Avengelyne ##1 (Volume 2)
Maximum Press • Avengelyne (1996 Series)
Writer
Robert Napton
Interior Artist
John Stinsman
Cover Artist
Rob Liefeld (Pencils) and Robert Napton (Layout)
Publication Date
July 1996
Cover Variant
Nude Variant (Premium Edition / Virgin Cover)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Follows Avengelyne, a fallen angel who fought in the war against Heaven and now protects humanity from the forces of Hell. This specific issue is part of the second series launched under Rob Liefeld's Maximum Press.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high grade but is currently stored in a loose plastic sleeve rather than a rigid top-loader, which can cause subtle curling. Some light surface scuffing is visible near the bottom left edge under the light. Corners appear relatively sharp through the plastic.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30.00 - $50.00; Graded (9.8): $125.00 - $175.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies of this specific adult/nude variant typically sell between $35 and $60 depending on the exact print run and condition. High-grade slabbed copies have a niche collectors market and sell for significantly more.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate. While the cover is iconic for the era's 'Bad Girl' trend, the value increase only becomes significant at the 9.6 or 9.8 level. A professional clean and press is recommended before grading to remove any minor surface indentations from the storage binder.
Notable Features
Features a 'virgin' cover (no title or logos). This is the 'Nude' variant which was a common marketing tactic for independent publishers in the mid-90s. Characters often associated with this era include Glory and Prophet.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Maximum Press paper stock; the red 'Maximum Press' logo stamp is visible in the lower-left corner signature box, which is a key indicator of authenticity for this specific variant.