Aquaman ##24
DC Comics • Aquaman Vol. 5
Writer
Peter David
Interior Artist
Marty Egeland and Howard M. Shum
Cover Artist
Marty Egeland and Howard M. Shum
Publication Date
September 1996
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Storyline: 'Water War!' Aquaman deals with the fallout of several underwater factions clashing. This era of Aquaman is known for the character having a more rugged look (long hair, beard, and a harpoon hand).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Image shows significant wear, including visible spine stress, corner blunting on the top right, and potential surface creasing or bending on the bottom right. The overall image quality suggests heavy handling and non-flat storage.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2.00 - $5.00; Graded: High-grade (9.8) copies sell for $40.00 - $60.00, but a 4.0 grade is worth roughly $1.00.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in average mid-grade condition sell for under $5.00 in bulk lots or dollar bins.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The comic is a common modern era issue with low market demand in this condition. Grading costs would far exceed the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Features the 1990s harpoon-hand Aquaman design; Direct Edition UPC barcode on the bottom left.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s DC newsprint and glossy cover stock. Colors appear consistent with original production; no indicators of counterfeit for this low-value common issue.