The Legion of Super-Heroes #No. 301
DC Comics • The Legion of Super-Heroes Vol. 2
Writer
Paul Levitz
Interior Artist
Keith Giffen / Larry Mahlstedt
Cover Artist
Keith Giffen / Larry Mahlstedt
Publication Date
July 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story titled 'Different Dooms.' The issue focuses on several Legionnaires including Chameleon Boy and Element Lad. Chameleon Boy deals with the loss of his powers and his heritage as a Durlan. Includes appearances by White Witch, Shadow Lass, and Timber Wolf.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress ticks along the left edge, slight blunting on the top-left corner, and potential color rub/soiling on the white borders. The image shows the comic in a bag which can hide surface scratches, but minor dimpling is visible near Chameleon Boy's leg.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded copies typically sell for approximately $5 on secondary markets like eBay. CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the range of $50.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The estimated grade is mid-to-high range, and the cost of grading (approx. $25-$35) would exceed the market value of the comic. This is best kept as a 'reader' or raw collector copy.
Notable Features
Features the 2nd appearance of the White Witch (Mysa Nal) as a member of the Legion. Features a unique grid-layout cover by Keith Giffen. Note the 'The New DC' logo in the bottom left, typical for this era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1983 DC publication. Paper stock is standard newsprint which may show interior tanning; cover gloss remains fairly consistent with the era’s direct market distribution. Staples appear original with no signs of tampering.