Secret Origins ##23
DC Comics • Secret Origins Vol. 2 (1986-1990)
Writer
Rick Veitch, Todd Klein
Interior Artist
Brett Ewins, Alston Chase
Cover Artist
Rick Veitch
Publication Date
February 1988
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition with Watchmen ad corner box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the Millennium tie-in event (Week 6). This issue reveals the origins of the Floronic Man (Jason Woodrue) and the Guardians of the Universe. It explores Woodrue's connection to the Green and his transformation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible, slight corner softening on the top left, minor edge wear along the top, and light surface scuffing on the dark areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (Ungraded): $5 - $10 / Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition sold for approximately $6.00 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have historically sold in the $45 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission (approx. $25-$40) exceeds the market value of the comic in predicted condition. Only recommended if it were a flawless 9.8 and of personal sentimental value.
Notable Features
Includes 'Who Watches the Watchmen?' promotional corner box. Origin of Floronic Man is significant for Swamp Thing fans. Millennium tie-in banner.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC direct edition. Standard late 80s glossy cover stock with newsprint interiors. Staple placement and 'DC Bullet' logo are consistent with late 80s manufacturing.