The Saga of the Swamp Thing #25
DC Comics • The Saga of the Swamp Thing

Toy Category
Comic Book
Year Released
1984
Condition
Near Mint (NM) 9.4. Based on visual inspection: bright colors, sharp corners, and minimal white showing on the spine. No visible creases or color breaks.
Estimated Market Value
US $40.00 - $85.00
Description
A copper-age comic book written by Alan Moore with art by Stephen Bissette and John Totleben. The cover depicts Abby Arcane being pulled into the swamp by a giant mossy hand. This issue features the story 'The Sleep of Reason'.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
US $40.00 - $85.00
Auction Estimate
US $50.00 - $70.00
Toy Identity
Edition Details
First Printing, Newsstand Edition (indicated by price box and UPC/indicia style), manufactured in the USA
Model Number
Volume 2, Number 25
Toy Type
Standard Bronze/Modern Age format, paper-based collectible
Toy Condition
Near Mint (NM) 9.4. Based on visual inspection: bright colors, sharp corners, and minimal white showing on the spine. No visible creases or color breaks.
Packaging Condition
Excellent. Stored in a protective Mylar or poly bag with a backing board, showing no yellowing or external wear on the sleeve.
Rarity & Significance
Highly significant as part of Alan Moore's legendary run on the character, which revolutionized the horror genre in comics. This specific issue is highly collectible for fans of the Moore/Bissette/Totleben era.
Special Features
Includes 'The New DC' branding insert on the cover; features the first appearance of The Demon (Etrigan) in this specific Swamp Thing volume.
Notable Variations
There is a Newsstand edition (shown) and a Direct Market edition; Newsstand variants from this era in high grade are occasionally more sought after due to lower survival rates in pristine condition.