IDENTITY CRISIS ##5 (of 7)
DC Comics • Identity Crisis Vol. 1
Writer
Brad Meltzer
Interior Artist
Rags Morales
Cover Artist
Michael Turner
Publication Date
December 2004
Cover Variant
Regular (Cover A)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A DC crossover event focusing on the murder of Sue Dibny. In this issue, the tension rises as Tim Drake (Robin) discovers his father, Jack Drake, is being targeted by Captain Boomerang, leading to a tragic confrontation.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Light spine stress/ticks visible through polybag, minor corner blunting on top right, potential slight edge wear along the bottom right margin. White cover remains bright with minimal soiling.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically range from $2 to $5 on sites like eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold for approximately $45-$55 depending on shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The modern age (2000s) comic has high supply and relatively low market demand for issue #5. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading would exceed the final market value of the book.
Notable Features
Featured death of Jack Drake and Captain Boomerang (Digger Harkness). Iconic Michael Turner cover art. Direct Edition barcode (UPC) with '00511' numbering.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC publication. Correct paper stock for early 2000s; semi-gloss cover finish is consistent with the era; appropriate 11th issue of the series numbering in the barcode.