The Savage Dragon ##3
Image Comics • The Savage Dragon Vol. 1 (Miniseries)
Writer
Erik Larsen
Interior Artist
Erik Larsen
Cover Artist
Erik Larsen
Publication Date
December 1992
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the original 3-issue miniseries by Erik Larsen before the ongoing series launched. Features the Savage Dragon battling superpowered threats in Chicago, establishing his role as a gritty police officer.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0) to Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The book is sealed in a protective bag and board, showing very minimal handling wear with sharp corners, good gloss, clean edges, and virtually no spine stress lines visible through the bag.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $5 - $15 USD; Graded CGC 9.2/9.4 estimated around $30 - $50 USD depending on current market fluctuations.
Recent Sales
Recent online sales for this specific issue in high raw condition range typically between $5 and $12.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) as the grading and slab fees would exceed the current market value increase for this specific issue, though it is a great high-grade raw copy for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Part of the original 1992 three-issue introductory miniseries that preceded the long-running ongoing Savage Dragon series by Image Comics.
Authentication Notes
Appears completely authentic with correct Image Comics logo, original cover price ($1.95 US / $2.35 Canada), proper newsprint interior standard for early 90s Image publications, and accurate Erik Larsen signature style cover art.