The Spectre ##3
DC Comics • The Spectre Vol. 3
Writer
John Ostrander
Interior Artist
Tom Mandrake
Cover Artist
Tom Mandrake
Publication Date
January 1993
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the critically acclaimed John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake run on The Spectre, exploring themes of vengeance, redemption, and the wrath of God through the host Jim Corrigan.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
In a protective bag with a small price sticker on the outer plastic. Minor spine stress, clean edges, sharp corners with very minimal blunting, no major creases or tears visible.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5, Graded: Not economically viable for grading at current market values.
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for 1990s DC copper/modern age issues range from $1 to $5 depending on platform and shipping costs.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The grading and slab fees would far exceed the market value of the comic book.
Notable Features
Part of the celebrated Ostrander/Mandrake creative team run which is heavily praised by fans, featuring trade dress standard for early 90s DC Direct Edition comics.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with standard 1990s coloring, paper stock, and Direct Edition box logo in the upper left corner.