Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt ##1
Dynamite Entertainment • Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt (2019 Vol. 2)
Writer
Kieron Gillen
Interior Artist
Caspar Wijngaard
Cover Artist
Chip Kidd
Publication Date
January 2019
Cover Variant
Variant Cover C (Kidd Design Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A meta-fictional take on the character who originally inspired Ozymandias from Watchmen. Peter Cannon, the smartest man in the world, must save humanity from an alien invasion by his own alternate-universe double. The series heavily utilizes 9-panel grids and deconstructs comic book tropes.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
The cover appears flat with vivid colors and sharp corners. There is very minor blunting on the bottom right corner. Spine looks intact without visible color-breaking ticks from this angle. Small micro-crease possible at top spine edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this specific variant range from $4 to $10. Near Mint sets of the full run often sell for around $20-$25.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the current market value of the book. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
First issue of the Kieron Gillen run. Features a minimalist design variant by legendary graphic designer Chip Kidd. This run is highly acclaimed for its commentary on Watchmen and the history of DC Comics' Charlton characters.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Dynamite Entertainment product. Modern high-gloss cardstock cover, standard digital printing registration, and correctly placed industrial staples. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.