Swamp Thing ##88
DC Comics (Black Label) • Swamp Thing (1982 Series / Saga of the Swamp Thing)
Writer
Rick Veitch
Interior Artist
Michael Zulli, Vince Locke
Cover Artist
Michael Zulli
Publication Date
June 2024 (Facsimile Edition)
Cover Variant
Michael Zulli Foil Variant (Cover B)
Printing
First Printing (of the Facsimile Edition)
Comic Description
A Facsimile Edition of the infamous 'lost' story featuring Swamp Thing meeting Jesus Christ during Time Trek. Originally written by Rick Veitch, DC famously refused to publish it in 1989, leading to Veitch's departure from the title.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint (9.4)
Condition Details
Appears remarkably clean with sharp corners and no visible spine stress. As a modern foil variant, it shows minimal shelf wear, though potential minor surface scuffing common to foil treatments may be present upon closer physical inspection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (9.8): $35.00 - $55.00
Recent Sales
Recent sells for the Michael Zulli Foil Variant range from $4.99 to $9.99 raw. Demand is steady for completionists but limited due to the recent nature of the facsimile release.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless a 9.8 is guaranteed for personal collection. The cost of grading exceeds current market value for raw copies.
Notable Features
This facsimile release finally restores the controversial 'Morning of the Magician' storyline. It features a modern foil treatment and the DC Black Label branding which was not present on original 1989 issues.
Authentication Notes
Distinguishable from original 1980s issues by the 'DC Black Label' logo, the $4.99 USD price point, and the foil cardstock cover material.