Amazing High Adventure ##2
Marvel Comics • Amazing High Adventure Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Englehart, Jim Owsley, Ann Nocenti
Interior Artist
Marshall Rogers, Paul Smith, Al Williamson
Cover Artist
Carl Potts
Publication Date
September 1984
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An anthology series focused on period-piece adventure stories. Featured stories include 'The Road to Samarkand' and 'The Sword of Sinbad'. Includes a portfolio of art by legendary artists like Bill Sienkiewicz and Mike Mignola.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Very faint surface wear on the yellow-toned background. Colors remain bright and well-registered.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in average condition, with higher-grade copies reaching $12-15. Graded copies of this series are rare in the market as it is not a high-demand key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the book. It is best kept raw in a bag and board.
Notable Features
Includes a distinctive portfolio section featuring early work by Mike Mignola (creator of Hellboy) and Bill Sienkiewicz. Baxter paper stock. Higher cover price ($2.00) for its time.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing. Displays correct $2.00 cover price and Baxter paper sheen. Staple placement is correct for mid-80s Marvel prestige-format books.