DC Comics Presents Superman and Green Lantern ##26
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman
Interior Artist
Jim Starlin
Cover Artist
Dick Giordano
Publication Date
October 1980
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The main story features Superman and Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) battling N'Gahn. This issue is most famous for containing a 16-page preview insert that features the first appearance of the New Teen Titans (Raven, Starfire, Cyborg, and the new team lineup). It also includes a Sargon the Sorcerer backup story.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Colors are vibrant and cover gloss appears high, though there is minor edge wear on the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $150 - $250; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $300 - $600
Recent Sales
CGC 9.2 copies have recently sold for approximately $350-$400. Higher grades (9.8) command well over $1,500 due to key first appearance value.
Grading Recommendation
High recommendation for grading. This is a major Bronze Age key. A professional press and clean could likely elevate this from a 9.0 to a 9.4 or higher, significantly increasing market value.
Notable Features
First appearance of the New Teen Titans (Cyborg, Raven, and Starfire). First appearance of the new Robin (Dick Grayson) costume. Major key issue of the 1980s. Newsstand edition confirmed by the absence of a bar code in the UPC box area (common for DC in 1980).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic with correct period-specific '50c' price and 'No. 26 OCT.' numbering. The blue and green ink saturation is consistent with original 1980 DC printings. Staple positioning matches standard production for this series.