Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen ##133
DC Comics • Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen Vol. 1
Writer
Jack Kirby
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby and Vince Colletta
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby and Neal Adams
Publication Date
October 1970
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First issue of Jack Kirby's run on Jimmy Olsen. Jimmy is recruited by the Hairies (a group of motorcycle-riding hippies) and encounters the DNA project. This issue marks the beginning of the Fourth World saga in the DC Universe.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some color-breaking ticks. Slight blunting at the lower left corner. Bright orange cover displays well with minimal fading. Minor surface wear visible on the white border areas. Small orange price sticker or mark on the top right next to the 'Code' seal.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $200 - $350 | Graded (8.0): $450 - $600
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (9.0+) have recently sold for over $1,200, while mid-to-high raw copies range between $150 and $400 depending on eye appeal.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, grading is recommended. This is a significant Black Bronze Age key. A professional cleaning and pressing could potentially push this toward a 8.5/9.0 grade, significantly increasing market liquidity and value.
Notable Features
First appearance of the modern Newsboy Legion, the Whiz Wagon, and Intergang (cameo). Key First Jack Kirby work at DC after leaving Marvel. Notable for Neal Adams redrawing Superman's faces to maintain DC's house style at the time.
Authentication Notes
The 15c price point and comic code authority placement are consistent with original 1970 printings. Paper stock appears to show appropriate age-related off-white to white quality.