All-Star Squadron ##39
DC Comics • All-Star Squadron Vol. 1
Writer
Roy Thomas
Interior Artist
Richard Howell
Cover Artist
Arvell Jones and Ricardo Villagrán
Publication Date
November 1984
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Day of the Dead-End' where the All-Star Squadron deals with racial tensions in 1940s Detroit. It spotlights Amazing-Man (Will Everett) in conflict with the villain Real American.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress, slight corner blunting on the bottom right, subtle surface scuffing on the blue border, and minor edge wear. The white background shows some light yellowing consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $4 and $10. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently appear reaching $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value for a mid-grade issue does not justify the grading fees. Only worth grading if it were an absolute 9.8 specimen for a registry set.
Notable Features
Significant for its historical commentary on 1942 race riots. Features Amazing-Man and Real American. Direct Edition with DC logo in place of a barcode UPC.
Authentication Notes
All indicators suggest an authentic 1984 original. Paper stock appears consistent with 'Baxter' or standard newsprint used by DC in the mid-80s, and ink saturation matches the period's production standards.