Starman ##23, #25, #27, #28, #29
DC Comics • Starman Vol. 1 (1988 series)
Writer
Roger Stern
Interior Artist
Tom Lyle
Cover Artist
Tom Lyle
Publication Date
1990
Cover Variant
Regular/Newsstand Edition (UPC visible on some)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the adventures of Will Payton, who gains powers from a satellite bolt. Stories involve his struggles to balance a personal life in Phoenix and Hollywood while battling villains like Eclipso and the Power Pirate. Issue #29 features a battle with a massive pink creature (Doctor Phosphorus/Savage).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (CGC 9.0)
Condition Details
Generally well-preserved with minor shelf wear. Some visible spine stress ticks on issue #23. Bottom left corners show slight blunting on #29. Minor color-breaking crease potentially visible on the spine of #27.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5 per issue. Cased (9.8): $30 - $50.
Recent Sales
Recent eBay bulk sales for Starman (1988) mid-run issues average approximately $1.50 to $3.00 per issue when sold in lots.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. These are high-supply, low-demand back issues where the cost of grading significantly exceeds the market value of the books.
Notable Features
This series is the first volume of Starman starring Will Payton. The issues shown are part of the 'Hollywood' arc. #29 features a classic 'Giant Antagonis' cover common in the late 80s/early 90s aesthetic.
Authentication Notes
All indicators suggest authentic copper-age newsstand and direct editions. Correct barcode placement for the era and period-accurate DC bullet logo.