Shaman's Tears ##1
Image Comics • Shaman's Tears Vol. 1
Writer
Mike Grell
Interior Artist
Mike Grell
Cover Artist
Mike Grell
Publication Date
August 1993
Cover Variant
Foil Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Introduces the character Joshua Brand, a Native American man who finds himself caught between two worlds, utilizing ancient mystical powers to protect the environment and fight injustice.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic is bagged and boarded showing slight surface ripples typical of 1990s embossed foil covers. Sharp corners, clean edges, and good spine integrity with minimal to no color-breaking stress lines.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10, Graded (CGC 9.8): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales range from $2 to $5 depending on platform and condition. Graded 9.8 copies sell occasionally around $40.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading as the grading and slab costs would exceed the current market value of the book.
Notable Features
First issue of the series created, written, and illustrated entirely by Mike Grell. Features a distinctive embossed red foil cover on a black background.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with proper foil stamping, Image logo in the top left corner, and standard 1990s paper stock quality.