Wonder Woman ##272
DC Comics • Wonder Woman Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Jose Delbo, Joe Giella
Cover Artist
Ross Andru, Dick Giordano
Publication Date
October 1980
Cover Variant
Regular / Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Wonder Woman begins a new assignment working for the military in Washington D.C. under the name Diana Prince. The issue features a battle against her classic foe, The Cheetah. This issue also contains a back-up story featuring The Huntress (Helena Wayne) called 'Arrival,' where she battles Solomon Grundy.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and small ticks visible along the spine; light corner blunting to upper-right and lower-right; slight bagging waviness suggests potential humidity impact, but book appears flat overall with no major color breaks or surface staining.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 – $15; Graded (9.0+): $45 – $65
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold between $8 and $12 on platforms like eBay. Higher grade (9.4+) copies occasionally fetch $30+.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees and shipping outweighs the current market value for a mid-to-high grade copy of this common back issue.
Notable Features
Features a backup story starring The Huntress; Newsstand copy with barcode (UPC) in the lower left; includes 8 extra pages of content as noted by the banner atop the cover.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1980 DC publication. The newsstand barcode, consistent paper tanning on the edge, and the specific gloss level of the cover stock are characteristic of Copper Age DC comics.