ADVENTURE COMICS ##469
DC Comics • Adventure Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Paul Levitz (Starman), Len Wein (Plastic Man)
Interior Artist
Steve Ditko (Starman), Joe Staton (Plastic Man)
Cover Artist
Jim Sherman
Publication Date
March 1980
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a dual billing of Starman (Prince Gavyn) and Plastic Man. This issue is significant for featuring the origin story of Prince Gavyn as Starman, written by Paul Levitz with art by the legendary Steve Ditko.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Rounded corners with some blunting at the top right and bottom right. Mild surface wear and minor edge chipping. Some visible creasing on the right-hand side of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5-$12; Graded (9.0+): $35-$60
Recent Sales
Recent ungraded copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold for $6-$10. High-grade (9.6+) slabs fluctuate between $70-$90.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of a mid-grade copy of this specific issue.
Notable Features
Origin of Starman (Prince Gavyn). Newsstand edition with barcode. Interior art by Spider-Man co-creator Steve Ditko.
Authentication Notes
Colors appear consistent with 1980 bronze-age print quality. Paper stock shows typical aging. Proper staple alignment for a DC issue of this era.