James Cameron's Avatar / Briggs Land #FCBD 2017
Dark Horse Comics • Free Comic Book Day 2017 (General Audience)
Writer
Sherri L. Smith; Brian Wood
Interior Artist
Doug Wheatley; Werther Dell'Edera
Cover Artist
Doug Wheatley
Publication Date
May 2017
Cover Variant
Regular (Free Comic Book Day Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Contains a short story titled 'Brother' set in the Avatar universe, acting as a prequel to the first film focusing on Jake Sully's brother. Also contains a preview story for Brian Wood's crime series 'Briggs Land'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the top-right corner. The white UPC/Address box area appears clean, but there is light surface wear consistent with being stored in a box without a bag and board.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold for approximately $5 on secondary markets. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently appear and generally realize low premiums due to high supply of FCBD titles.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the book. While it is the first appearance of Avatar in comics, the high print volume of Free Comic Book Day titles keeps the value low.
Notable Features
First appearance of James Cameron's Avatar in comic book format. Features transition of the Avatar license to Dark Horse Comics.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Free Comic Book Day edition. Features standard glossy paper stock for the era and the 'Free' banner at the top. No counterfeiting concerns known for this modern promotional issue.