DC Comics Presents ##26
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman and Jim Starlin
Interior Artist
Jim Starlin and George Pérez
Cover Artist
Jim Starlin
Publication Date
October 1980
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major DC key featuring the first appearance of the New Teen Titans (Raven, Starfire, Cyborg, Beast Boy, Robin, Wonder Girl, and Kid Flash). The main story features Superman and Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) fighting N'Gassa. It also contains a 16-page preview insert for the New Teen Titans and a Sargon the Sorcerer backup story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks, blunted corners (especially top left and bottom right), significant light reflection across the center making surface wear analysis difficult but suggesting possible scuffing, and visible edge wear on the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $80 - $120; Graded 5.0: $130 - $160; (High-grade potential reaches $400+)
Recent Sales
Raw copies in Mid-grade (5.0-6.0) have recently sold between $90 and $130. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies can exceed $1,000 due to key significance.
Grading Recommendation
While a 5.0 grade is generally on the border of being worth the grading fee, this is a major key issue. A professional 'Press and Clean' might elevate it to a 6.0 or 6.5. Because this is the first appearance of the New Teen Titans, it is recommended for grading to preserve and maximize value.
Notable Features
First appearance of Cyborg (Victor Stone), Starfire (Koriand'r), and Raven (Rachel Roth). First appearance of the New Teen Titans team. Features Jim Starlin cover art. Contains the 16-page bonus insert which is frequently missing in lower-grade/incomplete copies.
Authentication Notes
The presence of the UPC barcode signifies a Newsstand Edition. Gloss remains somewhat visible despite wear. Interior paper from this era is typically off-white to yellowish. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting visible.