Howard the Duck ##32
Marvel Comics • Howard the Duck Vol. 1
Writer
Bill Mantlo
Interior Artist
Gene Colan (Pencils), Robert Campiti (Inks)
Cover Artist
Jack Abel (Pencils), Vince Colletta (Inks)
Publication Date
January 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Spider-Man head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Howard returns to his own series after a hiatus. He faces off against the Gopher (Curtis Cracker) who has kidnapped Beverly Switzler. Features Howard the Duck and Beverly Switzler.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minor color rub on the black areas of the upper cover. Overall flat and clean with good color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell between $4 and $12 USD on platforms like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading/shipping typically exceed the market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This is a common copper-age issue.
Notable Features
This issue marked the revival of the Howard the Duck ongoing series after a several-year cancellation. Features the Spider-Man 25th Anniversary logo in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1986 Marvel Direct Edition. Correct 'M' price box for the period, paper stock is standard newsprint with expected age-toning, and the Spider-Man corner icon is consistent with direct market distribution of the era.