Adventure Comics presents DIAL H FOR HERO ##486
DC Comics • Adventure Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman / Bob Rozakis
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
October 1981
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story: 'Hell on Earth!'. Features Chris King and Vicky Grant using their mysterious dials to transform into new heroes to save their town. Key characters include fan-created heroes like The Weaver and The Molecule.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks (some breaking color), minor corner blunting, possible slight tanning of the paper, and light cover surface wear consistent with age and storage.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (estimated 6.0): $25 - $35
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in average mid-grade range from $2 to $10. High-grade (9.8) copies can reach $50-$70, but average circulated copies rarely exceed $10.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx $30-$50) would exceed the market value of the comic in this condition. Professional cleaning and pressing would improve shelf appearance but likely not increase value enough to justify the expense.
Notable Features
This era of Dial H for Hero is known for using characters and costumes designed and submitted by readers. Notable because of cover art by legendary artist George Pérez. This copy is the 'Direct Edition' indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box/corner.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be a genuine 1981 bronze age DC comic. Direct Edition logo is standard for the time; paper stock shows appropriate oxidation for its age; staple placement and printing registration appear factory-correct.