The Flash #72
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 2 (1987 Series)
Writer
Mark Waid
Interior Artist
Greg LaRocque
Cover Artist
Greg LaRocque
Publication Date
January 1993
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of 'The Return of Barry Allen' storyline. Barry Allen seemingly returns from the dead after his sacrifice in Crisis on Infinite Earths, appearing on Wally West's doorstep. This issue features Wally dealing with the shock of his mentor's return.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0 Range)
Condition Details
Large yellow price sticker adhered directly to the bottom right cover area. Visible heavy creasing and spine stress ticks. Significant corner blunting and edge wear on the right side. Gloss appears dull with surface abrasions.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $6; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60 - $80. In this specific low-grade condition, value is nominal ($1-$2 range).
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for $5-$10. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $70 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading fee vastly exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition, especially with the adhesive sticker damage.
Notable Features
Early Mark Waid run; Prelude to one of the most famous storylines in Flash history ('The Return of Barry Allen'); No UPC barcode (Direct Edition).
Authentication Notes
Standard 1990s DC paper stock; authentic trade dress, logo, and price box. The yellow circular sticker is an aftermarket addition by a retailer.