The Flash ##263
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 1
Writer
Cary Bates
Interior Artist
Irv Novick and Joe Giella
Cover Artist
Rich Buckler and Jack Abel
Publication Date
July 1978
Cover Variant
Regular/Newsstand Edition (UPC present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Flash's Super-Fast Villainess' involving the Ringmaster and Golden Glider. The issue follows Barry Allen as he is blackmailed into helping his enemies. This era is notable for the Bronze Age development of The Flash's rogues gallery.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible circular stamp or light pencil mark on the mid-upper cover (near the blonde character's head). Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks. Corner blunting at top right and bottom right. Slight surface wear and minor edge chipping on the right side. Cover gloss appears slightly diminished.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (Raw): $10 - $20; Graded (9.0+): $60 - $100. In current 5.0 condition, value is approximately $8 - $12.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $5 to $15. High-grade slabbed copies (9.6) occasionally reach $120+.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of the book in this mid-grade condition. It is a great reader copy or gap-filler for a collection.
Notable Features
Newsstand edition with UPC barcode. Early appearance of Golden Glider (Lisa Snart, sister of Captain Cold). Bronze Age DC 'Bullet' logo.
Authentication Notes
The book appears authentic. Paper aging (off-white) is consistent with 1970s newsprint stock. The 35-cent price point and UPC placement are correct for this 1978 release.