Sandman Gallery of Dreams ##1
DC Comics (Vertigo) • Sandman Gallery of Dreams
Writer
Neil Gaiman (Introduction)
Interior Artist
Various (including P. Craig Russell, Jill Thompson, Charles Vess, and others)
Cover Artist
Dave McKean
Publication Date
1994
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A prestige format pin-up gallery featuring artwork inspired by Neil Gaiman’s 'The Sandman' series. It includes an introduction by Gaiman and features interpretations of Dream and the Endless by various industry-leading artists.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticking especially visible near the center and lower spine; significant blunting and wear on the upper and lower left corners; minor edge wear and surface scuffing on the dark cover; slight fingerprinting/oil marks visible in high-gloss areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20.00 - $35.00; Graded (9.0+): $80.00 - $120.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $15 and $28. Near Mint copies reach closer to $45-$50. Graded 9.8 copies have historically sold for over $200 in peak Vertigo market cycles.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The visible spine stress and corner wear likely cap the grade at a 6.0-7.0, meaning the cost of grading would exceed the added value for this specific mid-tier collectible.
Notable Features
Prestige format (heavy cardstock cover and high-quality interior pages); features early Vertigo imprint branding; compilation of art from legendary fantasy and comic illustrators.
Authentication Notes
Authentic. Features correct Vertigo logo from the mid-90s, characteristic Dave McKean mixed-media cover art, and standard prestige format binding for the era.