The Unknown Soldier ##226
DC Comics • The Unknown Soldier
Writer
Bob Haney
Interior Artist
Dick Ayers (pencils), Gerry Talaoc (inks)
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
April 1979
Cover Variant
Regular Edition / Newsstand (indicative by UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Deadliest Predator,' where the Unknown Soldier goes on a mission involving a German U-boat. As a master of disguise and a man with no face, he uses tactical sabotage to prevent the Nazis from controlling the North Atlantic.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks visible along the spine edge. Noticeable blunting and slight rounding of the top-right and bottom-right corners. Surface wear and scuffing visible on the dark areas of the cover art. Mild discoloration on the white borders. Slight edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $12; Graded (9.0+): $45 - $65
Recent Sales
Recent low-mid grade raw copies have sold for $4 to $8. High grade 9.2+ copies fetch a premium but rarely exceed $50 unless slabbed.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The estimated grade of 6.0 and the current market value do not outweigh the cost of grading fees and shipping. Best kept in a fresh bag and board for personal collection.
Notable Features
Bronze Age war comic. Features Joe Kubert cover art. Contains Newsstand UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1979 publication. Paper stock shows appropriate age-related off-white tinting. Ink saturation and printing patterns are consistent with DC's 1970s production standards.