Aquaman ##1
DC Comics • Aquaman Vol. 1
Writer
Jack Miller
Interior Artist
Nick Cardy
Cover Artist
Nick Cardy
Publication Date
January/February 1962
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The first solo self-titled Aquaman series. Features Aquaman and Aqualad battling giant fire-breathing sea monsters. This issue begins the character's first long-running solo title after years of back-up stories.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
The book is professionally graded as a 2.0. Visible defects common to this grade include heavy wear, significant creasing, spine splitting, and likely a detached inner wrap or cover. The image shows noticeable surface wear and rounded corners.
Estimated Market Value
$600 - $800 (based on CGC 2.0 label)
Recent Sales
CGC 2.0 copies have recently sold in the range of $550 to $750; higher grades such as 4.0 typically reach $1,300+.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded by CGC at 2.0. In this grade, a 'press and clean' is unlikely to yield a significant grade bump due to the presence of structural defects like heavy creasing and possible tears.
Notable Features
First issue of the first Aquaman solo series. Key Silver Age DC book. Notable Nick Cardy cover art.
Authentication Notes
Enclosed in a CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) blue label universal holder, verifying authenticity and grade.