Jhonen Vasquez's Squee! ##1
Slave Labor Graphics (SLG Publishing) • Squee!
Writer
Jhonen Vasquez
Interior Artist
Jhonen Vasquez
Cover Artist
Jhonen Vasquez
Publication Date
1997
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A spin-off from Johnny the Homicidal Maniac focusng on the traumatized toddler Todd (Squee). The issue follows Squee's daily life involving neglectful parents, terrifying neighbors, and alien abductions.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Very minor spine stress; faint corner blunting on the bottom right; minor color rub on the black field; overall excellent shelf wear for a 90s indie book.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $80 / Graded (9.8): $250 - $400
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for first printings in high grade have trended between $60 and $90; CGC 9.8 copies routinely sell for over $300.
Grading Recommendation
Highly recommended if a 9.8 is attainable. First printings of Squee! #1 are significant keys for fans of Jhonen Vasquez and Invader Zim. A high-grade slab significantly increases liquidity.
Notable Features
First solo series for Squee. First appearance of Pepito the Antichrist. Essential key for indie/goth subculture collectors. Differentiated from later printings by the $2.95 price point.
Authentication Notes
First printing confirmed by the $2.95 US cover price and original SLG logo style. Matte cardstock cover finish is consistent with 1997 production standards.