The Weird ##4
DC Comics • The Weird
Writer
Jim Starlin
Interior Artist
Bernie Wrightson
Cover Artist
Bernie Wrightson
Publication Date
July 1988
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The explosive finale of the 4-issue limited series. The alien entity known as The Weird must sacrifice himself to save Earth from his own race, the Macrolatts. This issue features appearances by the Justice League, including Batman, Superman, and Green Lantern (Guy Gardner).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress ticks visible along the left edge, slight blunting of the top right corner, and minor surface wear/scuffing on the cover gloss. The book appears mostly flat but shows standard handling wear for its age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this specific issue typically sell for $5 or less in dollar bins or lots. High-grade slabbed copies rarely exceed $60 due to limited demand for this specific mini-series.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the comic in this condition. It is best kept as a reader copy or in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Art by legendary horror artist Bernie Wrightson; written by Jim Starlin (creator of Thanos); features Justice League guest appearances; no barcode (Direct Edition).
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC copper age stock; correct paper texture and color saturation for the era; features the 'Suggested for Mature Readers' advisory common to this run; staple placement is standard.