Swamp Thing ##37
DC Comics • The Saga of the Swamp Thing Vol. 2
Writer
Alan Moore
Interior Artist
Rick Veitch & John Totleben
Cover Artist
Rick Veitch & John Totleben
Publication Date
June 1985
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major DC Universe milestone featuring 'Growth Patterns'. Swamp Thing encounters a mysterious, trenchcoat-wearing occultist who knows far more than he should. This issue marks the first full appearance of John Constantine (Hellblazer), who leads Swamp Thing on a journey to discover the nature of his existence.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks throughout the left edge; corner blunting particularly on the bottom left and top right; overall surface wear with minor creasing on the right edge; slight cover soiling; newsstand UPC barcode present and intact.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (Ungraded): $150.00 - $225.00 | Graded (CGC 5.0): $250.00 - $325.00. High-grade copies (9.8) can exceed $2,500.00.
Recent Sales
The market for this issue remains extremely strong due to sustained interest in John Constantine. Recent mid-grade raw copies have fluctuated between $150 and $200, while high-grade slabs continue to command premium prices.
Grading Recommendation
While this is a major key issue (1st Constantine), this specific copy shows significant spine wear and corner blunting that may cap the grade at 5.0-6.0. Professional pressing and cleaning might improve it to a 6.0/6.5. Only worth grading for preservation or if the owner wants a guaranteed '1st Appearance' label.
Notable Features
First full appearance of John Constantine; Alan Moore era masterpiece; Iconic green/yellow cover art; Newsstand edition with barcode.
Authentication Notes
The paper stock and age-appropriate toning on the edges appear consistent with mid-1980s DC issues. Printing registration is sharp and typical of this era's Baxter-adjacent newsstand quality.