Watchmen ##2
DC Comics • Watchmen (Vol. 1)
Writer
Alan Moore
Interior Artist
Dave Gibbons
Cover Artist
Dave Gibbons
Publication Date
October 1986
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Absence of Friends: The story explores the Comedian's funeral and his past, including his time with the Minutemen and his actions in Vietnam. Key characters include Edward Blake (The Comedian), Doctor Manhattan, and Silk Spectre.
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 top right corner, and minor edge wear on the bottom left. The cover retains high gloss and vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $25 - $40; Graded (9.0-9.4): $80 - $120; Graded (9.8): $350+
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade recently sold for $30. CGC 9.8 copies have seen recent sales between $350 and $450.
Grading Recommendation
Consider grading if it appears to be a 9.6 or higher after a professional press and clean. At the current estimated 9.0, the cost of grading may outweigh the value increase unless for personal preservation.
Notable Features
Second issue of the seminal 12-part series; features flashback history of The Comedian; Iconic graveyard statue cover by Dave Gibbons.
Authentication Notes
Authentic first printing identifiable by the $1.50 cover price and the absence of a bar code typical of DC's direct market distribution in 1986.