Green Arrow: The Wonder Year ##2
DC Comics • Green Arrow: The Wonder Year (Mini-series)
Writer
Mike Grell
Interior Artist
Gray Morrow
Cover Artist
Gray Morrow
Publication Date
March 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part two of a four-issue mini-series. This story serves as an updated origin for Oliver Queen (Green Arrow) following the events of 'The Longbow Hunters,' exploring his early days and psychological motivations.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; visible blunting and wear on top right and bottom right corners; edge wear along the left spine margin; slight surface scuffing visible on the purple border.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $6 / Graded (9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bundles or for $5 individually in mid-to-high grade; 9.8 graded copies have seen limited movement around the $40 mark due to low demand as a non-key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping) significantly exceeds the market value of the book. The estimated grade of 6.0 - 7.0 would not provide a return on investment.
Notable Features
Prestige Format (heavier cardstock cover and higher quality interior paper); features Mike Grell's grounded, gritty take on the character.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC Prestige Format printing from 1993; squared spine (square-bound) and lack of staples are characteristic of this specific format's production.