The Flash ##302
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 1
Writer
Cary Bates
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
Don Heck
Publication Date
October 1981
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Barry Allen (The Flash) is forced into a confrontation with the Golden Glider, who has captured his heart... literally. Meanwhile, the Firestorm back-up story continues, featuring Ronnie Raymond and Professor Stein.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy spine wear with multiple stress ticks; visible color-breaking creases across the cover; significant blunting on all four corners; minor staining/soiling and ink marks in the bottom left corner near the DC logo; surface wear and minor tears/nicking along the right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $100 - $140
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition consistently sell for under $10 on secondary markets. High-grade slabbed copies show moderate demand due to the era/cover art.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees ($25+) outweighs the market value of the book in this mid-to-lower grade condition.
Notable Features
Features a Firestorm back-up story; Direct Edition (identified by the Superman logo in the UPC box area); Notable 'More New Pages' DC branding from the early 80s expansion.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1981 copper/bronze age comic book. The paper aging (yellowing on edges) and printing registration are consistent with DC manufacturing from this period.