The Savage Dragon ##1
Image Comics • The Savage Dragon Vol. 2
Writer
Erik Larsen
Interior Artist
Erik Larsen
Cover Artist
Erik Larsen
Publication Date
June 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The official ongoing series launch for Image Comics' Savage Dragon, featuring the amnesiac green-skinned fin-headed hero as a Chicago police officer fighting crime and supervillains.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in a protective plastic bag and board, showing sharp corners, crisp edges, and good color gloss with minimal spine stress.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $30, Graded (CGC 9.8): $100 - $150
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar high grade sell consistently around $20 on secondary markets.
Grading Recommendation
Unless part of a bulk submission, grading costs may outweigh the current market value for a 9.2 grade copy, though a 9.8 could yield a modest return.
Notable Features
First official ongoing series issue following the 1992 three-issue miniseries. Iconic cover art by creator Erik Larsen.
Authentication Notes
Standard Image Comics trade dress and logo placement for 1993. No obvious signs of counterfeiting or unauthorized reproduction detected.