The Saga of the Swamp Thing ##10
DC Comics • The Saga of the Swamp Thing Vol. 2
Writer
Martin Pasko
Interior Artist
Tom Yeates
Cover Artist
Tom Yeates
Publication Date
February 1983
Cover Variant
Canadian Price Variant / Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Swamp Thing battles Liz Tremayne and Casey Flynn while entangled in a sequence involving the D'Abidjan and the Un-Men. This issue continues the pre-Alan Moore Bronge Age run of the character, focusing on the horror-roots established by Pasko and Yeates.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0 - 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks. Bottom left corner shows slight blunting and white color loss. Some surface scuffing visible through the bag on the lower right area. Edges show minor wear but generally maintain structural integrity.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20 USD | Graded (estimated grade): $45 - $65 USD
Recent Sales
Recent sales for standard editions in mid-to-high grade average $8-$12. Canadian Price Variants (75c) typically command a 20-30% premium among niche variant collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for professional grading. While the Canadian Price Variant adds interest, the current condition (7.0 range) and the issue's status as a non-key make the grading fees roughly equal to or greater than the final market value of the book.
Notable Features
75 Cent Canadian Price Variant (recognizable by the boxed price including 'CANADIAN' text). Features a cover by Tom Yeates. This is a newsstand copy as indicated by the UPC barcode in the bottom left corner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1983 publication. Correct period-accurate 75c/95c dual pricing for the Canadian market. Proper color aging for newsstand paper stock; staple placement appears consistent with DC factory standards from the early 80s.