Blood Syndicate ##17
DC Comics / Milestone Media • Blood Syndicate Vol. 1
Writer
Ivan Velez Jr.
Interior Artist
Chris Cross
Cover Artist
Chris Cross
Publication Date
August 1994
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 7 of the 'Worlds Collide' crossover event between the Milestone Universe and the DC Universe. The Blood Syndicate faces off against Rift, a cosmic entity threatening to merge the two realities. The cover hook 'In this issue everybody dies!' refers to the reality-warping stakes of the event.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and wear on the top left and bottom left corners; possible vertical color rub or tanning along the right edge; slight surface wear on the yellow 'Worlds Collide' banner.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots or individually for under $10. High-grade slabbed copies are infrequent due to the issue's commonality and low demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value of the book in this condition. Better kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Worlds Collide crossover tie-in; features Milestone Media characters; Direct Edition with barcode present; features characters like Wise Son, Masquerade, and Flashback.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1994 copper age comic. Paper stock exhibits typical aging for Milestone books; staples are intact but show age; standard gloss levels for the period.