Swamp Thing #23.1 (Arcane #1)
DC Comics • Swamp Thing Vol. 5 (The New 52: Villains Month)
Writer
Charles Soule
Interior Artist
Jesús Saíz
Cover Artist
Jesús Saíz
Publication Date
November 2013
Cover Variant
Regular 2D Cover (Standard)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Villains Month' event during the New 52; the story focuses on the origin and dark history of Anton Arcane, the avatar of the Rot and the primary antagonist of Swamp Thing.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible on left edge; slight corner softening on top right; cover gloss remains high; no visible color-breaking creases in photograph; minor edge wear common for modern stock comics.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent sales for raw copies are consistently in the $5 range plus shipping; CGC 9.8 copies have sold for approximately $40 recently.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book for this specific 2D standard edition.
Notable Features
Standard 2D cover edition (not the 3D lenticular variant). Features Anton Arcane and his connection to the Rot.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic first printing with correct barcode (UPC) and trade dress. Typical modern DC paper stock and glossy cover finish visible.