Hawkman ##4
DC Comics • Hawkman Vol. 2 (1986 Series)
Writer
Tony Isabella
Interior Artist
Richard Howell and Don Heck
Cover Artist
Richard Howell
Publication Date
November 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Hawkman (Katar Hol) and Hawkwoman (Shayera Thal) facing off against the Shadow-Thief. The story continues the duo's adjustment to Earth culture while battling classic Rogues Gallery villains.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (VF/NM) 9.0
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Slight blunting to the upper left corner. Surface wear appears minimal under the bag, but there is possible light edge wear on the right side. Colors remain vibrant with good gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $6; Graded 9.8: $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell in bulk lots for $2-$4 or individually for approximately $5. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently appear and sell for modest premiums.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value for this mid-series copper age issue unless it is a sentimental piece expected to hit a 9.8 grade.
Notable Features
Includes the 'Who Watches the Watchmen?' promotional blurb in the bottom left corner, part of a famous DC marketing campaign for the Watchmen series. Direct Edition indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with 1980s DC production values. Paper stock appears to be standard newsprint/Baxter-hybrid era quality with appropriate aging. The printing registration and staple positioning appear authentic for the period.