Hawkman ##24
DC Comics • Hawkman Vol. 3
Writer
William Messner-Loebs
Interior Artist
Steve Lieber
Cover Artist
Steve Lieber
Publication Date
September 1995
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 1 of the 'Lion Hunt'. Hawkman (Katar Hol) battles a feral, lion-like adversary. The story continues the 1990s gritty reimagining of the character which introduced the 'Hawk-avatar' concept.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Slight blunting on the top right corner; minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge; faint surface scuffing on the purple background; appears flat with no major creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $5; Graded (9.8): $30 - $45
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies of this era average $2-$6 depending on lot sizing. Graded copies of this specific issue rarely appear at auction due to low demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service (approx $25+) exceeds the market value of the book. It is best kept as a reader copy or in a protective bag and board.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with UPC barcode; features 'Lion Hunt' Part 1 of 2. Interior contains a 4-page 'Power Force' fold-out poster insert.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1995 DC Comics production. Paper stock is standard newsprint/gloss hybrid of the era. UPC barcode correctly identifies the direct market distribution.