Captain Carrot and His Amazing Zoo Crew! #No. 14
DC Comics • Captain Carrot and His Amazing Zoo Crew! Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Scott Shaw
Cover Artist
Scott Shaw
Publication Date
April 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (indicated by the DC logo/text in the UPC box area)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Guest-starring the Just'a Lotta Animals (JLA parody). Part one of 'Crisis on Earth-C!' featuring the first appearance of the Just'a Lotta Animals. Characters include Super-Squirrel, Batmouse, Wonder Wabbit, The Crash, Green Lambkin, and Aquaduck.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom right corner. Some surface wear and aging (slight tanning) visible on the white cover margins. Top left edge shows slight alignment/cutting wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.0+): $45 - $75
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $12 and $18. Graded 9.6/9.8 copies can fetch upwards of $100, though this copy appears to be in the 7.0-8.0 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for sentimental reasons. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the market value of the book at a 7.0-8.0 grade. A professional 'press and clean' might improve the grade by removing minor indentations, but it is unlikely to reach the 9.8 tier required for significant ROI.
Notable Features
Major Key Issue: First appearance of the Just'a Lotta Animals (Earth-C-Minus). Story is a parody/homage to DC's 'Crisis on Multiple Earths'. Features caricatures of DC editorial staff at the bottom, including Roy Thomas.
Authentication Notes
Colors are vibrant and consistent with 1980s DC newsprint and cover stock. Staple placement appears original. Standard 60-cent price point for the era. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting.