Forever People ##5
DC Comics • The Forever People (Vol. 2) / Ten-Issue Mini-Series
Writer
J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Paris Cullins
Cover Artist
Denys Cowan
Publication Date
June 1988
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of a 10-issue revival of Jack Kirby's Fourth World characters. In this issue, titled 'The Return of the Infinity Man!', the Forever People continue their search for their missing protector and face off against the influence of Darkseid.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom left corner. Gloss appears healthy, and registration is solid. Interior pages appear light, but can not be verified from the exterior photo.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 | Graded (9.8): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales average around $5. Graded copies of this specific Copper Age mini-series have low trade volume, usually selling for just above the cost of grading.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The fair market value of this issue does not surpass the cost of grading fees and shipping unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 and intended for a personal collection.
Notable Features
New Format edition (higher quality paper/no ads). Features the Infinity Man. Notable for the early post-Kirby interpretation of the characters in the late 80s.
Authentication Notes
The comic displays typical 'Baxter' style paper aging characteristics of late 80s DC 'New Format' books. Logo placement and price block (US $1.25) are consistent with authentic 1988 printings.