DC Comics Presents and The Masters of the Universe ##47
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents
Writer
Paul Levitz
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Curt Swan and Dan Adkins
Publication Date
July 1982
Cover Variant
Newsstand Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman is magically controlled by Skeletor to attack He-Man in this epic crossover event set at Castle Grayskull. This marks the very first appearance of the Masters of the Universe in DC Comics.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress ticks, color-breaking creases along the spine and bottom left corner, moderate corner blunting, some edge wear, and mild tanning to the newsprint paper.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $20 - $40, Graded (CGC 4.0): $50 - $80
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-lower grade condition have sold in the $25 to $35 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a personal collection or higher tier preservation, as the grading and shipping costs may exceed the market value increase for a VG 4.0 copy.
Notable Features
First appearance of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe in comic books, historic crossover with Superman, newsstand edition with UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s DC newsstand print quality, correct paper stock, authentic color separation, and standard newsstand UPC barcode present.