The Unknown Soldier ##268
DC Comics • The Unknown Soldier Vol. 1
Writer
Robert Kanigher
Interior Artist
Dick Ayers
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
October 1982
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Final issue of the original series run. The story concludes with 'The Last Secret,' featuring the Unknown Soldier in a mission involving London and Nazi forces. The issue wraps up the WWII era adventures of the faceless master of disguise.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy vertical subscription crease running through the center of the book. Significant corner blunting and edge wear on the bottom right. Rounded corners, spine stress marks, and minor color breaking creases. Visible sticker or residue on top left near the title.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7 | Graded (9.0+): $30 - $45 (Note: Condition of this specific copy is below profitable grading threshold)
Recent Sales
Recent raw sales for mid-grade copies of this issue range from $2 to $5. Higher grade (NM) copies sell for approximately $10-$15.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The heavy vertical crease (likely a central subscription fold) severely limits the grade maximum (usually ceiling at 4.0-5.0). Grading fees would exceed the value of the comic.
Notable Features
Series finale. Newsstand edition (barcode present). Joe Kubert cover art. Features a 16-page 'bonus' insert of 'The Data War' (Masters of the Universe prototype/preview).
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1982 DC stock. Shows natural aging, typical newsstand handling wear, and period-accurate paper oxisdation. UPC barcode is consistent with early 80s newsstand distribution.