1st Issue Special ##1
DC Comics • 1st Issue Special (1975-1976)
Writer
Jack Kirby
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby
Publication Date
April 1975
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance and origin of Atlas. The story follows a young boy whose village is destroyed; he obtains a magical crystal that gives him superhuman strength and growth. He seeks revenge on the king who destroyed his people.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks along the left edge. Slight blunting to corners, particularly the top right. Minor color-breaking creases visible on lower right cover. Visible surface wear/scuffing on the light blue background area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $35; Graded (CGC 6.0): $60 - $85; Graded (CGC 9.8): $400+
Recent Sales
Recent 6.0 - 7.0 raw copies have sold between $25 and $40. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have reached over $450 due to Jack Kirby's popularity.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the book is near-mint (9.6+). At the current estimated 6.0 grade, the cost of grading and shipping may exceed the resulting value increase.
Notable Features
First appearance of Atlas (the Jack Kirby version). Art and story by the legendary Jack Kirby. This series was intended as a 'try-out' title for new characters.
Authentication Notes
Standard Bronze Age DC paper stock and ink quality. The 25-cent price point and '30412' code match the April 1975 printing requirements. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting.