DC COMICS PRESENTS #NO. 54
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents (1978-1986)
Writer
Paul Kupperberg
Interior Artist
Don Newton
Cover Artist
Don Newton and Dick Giordano
Publication Date
February 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (indicated by 'Where the Action Is!' graphic in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman and Green Arrow team up to stop an extraterrestrial threat. The story, titled 'The Negaton Menace!', explores the clash between Oliver Queen's street-level tactics and Superman's cosmic power as they encounter a being made of negative energy.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks with slight color breaks, minor corner blunting on the bottom left and right, small crease at the top right corner, and slight edge wear along the bottom. Overall gloss remains strong.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.0+): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-to-high grade copies range from $4 to $10. High-grade slabbed copies (9.6-9.8) generally sell for $50-$70, though volume is low for this specific issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of the book. It is best kept in a bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Direct Edition copy. Features a team-up between the Man of Steel and the Emerald Archer. It is a common issue from the bronze age of DC comics.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic with correct 1983 cover price ($0.60), appropriate aging on the paper stock, and industry-standard scan-lines and color registration for the era.