The Flash ##291
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Don Heck
Cover Artist
Ross Andru and Dick Giordano
Publication Date
November 1980
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Barry Allen (The Flash) battles Sabertooth (a different character from the Marvel villain). This issue also continues the Backup Firestorm feature titled 'Vengeance of the Hyena'. Features appearances by Iris West (in memories/spirit).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks (ticks), corner blunting on the top right, minor surface wear near the bottom edge, and some slight color breaking on the left-hand spine. The right edge shows minor chipping/wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (CGC 9.6+): $50 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically fall in the $5-$12 range depending on condition. High-grade slabbed copies occasionally reach mid-double digits but it is not a high-demand key issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the market value of the comic in this condition. Best kept as a reader copy or for a complete run collection.
Notable Features
Includes 8 extra pages with a Firestorm backup story. This features the villain Sabertooth, a name later made famous by Marvel's Sabretooth. Bronze Age DC appearance. Presence of a UPC barcode indicates the Newsstand distribution version.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1980 DC publication. The paper stock and ink saturation are consistent with the era. Staple placement is correct and no signs of color touches or trimming are evident from the photo.