Hellblazer #1 CGC 9.8 NM/M WHITE Pages 1st John Constantine Solo Series 1988
Jamie Delano and John Ridgway demonstrate brilliantly that English horror didn't vanish with the fog and gas-lit cobblestones of the Victorian era. Instead, it lives on amongst the litter-haunted shopping malls and vandalized tower-blocks of today, a new horror to suit a new England. Riveting, spine-chilling stuff - Alan Moore.
The character of John Constantine has already been featured in several comic book on-going series, mini-series, television series, as well as in film, both animated and live action. With several other upcoming projects already rumored, it is a safe assertion that John is here to stay and that this comic book is one that most certainly should be featured (and if so desired), prominently displayed within any discerning comic book collection. Hellblazer #1 is a rare and highly sought-after Key issue from the Copper Age, featuring the first solo series of the iconic character John Constantine. It has been professionally graded by Certified Guaranty Company (CGC) with a grade of 9.8 Near Mint/Mint, making it an exceptional addition to any comic book collection. The comic book is a first printing and a first edition, with WHITE Pages and no inscriptions.
The Hellblazer #1 comic book is a must-have for fans of Gothic, supernatural, and horror genres, and those interested in the occult. The comic book is in the English language and intended for viewer discretion. It is a single issue, which features the artist/writer team of Jamie Delano, John Ridgway, and cover artist extraordinaire Dave McKean. This item is perfect for collectors in the Comics & Graphic Novels, Comics, Comic Books & Memorabilia, and Collectibles categories. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a Copper Age classic in truly magnificent condition.This 36 year old comic book has been graded and CGC Certified as 9.8 Near Mint/Mint Condition and as having WHITE Pages the highest CGC grade ever, thus far, awarded for any copy of Hellblazer #1... So condition wise, it simply doesn't get any better than this folks! It was well stored and cared for and eventually, sent out to CGC for certification and subsequent encapsulation to preserve its superb condition (9.8 Near Mint/Mint - WHITE Pages). This book has been encapsulated within a BRAND NEW SLAB just back from CGC!
All photos provided, and the GCG Certification Number included above, are of the actual book that you are purchasing. And if the books are CGC Graded then I will always provide the CGC Certification Number so that you may verify it's validity for yourself and this will also allow you to review Grader's Notes, if any were provided by CGC. Some reflections of my chandelier may appear as white spots upon the book, but by comparing the same areas in different photos you will see that these spots are merely reflections of the aforementioned lighting fixture. Graded books may have scuffs or Newton Rings the'rainbow effect' or'Newton Rings' are a normal occurrence when two different plastics (which have different refractive indexes) are placed together. It's what you sometimes see on a smartphone screen protector or on the edges of an LCD screen.This is a result of the inner sleeve (which holds the book) contacting the hard-plastic outer shell; the two different plastics have different refractive indexes and that sometimes creates a rainbow effect when they come into contact. CGC does not consider'Newton Rings' to be defects. They do not affect the grade or condition of the book in any way, shape or form.
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