The Flash ##3
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 2 (1987 Series)
Writer
Mike Baron
Interior Artist
Jackson Guice
Cover Artist
Jackson Guice
Publication Date
August 1987
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Wally West (The Flash) continues to adjust to his new life and powers. In this issue, he faces off against the Kilg%re, an electro-organic extraterrestrial intelligence that can take over mechanical and computerized systems.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
The book displays moderate spine stress with visible color-breaking ticks. There is slight blunting on the bottom-left and top-right corners. The cover surface appears relatively glossly, but there is minor edge wear visible along the bottom and a slight color-break near the 'By Baron' box.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 on eBay; CGC 9.8 copies have recently realized between $45 and $65.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $30-$40 per book) would exceed the market value of an 8.0 copy. Only competitive if the book is a guaranteed 9.8.
Notable Features
Early issue in the Post-Crisis Wally West run; Features second full appearance of Kilg%re (first appeared in issue #2); Direct Edition (empty UPC box).
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1987 copper-age DC comic. The paper stock and printing dots are consistent with DC's output from this era. No signs of restoration or reproduction.