DC Comics Presents Superman and Arion Lord of Atlantis ##75
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Paul Kupperberg
Interior Artist
Eduardo Barreto
Cover Artist
Eduardo Barreto
Publication Date
November 1984
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman teams up with Arion, the sorcerer-king of ancient Atlantis, to battle the threat of Chaon (the Lord of Chaos). Arion's soul is at stake, as Superman must fight across different eras/dimensions to prevent a magical catastrophe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Significant color rubbing/scuffing along the right edge of the front cover. Corner blunting on all four corners, particularly the bottom right. Minor surface wear and potential light creasing near the bottom.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.0+): $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $2.00 to $5.00 plus shipping on eBay. high-grade 9.8 copies can reach $60.00+.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading, shipping, and handling far exceed the current market value of this specific issue in its current condition (estimated 6.0 range).
Notable Features
Features Arion, Lord of Atlantis. Direct Edition indicated by the graphic/text in the UPC box (no barcode). Early cover art by Eduardo Barreto.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1980s DC copper-age comic. It shows the correct type of newsprint paper aging and 'The New DC - There's No Stopping Us Now' promotional side banner typical of the era.