Hawkman ##4
DC Comics • Hawkman Vol. 2
Writer
Tony Isabella
Interior Artist
Richard Howell and Don Heck
Cover Artist
Richard Howell
Publication Date
August 1986
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Hawkman (Katar Hol) and Hawkwoman (Shayera Thal). This issue includes a special guest appearance by Zatanna. The story, entitled 'Savage Deception!', involves the Hawks dealing with a biplane attack while on a vacation and cross-over elements related to the 'Legends' event era.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
The comic appears to be in high grade based on the photo. There is minor blunting on the top-right corner. Very slight spine stress is visible upon close inspection. The cover gloss remains high and the color vibrancy is excellent. No visible tears or color-breaking creases are present on the front cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 to $12 | Graded (9.8): $60 to $85
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue typically range from $3 to $10 depending on condition. Verified sales for higher grades (9.6-9.8) range from $50 to $90 over the last year.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading unless it is a sentimental piece or a guaranteed 9.8. The cost of grading exceeds the raw value for most mid-to-high grade copies of this specific issue. A press and clean could bring it to its maximum potential grade.
Notable Features
Guest appearance by Zatanna. Includes a 'Legends will be BIG!!' promotional corner box. Direct Edition copy. Part of the mid-80s post-Crisis relaunch of the character.
Authentication Notes
Authentic DC product from 1986. Direct Edition is indicated by the illustration in the barcode area (corner box). Paper stock is the standard newsprint of the era which shows typical light aging. Ink and staple placement consistent with mid-80s DC manufacturing.