Justice ##1
Marvel Comics • Justice (New Universe)
Writer
Archie Goodwin
Interior Artist
Geof Isherwood
Cover Artist
Geof Isherwood
Publication Date
November 1986
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Debut issue of Justice as part of Marvel's New Universe line. The story introduces John Tane (Justice), a former DEA agent who receives paranormal powers and acts as an enigmatic vigilante. Unlike the main Marvel Universe, this world was intended to be more realistic.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine+ (CGC 6.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; visible blunting and wear on the top left and bottom right corners; slight edge wear along the spine side; minor surface scuffing visible under lighting.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies range from $1 to $10. High-grade slabbed copies infrequently sell for around $50 due to low demand despite the status of the issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The grading fees (approx $25-$40) would exceed the market value of the comic in this condition. Professional cleaning and pressing would improve aesthetics but not the financial ROI.
Notable Features
First appearance of Justice (John Tane); Premier issue of the series; Newsstand barcode in the bottom left corner; 'New Universe' anniversary branding; No Mark Jewelers insert present in this specific photographed copy.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s newsstand copy. Displays period-accurate paper stock (newsprint) which shows typical light tanning. Staple placement is consistent with standard high-speed manufacturing of the era.