DC Comics Presents #No. 32
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Ross Andru and Dick Giordano
Publication Date
April 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman and Wonder Woman team up in 'The Love-Trap for Superman!' Aphrodite causes Superman and Wonder Woman to fall in love, much to the distress of Lois Lane and Steve Trevor. The issue also includes a Backup story featuring 'Whatever Happened to...?' Mark Merlin and Prince Ra-Man.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks on the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Slight surface wear and vertical indentation/rippling suggested by the light reflection. Some yellowing consistent with age of paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00; Graded (CGC 5.0): $35.00 - $45.00. Note that UK variants generally have lower liquidity than US price versions in the domestic market.
Recent Sales
High-grade US copies (9.6-9.8) sell for $60 - $120. Mid-grade raw copies frequently sell in the $5 - $8 range on eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading fee plus shipping exceeds the current market value for a 5.0-6.0 range UK variant. Keep raw in a Mylar bag with board.
Notable Features
Features the 15p UK Price Variant. Back-up features Mark Merlin and Prince Ra-Man. Iconic cover art depicting Superman and Wonder Woman kissing in front of Lois Lane.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC Bronze Age publication. 15p price tag is correctly aligned for the UK market distribution. Staple placement and cover gloss appear consistent with manufacturing standards of the era.