Swamp Thing ##2
DC Comics • Swamp Thing Vol. 1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Bernie Wrightson
Cover Artist
Bernie Wrightson
Publication Date
January 1973
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the continuing origin and early adventures of Alec Holland as the Swamp Thing, battling monsters and villains in the gothic horror tradition established by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Obvious wear, potential spine stress, corner blunting, possible price sticker or mark on cover, encased in plastic wrapping causing surface reflections making precise grading difficult.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated around $40 - $80 depending on exact defects; Graded CGC 4.0 value typically ranges from $75 to $120.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade Swamp Thing #2 vary widely based on exact condition, averaging around $80 for VG copies.
Grading Recommendation
Given the classic Bernie Wrightson cover and Bronze Age key status, professional grading is worth considering only if the book cleans up to a Fine (6.0) or higher after removing the plastic and evaluating interior pages.
Notable Features
Early Bronze Age horror key featuring iconic cover art and interior artwork by master horror artist Bernie Wrightson.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic vintage copy based on the 20-cent cover price, traditional newsprint feel (obscured by plastic), and correct color separation, though inspection outside of packaging is required for absolute verification.