Adventure Comics presents DIAL 'H' FOR HERO ##488
DC Comics • Adventure Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman / E. Nelson Bridwell
Interior Artist
Don Heck / Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
December 1981
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Chris King and Vicki Grant as they continue their adventures using the H-Dial. The story 'The Final Secret!' involves the Master discovering the heroes' identities. This era of Dial 'H' is notable for using fan-submitted character designs.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine stress/ticks (approx. 4-6 along spine), corner blunting on the top left and bottom right, minor edge wear on the right side, and slight surface scuffing in the black ink areas near the top.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded 9.0+: $45.00 - $65.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have recently sold for $4.00 to $8.00 on eBay. High-grade CGC 9.8 copies typically realize $100-$150 due to the George Pérez cover art.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth grading in current condition. The estimated grade of 6.0 (Fine) would not yield a value higher than the costs of grading fees/shipping. Only suggested for professional grading if it were 9.6 or higher.
Notable Features
George Pérez cover art. This is a 'Direct Edition' indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box area. Includes characters created by fans.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic original copy from 1981. Paper quality shows appropriate aging for 1980s newsprint; staple placement is consistent with DC's production during the Bronze Age.