SHADOWMAN ##1
Valiant Comics • Shadowman Vol. 5
Writer
Andy Diggle
Interior Artist
Stephen Segovia
Cover Artist
Tonci Zonjic
Publication Date
March 2018
Cover Variant
Regular/Cover A
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Jack Boniface, the protector of New Orleans, returns from the Deadside to reclaim the Shadowman loa. The story follows his attempt to atone for past actions while dealing with new supernatural threats in the Valiant Universe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress visible including a few small white color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting on the bottom left corner. Surface appears glossy but shows slight fingerprints or handling marks. Edges show very light white rubbing or shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of the A cover have sold between $1 and $5 on eBay. Graded copies are infrequent due to high supply and relatively low demand for this specific volume.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book. The visible spine ticks would likely prevent a 9.8 grade, which is the only grade that would maintain value.
Notable Features
Relaunch of the Shadowman series. Features the regular Cover A by Tonci Zonjic. Modern trade dress with Valiant logo in the bottom right corner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic modern comic. Features standard glossy cardstock-style cover common for 2018 Valiant releases. Ink saturation and registration are consistent with industrial offset printing.