New Triumph Featuring Northguard ##2
Matrix Graphic Series • New Triumph Featuring Northguard (Volume 1)
Writer
Mark Shainblum
Interior Artist
Gabriel Morrissette
Cover Artist
Mark Shainblum and Gabriel Morrissette (attributed)
Publication Date
1984
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the ongoing adventures of Northguard, a Canadian superhero. This issue includes the story 'Target Red, Target Blue' and a backup feature involving The Jam.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5 to 8.0 estimate)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks. Corner blunting on the top and bottom right. Gloss appears inconsistent through the plastic, suggesting some surface wear or minor scuffing. Minor edge wear visible along the top horizontal edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD. Graded (9.8): $100 - $150 USD (limited market demand).
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for approximately $5 to $12 plus shipping. Higher-grade slabbed copies are rare and sell sporadically to Canadian comic enthusiasts.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for grading unless sentimental. The cost of professional grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the current market value of a raw issue in this condition.
Notable Features
Early appearance of the Canadian superhero Northguard. Notable as a significant title in the 1980s Canadian independent comic 'silver age'. Includes a backup story for 'The Jam' by Bernie Mireault.
Authentication Notes
Authentic indie publication from Matrix Graphic Series. The paper stock is typical for 1980s independent Canadian comics, which often used slightly different newsprint or semi-gloss than major US publishers like Marvel.