Green Lantern ##131
DC Comics • Green Lantern Vol. 2
Writer
Denny O'Neil
Interior Artist
Joe Staton
Cover Artist
Brian Bolland
Publication Date
August 1980
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Hal Jordan faces Evil Star in 'The Doom of the Golden Sun!' This issue also features 'Tales of the Green Lantern Corps' back-up stories, which began appearing during this era to expand the mythos of the Corps.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy wear including significant spine stress and color-breaking ticks. The upper right corner has a major horizontal crease. Edge wear and rounding is present on all corners. There is visible surface soiling/staining on the lower yellow portion of the cover. Minor spine roll and staple wear are evident.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (estimated 4.0): $25 - $35
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for this issue in mid-to-low grade range from $2 to $8. High-grade (9.8) copies sell for significantly more ($150+), but lower grades remain budget-friendly collectibles.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (CGC/CBCS) would exceed the market value of a 4.0 copy. It is better kept as a raw reading copy.
Notable Features
Features an iconic cover by Brian Bolland. Notable for the 'Tales of the Green Lantern Corps' backup story. Contains the UPC barcode (Direct Edition).
Authentication Notes
Authentic Bronze Age DC publication. Proper 40-cent price point for the 1980 era. Correct paper stock and cover gloss for the period.