Villains United ##1
DC Comics • Villains United
Writer
Gail Simone
Interior Artist
Dale Eaglesham
Cover Artist
J.G. Jones
Publication Date
July 2005
Cover Variant
Regular Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Secret Society of Super Villains is forming, and Lex Luthor wants everyone in. Everyone except Scandal Savage, Catman, and a few others who form a counter-group known as the Secret Six to oppose them.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Cover is stored inside a plastic bag and board which obscures micro-defects, but noticeable corner blunting, potential minor spine stress, and general handling wear are evident on the outer packaging and visible edges.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15, Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have sold in the $5 to $10 range depending on platform and exact condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a larger batch, as the current market value for high grades does not significantly exceed the grading costs.
Notable Features
First issue of the critically acclaimed Villains United miniseries leading up to Infinite Crisis; features the formation of the modern Secret Six.
Authentication Notes
Standard DC Comics publication from 2005 with correct modern cardstock cover and publisher bullet logo in the upper right corner.