Lobo ##1
DC Comics • Lobo Vol. 1
Writer
Keith Giffen and Alan Grant
Interior Artist
Simon Bisley
Cover Artist
Simon Bisley
Publication Date
November 1990
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The first issue of Lobo's premier solo mini-series. The Main Man is hired to hunt down and eliminate his former high school physics teacher turned cosmic menace, Ms. Tribb, resulting in extreme violence and dark humor.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in protective bagging with board. The cover displays vibrant colors and sharp gloss, with minor spine stress and light handling wear visible along the edge. Corners appear relatively sharp with minimal blunting.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated between $10 to $25. Graded CGC 9.8 values can reach up to $80 to $100, while a CGC 9.0 would fetch around $30 to $40.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar VF/NM condition have sold consistently in the $15 to $20 range on online marketplaces.
Grading Recommendation
Given the relatively low raw value, professional grading is generally not recommended unless part of a bulk submission or personal collection, as grading fees would likely exceed the value increase.
Notable Features
First issue of Lobo's very first self-titled prestige-style comic book miniseries featuring iconic painted art by Simon Bisley.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC direct edition indicators present with correct 1990s paper stock, crisp typography, and standard cardstock cover style consistent with the era.