the nightly NEWS #2
Image Comics • The Nightly News (2006)
Writer
Jonathan Hickman
Interior Artist
Jonathan Hickman
Cover Artist
Jonathan Hickman
Publication Date
December 2006
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The story explores a cult of individuals who have been victimized by the media and are now engaging in a violent campaign against journalists. Issue #2 continues the recruitment and tactical planning of the group led by The First.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine+ (CGC 8.5)
Condition Details
Multiple spine stress marks (some breaking color), soft blunting on the top-left and bottom-left corners, light surface scuffing on the white area of the cover, and a minor vertical surface indentation visible near the center spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00 / CGC 9.8: $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of early issues of this series have sold for $2.00 to $8.00 depending on condition. High-grade slabbed copies are rarely traded individually for this issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. While Jonathan Hickman has a huge following, this specific issue is not a major key. The cost of grading would exceed the current market value of an 8.5 copy. Only recommended if the owner believes it would hit a 9.8.
Notable Features
Early work by writer/artist Jonathan Hickman; features unique infographic-style art and layout. Includes the 'Tapes, trials, politics, drinks, bombs' tagline.
Authentication Notes
Authentic issue. Glossy cover stock matches mid-2000s Image Comics production standards. Correct logo placement for the first printing.