Wizard: The Guide to Comics ##32
Wizard Entertainment • Wizard: The Guide to Comics (Volume 1)
Writer
Various (Editorial Staff)
Interior Artist
Various
Cover Artist
Frank Miller
Publication Date
April 1994
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Standard Foil)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a cover story on the Spawn/Batman crossover. Includes a jam interview with McFarlane, Miller, Janson, Grant, Moench, and Dixon. Features articles on Superman's 'Return of Doomsday' and Fabian Nicieza on Marvel and Teen Heroes.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The magazine appears to be in its original polybag. Minor edge wear and slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Spine shows very few color-breaking stress lines. Overall gloss is high, protected by the original plastic packaging.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $20.00; Graded: $60.00 - $100.00 (depending on inclusion of cards/inserts)
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade copies still in the original polybag range from $12 to $25. CGC 9.8 copies have sold for approximately $110 - $140.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless sentimental or attempting for a 9.8/9.9. The cost of grading usually exceeds the market value of the magazine. If grading, must be sent in the polybag to guarantee 'unopened' status of inserts.
Notable Features
Includes a Spawn/Batman poster and a Chromium WildC.A.T.s card. Iconic Frank Miller Batman cover. Notable for coverage of the 90s comic boom peaks (Spawn, Image Comics, DC's Zero Hour).
Authentication Notes
Authentic original 1994 publication. Gold foil lettering is sharp and reflective. Polybag features the specific promotional text typical of the era.