DC Comics Presents: Superman and The Flash ##1
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Martin Pasko
Interior Artist
Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez and Dan Adkins
Cover Artist
Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez and Dan Adkins
Publication Date
August 1978
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition - No UPC / Logo in box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The debut issue of the DC Comics Presents series. Features a classic race/conflict between Superman and the Flash (Barry Allen). To save their respective home cities from being erased from time, the two heroes must race through the time stream.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. Slight blunting on the top and bottom left corners. The cover gloss appears well-preserved with no major creases or structural tears. Top right corner shows slight rounding.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (CGC 9.0+): $120 - $180
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar Mid-to-High grade ranges have recently sold for approximately $35-$45. 9.4 graded copies hover around $200.
Grading Recommendation
Recommended for professional grading only if the owner believes it can reach a 9.4 or higher. A professional press could remove minor dimples and improve the grade to a potential 9.2 or 9.4.
Notable Features
First issue of the long-running DC Comics Presents series. Key Superman/Flash race issue. This is the 'The New DC' variant box version (distributed via Direct Market), which lacks a barcode UPC.
Authentication Notes
The item shows correct logo placement, font rendering for the 35c price point, and appropriate paper aging for late 1970s DC newsprint-style stock. No signs of restoration visible from the cover image.