The Spectre ##8
DC Comics • The Spectre Vol. 3
Writer
John Ostrander
Interior Artist
Tom Mandrake
Cover Artist
Tom Mandrake
Publication Date
July 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the critically acclaimed 1990s run by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake, exploring the supernatural, vengeance, and theological themes centered around Jim Corrigan and the Spectre.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The book appears to be in a protective bag and board, showing very clean edges, sharp corners with minimal blunting, flat cover gloss, and only very minor potential spine stress lines not breaking color.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10, Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for mid-to-high grade raw copies of this issue range between $3 and $8 depending on the platform.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading due to low market value relative to grading costs, unless part of a complete run submission.
Notable Features
Part of the acclaimed Ostrander/Mandrake Vertigo-esque superhero run for DC Comics, featuring striking painted-style or distinctive inked covers.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Comics Direct Edition appearance from 1993 with correct logo box, price variants, and paper stock consistent with the era.