Great Expectations ##2
First Comics / Berkeley Publishing Group • Classics Illustrated (First Comics Series)
Writer
Charles Dickens (Original), Rick Geary (Adaptation)
Interior Artist
Rick Geary
Cover Artist
Rick Geary
Publication Date
March 1990
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A graphic novel adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic. It follows the life of the orphan Pip as he navigates the complexities of wealth, social class, and his relationships with the eccentric Miss Havisham and her beautiful ward, Estella.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the upper-right and lower-right corners. Minor spine stress lines. Dust shadows and light scuffing on the polybag/outer surface, though the cover beneath appears generally flat. A red circular sticker is visible on the protective sleeve, not the book itself.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00 | Graded: $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for individual issues of the 1990 Classics Illustrated run typically fluctuate between $2 and $10 depending on condition. Complete sets or specific high-grade issues occasionally fetch higher premiums in literature-focused auctions.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading ($25+) exceeds the current market value of this specific issue. It is best kept in its current protective sleeve as a collectible reader copy.
Notable Features
Features the distinct art style of Rick Geary. This 1990 revival series was a prestige format attempt to bring back the classic 1940s-60s 'Classics Illustrated' brand with contemporary artists.
Authentication Notes
Authentic First Comics production. Displays characteristic cardstock cover common for the 1990 prestige format line with the red-and-yellow diamond 'Classics Illustrated' logo.