Who's Who: The Definitive Directory of the DC Universe ##6
DC Comics • Who's Who: The Definitive Directory of the DC Universe (Volume I)
Writer
Len Wein, Marv Wolfman, Robert Greenberger
Interior Artist
Various (including Jack Kirby, George Pérez, Carmine Infantino)
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
August 1985
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
An encyclopedic issue featuring biographies, powers, and histories of DC characters ranging from D to D. Key entries include Darkseid, Deadman, Deathstroke, and Dr. Fate.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress marks, moderate corner blunting especially on the bottom right, slight yellowing/tanning on the white cover borders, and minor surface soiling/fingerprints on the light backdrops.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $4 and $10 on eBay. High-grade graded copies (9.6-9.8) occasionally reach the $50 range but suffer from low liquidity.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading exceeds the current market value of the book. It is a common 'dollar bin' era book unless in absolute 9.8 or 9.9 condition.
Notable Features
Includes a comprehensive listing for Darkseid with art by Jack Kirby and a Dr. Fate entry. Features the iconic 'wrap-around' cover style used throughout the series.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s Copper Age DC publication. Baxter-style paper stock (white to off-white) and standard staple placement appear consistent with production standards of 1985.