Secret Origins Starring The Golden Age Green Lantern and The Creeper ##18
DC Comics • Secret Origins Vol. 2 (1986 Series)
Writer
Roy Thomas, Andrew Helfer
Interior Artist
George Freeman, Keith Giffen
Cover Artist
Bill Sienkiewicz
Publication Date
September 1987
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features two origin stories. The first part retells the origin of the Golden Age Green Lantern (Alan Scott), written by Roy Thomas. The second part features the origin of The Creeper (Jack Ryder), written by Andrew Helfer with art by Keith Giffen.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; corner blunting on top right; slight edge wear along the top; minor surface scuffing visible on the black backgrounds; bottom left corner shows minor impact.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8; Graded (9.6+): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $5-10 including shipping on platforms like eBay. Graded 9.8 copies have sold in the $80 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the market value for this specific issue unless it is a guaranteed 9.8, which this copy is not due to visible spine ticks and corner wear.
Notable Features
Features a distinctive cover by acclaimed artist Bill Sienkiewicz. Includes a 'Who Watches the Watchmen?' promotional corner box. This series was known for updating Golden and Silver Age origins post-Crisis on Infinite Earths.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears to be an authentic 1980s DC Direct Edition. Staples show appropriate age with no significant rusting; ink density on the black background is consistent with Baxter-style paper or high-quality newsstand stock used during this era.