DC Comics Presents Superman and the Guardians of the Universe ##60
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Mike W. Barr
Interior Artist
Keith Pollard
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
August 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman teams up with the Guardians of the Universe and Green Lantern (Hal Jordan). The story, titled 'The Rebirth of the Green Lantern Corps!', involves a conflict where Superman appears to be at odds with the Green Lanterns due to the manipulation of the Guardians.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks along the left edge. Minor blunting on the top-right and bottom-right corners. Some visible surface wear/scuffing on the yellow background. Slight page tanning may be present but not visible from the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.6+): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $4 and $12 on platforms like eBay and MyComicShop.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC/CBCS) would likely exceed the final market value of the comic. It is best kept as a reader copy or in a bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Features the Guardians of the Universe. Direct Market edition (indicated by the 'The New DC... There's No Stopping Us Now' logo in the UPC box). No major first appearances or key deaths.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays standard 1980s DC production materials (newsprint interior, semi-gloss cover). Correct 60-cent price point for the 1983 era. No signs of restoration or reproduction detected.