Justice League ##1
DC Comics • Justice League Vol. 2 (The New 52)
Writer
Geoff Johns
Interior Artist
Jim Lee
Cover Artist
Jim Lee and Scott Williams
Publication Date
October 2011
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue marks the beginning of 'The New 52' era. It features the first meeting of Batman and Green Lantern in the rebooted continuity as they investigate a Parademon and eventually encounter Superman. It establishes the origin of the Justice League and the first appearance of Cyborg in the New 52.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress ticks; slight blunting on the bottom right corner; some surface scuffing visible on the plastic polybag which may or may not affect the comic underneath; general shelf wear around the edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 9.8): $100 - $140; Graded (9.0): $40 - $50
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $20 on eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold between $115 and $135 based on recent auction data.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate. It is a modern key issue, but grading is only financially viable if the comic is likely to receive a 9.8. Based on the visible spine ticks, this copy would likely grade in the 9.0 range, making the cost of grading higher than the value added.
Notable Features
First appearance of the New 52 Justice League; first New 52 appearance of Cyborg; Jim Lee cover art; Direct Edition with UPC barcode present.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic. The 'Direct Sales' barcode (00111) confirms it is the first printing of issue #1. The paper quality and color saturation are consistent with DC's 2011 production standards.