Harbinger ##33
Valiant Comics • Harbinger Vol. 1
Writer
Maurice Fontenot
Interior Artist
Sean Chen
Cover Artist
Sean Chen
Publication Date
September 1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Death of a Renegade' era. This issue guest stars Solar: Man of the Atom. The series follows a group of teenagers with psychic powers (Harbingers) as they go on the run from the Toyo Harada's Harbinger Foundation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Light spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Minor blunting at the top and bottom left corners. The cover retains bright colors and white backgrounds with no significant staining or creasing visible in the photo.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $2 to $5 on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies rarely appear but tend to fetch around $50 depending on market demand for mid-run Valiant books.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic unless it is a guaranteed 9.8. This copy appears to be in the 8.0-9.0 range, making it a better candidate for a bag and board collection.
Notable Features
Features a guest appearance by Solar: Man of the Atom. This issue comes from the later period of the original Valiant run during the Acclaim transition era.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the trade dress (Valiant compass logo), price point of $2.50, and the Sean Chen art style consistent with the mid-90s production quality.