Justice League Quarterly ##1
DC Comics • Justice League Quarterly
Writer
Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis
Interior Artist
Chris Sprouse, Bruce Patterson
Cover Artist
Adam Hughes
Publication Date
Winter 1990
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
In this 80-page giant, the Justice League International faces a new corporate-sponsored superhero team known as The Conglomerate, led by Booster Gold. This issue explores the tension between heroics and corporate branding.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor color-breaking spine stress ticks visible. Slight blunting on the top-right corner. Minor surface wear on the deep orange background. Edges appear relatively sharp but display minor shelf wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (9.8): $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies typically sell for $3-$10 plus shipping. Graded 9.8 copies have recently sold in the $70 range, though popularity is generally low for this specific title.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading exceeds the current market value for a mid-to-high grade raw copy.
Notable Features
First appearance of The Conglomerate (Booster Gold, Reverb, Maxi-Man, Echo, Vapor, Steel, and Praxis). 80-page giant format. Iconic cover art by Adam Hughes.
Authentication Notes
Authentic copper age publication by DC Comics. Standard newsprint interior pages with a glossy cover. Direct edition indicated by the graphic in the UPC box (featuring writer/artist names instead of a barcode).