DC Comics Presents #26 ##26
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman (main), Jim Starlin (backup)
Interior Artist
Jim Starlin, Steve Mitchell, George Pérez
Cover Artist
Jim Starlin
Publication Date
October 1980
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition/UPC-less)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Superman and Green Lantern in 'Between Friend and Foe.' However, this issue is legendary for the 16-page bonus insert preview of 'The New Teen Titans.'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Professionally graded at 9.0; white pages. Minor spine stress visible on the left edge and slight corner wear. Surface gloss appears well-preserved.
Estimated Market Value
$350 - $450 USD (CGC 9.0 Graded)
Recent Sales
Recent 9.0 graded copies have sold in the range of $375 to $425; 9.4 copies often exceed $600.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded by CGC as 9.0. A 'Press and Re-submit' could potentially remove minor spine ticks to aim for a 9.2, but 9.0 is a solid grade for this Bronze Age key.
Notable Features
First appearances of Cyborg (Victor Stone), Starfire (Koriand'r), and Raven. Also contains the first appearance of the New Teen Titans team and Grant Emerson (Damage) in cameo as a child.
Authentication Notes
Authenticated by CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) with a Universal Blue Label; serial number 3953188001. No signs of tampering with the holder.