Heathcliff ##12
Marvel Comics (Star Comics imprint) • Heathcliff Vol. 1
Writer
Angelo DeCesare
Interior Artist
Warren Kremer
Cover Artist
George Gately
Publication Date
November 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Heathcliff dresses up as various Marvel superheroes and villains. The issue contains short humor stories featuring the mischievous orange cat and his supporting cast from the comic strip. This specific issue is known for its 'Marvel Universe' border cover.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant corner blunting and rounding on the top right; visible vertical creasing and surface wear on the front cover; slight yellowing/tanning of the cover stock; minor edge wear and a slightly wavy appearance due to polybag storage without a backing board.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $90 - $120
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar low-to-mid grade generally sell for under $10. High-grade copies (9.6+) are scarce but command a premium from crossover Marvel/Star Comics collectors.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25+) exceeds the current market value of the book in this condition (estimated 3.0-4.0 range). A 'press' would not fix the color-breaking spine ticks.
Notable Features
Features a unique 'Marvel Universe' border featuring iconic characters like Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain America, and the X-Men. Newsstand edition confirmed by the UPC barcode in the lower left.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Marvel/Star Comics production. The print registration on the pink 'Heathcliff' logo and the newsstand UPC barcode align with mid-1980s publishing standards.