Justice League America ##85
DC Comics • Justice League America (1987-1996) Vol. 1
Writer
Dan Vado
Interior Artist
Kevin West and Ken Branch
Cover Artist
Kevin West and Ken Branch
Publication Date
February 1994
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 2 of the 'Ice Storm' storyline. The team investigates the transformation of Tora Olafsdotter (Ice). Following 'The Death of Superman' events, the team includes Wonder Woman, Guy Gardner, and Ray. Key conflict involves Ice's heritage and the Ice Kingdom.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Significant corner blunting on the top right. Minor color chipping on the top margin. General surface wear and light scuffing visible on the cover gloss. Edges show slight shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2.00 - $5.00 | Graded (9.8): $35.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for high-grade raw copies vary between $3 and $7. In the current market, this is considered a common 'dollar bin' era comic with limited appreciation potential unless in 9.8 condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service ($25+) significantly exceeds the market value of the book in its current condition. The estimated grade of 6.0 would result in a market value lower than the retail price of the slab.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (barcode with DC logo). Features Tora (Ice) on the cover. Iconic 90s DC art style. No major first appearances or keys occur in this specific issue.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1990s DC publication. Features standard 90s newsprint/slick hybrid stock of the era. UPC box contains the DC bullet logo indicating Direct Market distribution. Print registration and staples appear consistent with factory standards.