Sword of the Atom ##2
DC Comics • Sword of the Atom (Mini-Series)
Writer
Jan Strnad
Interior Artist
Gil Kane
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
October 1983
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market with DC logo in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 4: 'Life-Size!' Ray Palmer (The Atom) remains trapped in the Brazilian jungle among a race of six-inch tall yellow-skinned aliens known as the Morlaidh. In this issue, he must use his size-changing abilities and newly forged sword to defend against giant jungle predators, including lethal rats.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks visible along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right and bottom left. Slight edge wear and some surface scuffing visible on the dark background areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $45-$55 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceed the current market value of a mid-to-high grade raw copy.
Notable Features
Features the 1980s redesign of The Atom into a barbarian-style hero. Notable for the iconic Gil Kane artwork. Contains the 'The New DC: There's No Stopping Us Now' marketing logo in the UPC area.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s DC newsprint and glossy cover stock appear authentic. Ink saturation and registration match known production standards for 1983.