Wonder Woman ##224
DC Comics • Wonder Woman Vol. 1
Writer
Elliot S. Maggin
Interior Artist
José Delbo
Cover Artist
Ernie Chan
Publication Date
July 1976
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC in box identifies this as a newsstand distribution from the mid-70s period)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Flashback story titled 'The Secret of the Swan Maiden.' Wonder Woman goes on trial as Queen Hippolyta declares her a traitor for leaving Paradise Island. Features appearances by various Amazons and a classic 'trial' trope common in Bronze Age Wonder Woman books.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and ticks not breaking color significantly. Minor corner blunting on the bottom left. Gloss is intact but shows some minor surface scuffing on the polybag (rendering the cover underneath slightly obscured). No major creases or color breaks visible on the primary front cover area.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15–$25; Graded (9.0+): $80–$120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $12 and $22. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently appear, typically reaching the $100 mark for 9.4 or higher.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for grading unless sentimental. While the condition is solid (around 7.0-7.5), the cost of grading, shipping, and insurance would likely exceed the immediate market value increase for this specific Bronze Age issue.
Notable Features
Bronze Age DC title featuring 'DC Super-Stars' branding at the top. Ernie Chan cover art. This issue includes a newsstand UPC symbol, which was beginning to appear regularly on DC books around 1976.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1976 DC publication. The paper stock shows natural off-white aging consistent with the era. Ink saturation and 'DC Super-Stars' logo alignment are consistent with factory prints. No signs of reproduction or counterfeiting are present.