Secret Origins ##11
DC Comics • Secret Origins Vol. 2
Writer
Roy Thomas, Paul Kupperberg
Interior Artist
Luke McDonnell, Mary Wilshire
Cover Artist
Jerry Ordway
Publication Date
February 1987
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features two distinct origin stories. The first part recounts the origin of the Golden Age Hawkman (Carter Hall), while the second half details the origin of Power Girl (Kara Zor-L), specifically updating her backstory following the events of Crisis on Infinite Earths.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (6.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; visible corner blunting especially on bottom left; shelf wear evident on the bottom edge; slight color loss along the spine; surface scuffing may be present on the dark ink areas of the background.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $50 - $70
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average $5. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $60 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The current estimated grade (6.5-7.0) does not justify the cost of grading fees. This issue is common and only holds significant value at a 9.8 grade.
Notable Features
Post-Crisis origin of Power Girl; Hawkman (Golden Age) focus; 'Who Watches the Watchmen?' promotional blurb in corner box; Direct edition (indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box).
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the standard 1980s Baxter-style/newsprint paper blend and ink saturation levels typical of DC's late 80s production.