Justice Society of America ##1
DC Comics • Justice Society of America Vol. 3
Writer
Geoff Johns
Interior Artist
Dale Eaglesham
Cover Artist
Alex Ross
Publication Date
February 2007
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The Justice Society of America reforms under the guidance of Green Lantern, Flash, and Wildcat to train a new generation of legacy heroes. Key characters featured include Cyclone (Maxine Hunkel) and Damage.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Surfaces appear clean with high gloss and minimal wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$8 in average condition. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $45-$55 range depending on the slab type.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the comic is a guaranteed 9.8 and personal to the collector. The grading fees would likely exceed the immediate market value increase for a 9.2 - 9.4 specimen.
Notable Features
First appearance of Cyclone (Maxine Hunkel), granddaughter of Red Tornado. Iconic cover art by Alex Ross. This is the Direct Edition with UPC barcode present.
Authentication Notes
Consistent with authentic 2007 DC Comics production. Correct logo placement, glossy paper stock, and proper barcode registration for a standard Direct Sales copy.