Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane ##115
DC Comics • Superman's Girl Friend, Lois Lane (1958-1974)
Writer
Robert Kanigher
Interior Artist
Werner Roth (pencils), Vince Colletta (inks)
Cover Artist
Werner Roth (pencils), Vince Colletta (inks)
Publication Date
October 1971
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'My Death... by Lois Lane'. Lois Lane appears to be dying and writes her final story. It also includes a backup story featuring Rose and the Thorn titled 'The Thorn Battles the Computer Crooks'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fair/Good (CGC 1.5)
Condition Details
Extensive spine stress and color-breaking creases across left side. Multiple significant cover tears, including a large tear/abrasion on the left edge. Corner blunting and rounding. Visual yellowing/tanning of the cover stock. Visible edge wear and chipping.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10 | Graded: $30 - $40 (grading costs would exceed value)
Recent Sales
Recent low-grade sales for this issue hover around the $5 bin price. High-grade (9.2+) copies can reach $100+, but low-grade copies have minimal market demand.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS services (shipping, handling, and grading fees) is significantly higher than the current value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
Bronze Age DC title; 'Bigger and Better' 25-cent giant issue; features a 'Rose and the Thorn' backup story.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1971 DC production. Features appropriate age-related toning of the newsprint, 25-cent cover price consistent with the 'Giant' era, and standard Bronze Age staple placement.