1989 Mirage Studios Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #26 - NM Old Man River

Continue documenting the acclaimed Mirage Studios Volume 1 run with this original 1989 release: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Vol. 1) #26! Written, illustrated, and signed by Rick Veitch ("VEITCH '89"), this issue delivers Part 2 of "The River" trilogy ("The Bottom"). The dynamic front cover art by Rick Veitch features all four Ninja Turtles poised in battle stances radiating against a bright yellow sunburst background, framed by bold red title lettering and publication details ($1.75 US / $2.50 IN CANADA).

Published by Mirage Studios, this issue features a full-bleed back cover design with stylized graphic line art titled "THE RIVER BY RICK VEITCH" in yellow and white text set against a deep maroon backdrop. An essential entry for TMNT Volume 1 completionists, Rick Veitch collectors, and late-80s independent comic book archivists!

Structural & Visual Inspection

• Cover & Spine Condition - NEAR MINT (NM): Original glossy cover preserves rich, vibrant yellow background saturation, deep green turtle skin tones, and bright red title typography with no color fading, surface scuffs, or color-breaking tears. Spine is tight, flat, and square with crisp staple placement and no visible stress lines; corners remain sharp and intact.

• Interior & Back Cover Integrity: Interior newsprint pages remain clean, supple, and un-marred. The back cover featuring Rick Veitch's "The River" graphic layout retains deep maroon background ink density, clear line-art contrast, and square edge margins with no creasing or foxing.

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