Legion of Super-Heroes #12
DC Comics • Legion of Super-Heroes Vol. 4
Writer
Keith Giffen, Tom Bierbaum, and Mary Bierbaum
Interior Artist
Keith Giffen and Al Gordon
Cover Artist
Keith Giffen and Al Gordon
Publication Date
October 1990
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of the 'Five Years Later' era. This issue features the 'Rebirth' of the Legion following the events of the Magic Wars. It focuses on the team's reformation in a much darker, grittier future timeline, featuring key members like Cosmic Boy and Lightning Lad.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine/Near Mint (9.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress visible along the left edge. Slight blunting on the bottom right corner. Minimal surface wear showing through the polybag, but colors appear vibrant and glossy with no major color-breaking creases.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $8 / Graded (9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales on eBay range from $1.00 to $5.00 plus shipping. Slabbed 9.8 copies have sold in the $45 range earlier this year.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees is significantly higher than the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Often referred to as the 'L-Logo' cover or the 'Five Years Later' Legion. Features the iconic distressed Legion logo. This run is known for its dense 9-panel grid storytelling style.
Authentication Notes
The book shows correct DC logo placement for 1990 and appropriate pricing ($1.75 US). Paper stock appears to be the standard newsprint/copper-age transition quality common for DC in the early 90s.