Frank Miller's Ronin #Book Two
DC Comics • Ronin (1983-1984)
Writer
Frank Miller
Interior Artist
Frank Miller
Cover Artist
Frank Miller
Publication Date
August 1983
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A ronin from feudal Japan is reincarnated in a dystopian future New York City. In this second issue, the Ronin continues to navigate the strange technological world while being pursued by the demon Agat.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible on the black border; some corner blunting on the top left; slight edge wear along the right side; appears to be in a protective bag which makes assessing surface gloss difficult.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$10; Graded (9.8): $60-$80
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in mixed lots; high-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold between $65 and $95 depending on the market.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) likely exceeds the final market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8, which this copy's visible spine stress prevents.
Notable Features
This series was notable for its 'Baxter Paper' (high-quality offset paper), no ads, and experimental storytelling that brought manga influences to Western comics.
Authentication Notes
The high-quality cardstock cover and distinctive Baxter paper interior of the 1983 original are consistent with the image. No known counterfeits exist.