Darkhawk ##3
Marvel Comics • Darkhawk Vol. 1
Writer
Danny Fingeroth
Interior Artist
Mike Manley
Cover Artist
Mike Manley
Publication Date
May 1991
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (Barcode visible)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Spider-Man guest stars as he helps the new hero Darkhawk (Chris Powell) face off against the Hobgoblin. This issue continues the early character development of Darkhawk as he learns to control his new powers and amulet.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible price sticker residue or small sticker on the left side near the UPC; minor spine stress marks (ticks); slight blunting on the bottom-left corner; moderate edge wear consistent with age and newsstand distribution.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (9.0+): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 depending on newsstand vs. direct. CGC 9.8 copies have sold between $100-$150, but mid-grade copies like this one hold low monetary premium.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx $30-40) exceed the current market value for a 7.0 newsstand copy. It is better kept as a reader or in a bag/board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Newsstand Edition (barcoded), which is slightly scarcer than the Direct Edition for this era. Features an early appearance of Darkhawk and a guest appearance by Spider-Man and the Hobgoblin.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic with correct period-specific Marvel logo, $1.00 price point, and newsstand UPC barcode. Paper stock appears to be the standard semi-gloss of the early 90s.