Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade ##1
Marvel Comics • Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Limited Series
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Bret Blevins
Cover Artist
Bill Sienkiewicz
Publication Date
July 1989
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the official movie adaptation of the 1989 film. This issue covers the 'Young Indy' prologue featuring the theft of the Cross of Coronado and Indy's encounter with the lion on the circus train.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface wear/scuffing on the black ink of the cover. Appears relatively flat with good color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $100 - $130
Recent Sales
Raw newsstand copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for $8-$12. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $110 range.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 candidate. In the current 7.0 condition, the cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book.
Notable Features
Features cover art by legendary artist Bill Sienkiewicz. Newsstand Edition with UPC code. This issue depicts the origin of Indy's scar and his fear of snakes.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Marvel newsstand production. Standard newsprint interior with semi-gloss cover. Correct 1989 price point ($1.00 US) and font weight for the period.