Black Lightning ##7
DC Comics • Black Lightning Vol. 1
Writer
Tony Isabella
Interior Artist
Trevor Von Eeden and Vince Colletta
Cover Artist
Rich Buckler and Vince Colletta
Publication Date
March 1978
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (12p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Black Lightning (Jefferson Pierce) faces the mystery of his father's murderer. This issue features the 100-Cleats and explores more of Pierce's origin and his life as a teacher in Suicide Slum.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress, significant corner blunting (especially top-right and bottom-right), edge wear on the left spine margin, and a large diagonal crease on the top-right corner. Small tear visible on the bottom right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 USD; Graded (CGC 4.0): $30 - $45 USD.
Recent Sales
Standard US 35c copies in mid-grade sell for $10-$20. UK variants typically command a similar or slightly lower price unless to a specific variant collector.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the final market value of the book in this condition.
Notable Features
Features the 12p UK price overstamp/variant, which is less common in the US market. Bronze Age issue from the character's original solo series run.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic 1978 original. The 12p price variant is consistent with DC distribution in the UK during that era. Natural paper aging on edges is visible.