Dazzler ##31
Marvel Comics • Dazzler Vol. 1
Writer
Linda Grant
Interior Artist
Geof Isherwood
Cover Artist
Bill Sienkiewicz
Publication Date
March 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spiderman head in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In 'The Last Wave,' Alison Blaire (Dazzler) faces a psychological and mystical challenge involving a cult-like character named Nicholas Brown. This issue is part of the later run of the series where Dazzler's character was being explored through more experimental art styles and mature-themed mystery subplots.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (ticks), particularly on the left edge. Minor blunting on the top-left and bottom-left corners. The white borders show slight signs of aging but remain relatively bright. There appears to be a minor surface ripple on the bottom right edge of the white cover area, though this may be a reflection or slight storage bend.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10 in high grade. Recent eBay sales for mid-to-high grade raw copies average between $4.00 and $7.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees ($25+) exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition. It is a 'dollar bin' era comic unless it is a perfect 9.8 specimen.
Notable Features
Features a cover by legendary artist Bill Sienkiewicz, known for his unique, avant-garde style. Direct Edition copy (characterized by the Spider-Man logo in the bottom-left UPC box).
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s Marvel newsprint and glossy cover stock. The color registration on the masthead and Spider-Man emblem appears consistent with authentic 1984 mass-market printing.