Formerly Known as the Justice League ##1
DC Comics • Formerly Known as the Justice League Vol. 1
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis and Keith Giffen
Interior Artist
Kevin Maguire and Joe Rubinstein
Cover Artist
Kevin Maguire
Publication Date
September 2003
Cover Variant
Regular Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The return of the beloved comedic 'Bwah-Ha-Ha' era Justice League International team, featuring Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Fire, Ice, Mary Marvel, Guy Gardner, and Big Barda as they reunite as the 'Super Buddies'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate wear along the spine including minor spine stress ticks, slight corner rounding and blunting at the top and bottom corners, mild yellowing/tanning along the top edge of the back cover and interior page borders, and minor scuffing on the cover gloss.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15. Graded (CGC 9.2-9.4): $40 - $60.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar fine condition generally sell in the $5 to $10 range on eBay and at local comic shops.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading (CGC/CBCS) due to the moderate wear and low current market value, as the cost of grading would exceed the book's total value.
Notable Features
First issue of the fan-favorite 6-issue miniseries reuniting the classic Giffen/DeMatteis/Maguire creative team.
Authentication Notes
Standard 2003 modern age comic book stock with direct edition barcode box, correct ink density, and standard paper quality showing no signs of counterfeiting.