Green Lantern Mosaic ##9
DC Comics • Green Lantern Mosaic (1992-1993)
Writer
Gerard Jones
Interior Artist
Jim Balent
Cover Artist
Jim Balent
Publication Date
February 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A holiday-themed issue titled 'The Gift' featuring John Stewart. John Stewart attempts to bring the spirit of Christmas to the diverse and often clashing alien races living within the Mosaic world on Oa. Features appearances by the various 'Mosaic' citizens like the Evergreen and the Toad-men.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks that do not appear to break color significantly. Slight corner softening on the bottom left. Minimal surface wear and flat cover registration. Overall well-preserved for a non-bagged/boarded copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2.00 - $5.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this issue typically range from $1.00 to $5.00 as part of bulk lots or individual 'dollar bin' sales. 9.8 graded copies rarely appear at auction as grading costs exceed the comic's value.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the book. It is best kept as a reading copy or for a complete series run.
Notable Features
Christmas/Holiday themed cover. Direct Edition indicated by the 'Strike Through' barcode replacement box featuring the DC logo and Mosaic branding. Part of the cult-classic Gerard Jones run that focused on the sociology of alien integration.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s DC stock. Colors are vibrant with appropriate satin-style gloss for the era. Standard two-staple binding appears tight and original. Comic features standard low-distribution numbers compared to the main Green Lantern title of the same era.