The Walking Dead #5 - 1st Print Image Comics 02/04 (CGC 9.8 White Pages)

The Walking Dead #5 — 1st Print — CGC 9.8 — Image Comics (Feb 2004)

Creators: Robert Kirkman (Story), Tony Moore (Cover & Art)

Key Facts:
• Death of Amy — one of the first major emotional turning points in the series.
• Low print run — early Walking Dead issues had extremely limited circulation.
• Black & white creator-owned comic that launched a global phenomenon.
• CGC Certification #1131100005 (verified).
• High-grade survivor — CGC 9.8 (near mint/mint) slab.

Why this is an “Invest in Stories” Key:
The Walking Dead #5 captures the series’ first true heartbreak — the death of Amy — in a run that redefined indie storytelling and inspired one of television’s biggest franchises. Combined with its ultra-low print run and top-grade condition, this issue represents the perfect blend of story impact and collectible scarcity — an ideal “Invest in Stories” modern key.

Grade / Condition:
CGC 9.8 slab — certification #1131100005 — clean case, no cracks, sharp corners, white pages.

Details:
• Publisher: Image Comics
• Release Year: 2004 (February)
• Issue: #5 — 1st Print
• Certification: CGC 9.8 (Cert #1131100005)
• Price: $375

Shipping:
Ships securely in a box with ample protection. Slab is bagged and bubbled. Tracking provided.

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