DC Comics Presents #No. 26
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman and Jim Starlin
Interior Artist
Jim Starlin and George Pérez
Cover Artist
Jim Starlin
Publication Date
October 1980
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition (UPC barcode present)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major key issue featuring the First Appearance of the New Teen Titans (Raven, Starfire, Cyborg, and the new team dynamic) in a 16-page bonus insert. The main story features Superman and Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) facing a cosmic threat from N'Gai.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some color-breaking ticks; light blunting on the upper and lower right corners; slight edge wear along the top; minor surface scuffing visible in the black and dark green ink areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $150 - $225; Graded (CGC 7.0): $250 - $325; Graded (CGC 9.8 potential): $1,200+
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (9.8) have recently sold for $1,200 - $1,500. Mid-grade raw copies frequently sell for $150 - $300 depending on the crispness of the New Teen Titans insert.
Grading Recommendation
Yes. Due to the high historical significance of this issue (1st New Teen Titans), it is generally worth grading even in mid-to-high condition (7.0+). A 'Press and Clean' is highly recommended to improve the grade by addressing non-color-breaking surface dimples.
Notable Features
First appearance of Cyborg (Victor Stone), Starfire (Koriand'r), and Raven (Rachel Roth). Features a 16-page preview insert of 'The New Teen Titans #1'. Direct and Newsstand editions exist; this is the Newsstand version.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic with correct 1980s newsstand paper stock, era-appropriate ink saturation, and the specific 'DC' bullet logo. The presence of the interior insert is the primary value driver; ensure it is still physically attached by the staples.