Howard the Duck ##2
Marvel Comics • Howard the Duck Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Gerber
Interior Artist
Frank Brunner
Cover Artist
Frank Brunner
Publication Date
March 1976
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Cry of the Space Turnip!' which introduces the villainous Space Turnip (Arthur Winslow). Howard and Beverly encounter the alien entity in Cleveland. This issue continues the surreal satirical tone established by Gerber.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy wear including severe color-breaking spine stress, blunted corners, surface scuffing in the white areas, a distinct crease on the bottom right corner, and edge wear along the bottom and right margins.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (4.0): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (9.8) sell for over $300, but lower-grade raw copies like this one frequently trade for approximately $10 in local shops or online lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx $25-$40) exceeds the value of the comic in this condition. A press and clean would not fix the color-breaking spine stress.
Notable Features
Second issue of Howard the Duck's first solo series. Frank Brunner cover art. No barcode (Direct Edition) is typical for this era's comics depending on distribution.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1976 copper/bronze age original. Paper oxidation (browning) is visible on the edges consistent with newsprint of that era. Standard staple placement and centering for 1970s Marvel books.