Tales of the New Teen Titans ##3
DC Comics • Tales of the New Teen Titans (Mini-series 3 of 4)
Writer
Marv Wolfman
Interior Artist
George Pérez
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
August 1982
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Price box with no UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue focuses on the origin story of Garfield Logan, also known as Changeling (and formerly Beast Boy). It explores his time in Africa, the contraction of the Sakutia disease, and his relationship with his adoptive parents, the Doom Patrol.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; bottom right corner shows slight blunting; minor color chipping along the right vertical edge; slight yellowing/aging on the white background areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $75 - $120
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition typically sell for $8–$12 on auction sites like eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have sold in the $100 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading unless the comic is in pristine (9.8) condition. Based on the visible spine stress, this copy likely falls in the 7.5-8.0 range, where grading fees would exceed the market value increase.
Notable Features
Features the origin of Changeling. Part of the iconic 4-issue mini-series by the legendary Wolfman/Pérez team. This is the Direct Market edition characterized by the logo in the bottom-left UPC box.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1982 original based on the copper-age paper texture, specific ink saturation of the DC logo, and standard staple placement.