Saga #1
Series Title
Saga
Issue Number
#1
Cover Date
March 2012
Release Date
March 14, 2012
Writer(s)
Brian K. Vaughan
Artists
Fiona Staples
Key Significance
"First issue of the acclaimed independent series 'Saga'. Winner of 2013 Eisner and Harvey Awards for Best New Series, and 2013 Hugo Award for Best Graphic Story. Highly sought-after key issue for first appearances and story foundation."
Character Debuts
Publication
Original Price
$2.99
Print Run
~37,641
(First Printing)
Variants
2 Editions
Standard, Diamond Retailer Summit
Market Valuation
Updated 2026Raw / Ungraded
$95 — $150
Est. Average
CGC 9.4
NEAR MINT$145 — $165
Census: ~385
CGC 9.6
NM+$185 — $210
Census: ~1,000
CGC 9.8
GEM MINT$305 — $350
Census: ~3,100
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Data Compiled
March 31, 2026
Market values are estimates based on recent aggregate sales data.