Blood Syndicate #No. 1
DC Comics / Milestone Media • Blood Syndicate Vol. 1
Writer
Dwayne McDuffie, Ivan Velez Jr.
Interior Artist
Trevor Von Eeden
Cover Artist
Denys Cowan
Publication Date
April 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Storyline: 'America Eats Its Young.' This issue introduces the Blood Syndicate, a group of superhuman gang members who survived the 'Big Bang' gas riot in Dakota City. Notable characters include Wise Son, Tech-9, Masquerade, and Flashback.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks visible along the left edge, slight blunting on the bottom left corner, and minor surface wear typical of a gloss cover from this era. Overall flat and well-preserved.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold for $8 to $12. Graded 9.8 copies have recently settled in the sub-$100 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a high-end 9.8 is guaranteed. Grading costs often exceed the market value of copies in the 9.0-9.4 range for this specific title.
Notable Features
First appearance of the Blood Syndicate. Key title from the initial launch of the Milestone Media imprint. Features the 'First Issue Collector's Item!' banner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic First Printing. Features the standard Milestone and DC logos, correct 1993 pricing ($1.50 US), and standard newsstand-style paper quality for the era.