Jemm Son of Saturn ##12
DC Comics • Jemm, Son of Saturn Vol. 1
Writer
Greg Potter
Interior Artist
Gene Colan
Cover Artist
Gene Colan and Bob McLeod
Publication Date
August 1985
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (Logo in UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The finale of the 12-part maxi-series. Jemm defeats Synn on Saturn and says a final, emotional goodbye to his human friend Luther before departing Earth for his home world.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stressors with some color breaking; minor blunting on the bottom right corner; slight edge wear along the top; the green background shows minor surface scuffing common for this ink density.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies frequently sell in the $2-$5 range in dollar bins. High-grade slabbed copies have sold between $45 and $70 depending on the census count.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS submission (approx. $25-$40) significantly exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition. Only recommended if for sentimental reasons.
Notable Features
Conclusion of the Jemm limited series; contains DC 50th Anniversary Logo (1935-1985); character Jemm was originally intended to be Martian Manhunter's cousin but was retooled into a Saturnian.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. Features standard mid-80s glossy cover stock and traditional staple placement. The DC 50th Anniversary logo is sharp and consistent with production standards of 1985.