
DC Comics (Vertigo Imprint) • Sebastian O
Writer
Grant Morrison
Interior Artist
Steve Yeowell
Cover Artist
Steve Yeowell
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A three-issue miniseries following Sebastian O, a flamboyant, dandyish assassin in an alternate steampunk Victorian London who is released from prison and seeks revenge against his former club members.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Large orange circular price sticker adhered directly to the front cover left-hand side. Visible shelf wear and slight blunting on lower-left corners. Minor spine stress. Surface scuffing on the black background of the book behind (related item, but affects presentation).
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8. Graded (9.8): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of the complete 3-issue miniseries sell for $10 - $15. Single #1 issues in mid-grade typically sell for under $5 at retail.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book. The presence of a price sticker on the cover significantly lowers the grade and visual appeal unless safely removed by a professional.
Notable Features
First issue of the series. One of the earliest titles published under DC's Vertigo imprint. Notable for its Oscar Wilde-inspired protagonist and 'Steampunk' aesthetic.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1993 publication. Standard gloss cover stock for the era. The price sticker is a common aftermarket alteration from a comic shop.