The Outsiders ##9
DC Comics • The Outsiders Vol. 1
Writer
Mike W. Barr
Interior Artist
Jim Aparo
Cover Artist
Jim Aparo
Publication Date
July 1986
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story titled 'Look on the Bright Side!' features Black Lightning attempting to save his ex-wife, Lynn Stewart, from a group of terrorists while the rest of the Outsiders deal with internal tension.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight corner blunting on the top right. Cover gloss remains high with minimal surface wear. Colors are vibrant with no visible fading.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar condition have sold for between $3 and $8. CGC 9.8 copies occasionally reach $55 on auction sites.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Features Black Lightning in a solo-focused mission. Jim Aparo cover and interior art. Direct edition copy (noted by the absence of a barcode).
Authentication Notes
Standard Baxter paper stock used during this era of DC Comics. Staples are original and centered. Color registration and ink density are consistent with 1986 publishing standards.