The Flash ##3
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 2 (Wally West)
Writer
Mike Baron
Interior Artist
Jackson Guice
Cover Artist
Jackson Guice
Publication Date
August 1987
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Wally West (Flash) battles Kilg%re, an electro-organic extraterrestrial lifeform that has taken over the Salt Lake City power grid. This issue explores the early days of Wally West as the primary Flash following the death of Barry Allen.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible spine ticks along the left edge, some blunting on the bottom left corner, and minor edge wear. Surface appears glossy but shows some slight indentation from the bagging. Possible vertical color-breaking stress line near the center-left spine.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.6+): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-to-high grade typically sell for under $10. High-grade slabbed copies (9.8) have recently sold in the $70-$90 range, while lower grades often fall below the cost of grading.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The comic is not a 'key' issue and current market value in this condition (estimated 7.5) does not justify the costs of shipping and grading fees.
Notable Features
Features the first full appearance of Kilg%re (previously appeared as a non-sentient virus in issue #2). Early Wally West solo series issue. Newsstand UPC variant.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1987 newsstand copy. Proper logo placement, period-accurate price ($1.00), and standard newsstand barcode formatting.