Mister Miracle ##2
DC Comics • Mister Miracle Vol. 2
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Ian Gibson
Cover Artist
Ian Gibson
Publication Date
March 1989
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Subtitled 'American Dreams, American Nightmares,' this issue continues Scott Free's attempts to live a normal suburban life with Big Barda. The story balances superheroics with domestic comedy as Scott deals with mundane household appliances that turn out to be more dangerous than anticipated.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress with color-breaking ticks; light blunting on the top right and bottom right corners; slight waviness near the spine potentially due to storage; color vibrancy remains high with minimal surface rubbing.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.6+): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies are consistently between $2 and $5 plus shipping. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently appear and trade near the cost of grading.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value of the comic is lower than the cost of grading fees (approx. $25-$40). It is a common dollar-bin issue better kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Features Justice League International era humor; contains a 'Suggested for Mature Readers' advisory in the indicia (though not on cover); Direct Edition with UPC barcode and DC logo appearing in the circular badge style of the late 80s.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1989 newsprint publication. The ink saturation and aging of the paper at the edges are consistent with DC's production quality of the era. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.