DC Comics Presents Superman and Green Lantern ##26
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman
Interior Artist
Jim Starlin
Cover Artist
Jim Starlin
Publication Date
October 1980
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman and Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) face off against a shape-shifting alien. The issue contains a historic 16-page preview insert of 'The New Teen Titans'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with minor color-breaking ticks; slight corner blunting on the bottom right; minor foxing/discoloration on the top white border; overall cover gloss remains strong.
Estimated Market Value
Raw (FN/VF): $150 - $225; Graded (9.0+): $450 - $800+
Recent Sales
High-grade copies (CGC 9.8) have recently sold for $1,200-$1,500; mid-grade raw copies range between $140 and $200 depending on the presence of the insert.
Grading Recommendation
High Recommendation. Due to the high value of this key issue, a professional cleaning and press followed by CGC grading is advised. A high grade (9.0+) significantly multiplies the market value.
Notable Features
Major Key: First appearance of the 'New Teen Titans' team, including the first appearances of Cyborg (Victor Stone), Starfire (Koriand'r), and Raven (Rachel Roth). Features artwork by legendary artist Jim Starlin.
Authentication Notes
The 16-page 'New Teen Titans' internal preview must be present for the book to hold full value. This copy shows consistent aging, staple placement, and ink density typical for Bronze Age DC newsstand-era printing.