Green Lantern ##40
DC Comics • Green Lantern Vol. 3
Writer
Gerard Jones
Interior Artist
Claude St. Aubin
Cover Artist
Claude St. Aubin
Publication Date
May 1993
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Hal Jordan and Darkstar (Ferrin Colos) encountering a version of Barry Allen (The Flash). Part of the 'Reign of the Supermen' era storylines.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress ticks visible along left edge, slight blunting of bottom right corner, and minor surface wear typical of age. Colors remain vibrant with high gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $10; CGC 9.8: $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for cover price or slightly above in dollar bins; slabbed 9.8 copies have sold in the $50 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading (CGC fees + shipping) exceeds the market value of the comic unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or 9.9, which this copy is not.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with box logo; appearances by The Flash (Barry Allen) and Darkstars.
Authentication Notes
Genuine 1990s DC copper age newsprint/gloss stock; correct $1.25 US cover price and logo placement.