Dragonring #No. 2
Aircel Publishing Ltd. • Dragonring (Aircel)
Writer
Barry Blair
Interior Artist
Barry Blair
Cover Artist
Barry Blair
Publication Date
1986
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Dragonring is a fantasy/martial arts series created by Barry Blair. The story follows a young woman named Kieri who finds herself transported to a magical realm via a mysterious ring, encountering strange creatures and martial arts adversaries. This issue continues the early world-building of the Aircel universe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the bottom right corner showing color loss. Several spine stress marks/ticks. Minor edge wear along the bottom. Slight surface scuffing on the black ink of the cover. Centering is slightly off to the left.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00 / Graded (9.8): Approximately $50.00 - $70.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for under $10. Low demand for middle-grade issues of this title. High-grade slabbed copies are rarely seen in the market due to low valuation.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the book, especially in its current 5.0-6.0 estimated raw condition.
Notable Features
Early series from the independent Canadian publisher Aircel; features the signature 'elf-style' art of Barry Blair.
Authentication Notes
The book displays standard mid-1980s independent publisher paper stock and print quality. Staple placement and cover gloss are consistent with Aircel 1986 production standards.