Green Lantern Co-Starring Green Arrow ##87
DC Comics • Green Lantern Vol. 2
Writer
Dennis O'Neil
Interior Artist
Neal Adams
Cover Artist
Neal Adams
Publication Date
January 1972
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major DC key issue featuring the first appearance and origin of John Stewart, who is chosen by the Guardians to be Hal Jordan's back-up Green Lantern. This issue is a cornerstone of the socially conscious 'Hard-Traveling Heroes' run. Also includes a Green Arrow backup story titled 'What Can One Man Do?'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress marks and ticks along the left edge. Mild corner blunting at the top right and bottom right. Slight yellowing/tanning of the white cover areas consistent with age. Minimal surface scuffing or minor creasing at the bottom edge. Overall flat with decent color strike.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $450; Graded (CGC 6.0): $600 - $750
Recent Sales
CGC 6.0 copies have recently sold between $650 and $800. Raw mid-grade copies consistently fetch $300+ due to high demand for the key appearance.
Grading Recommendation
Yes, worth grading. This is a major Bronze Age key issue. Professional pressing and cleaning could potentially elevate the grade to a 6.5 or 7.0 by flattening spine ripples and brightening the white cover.
Notable Features
First appearance of John Stewart (Earth's first Black Green Lantern). First appearance of Guy Gardner (in cameo/backup context mentioned). Iconic Neal Adams cover art. 25-cent 'Bigger and Better' 48-page giant format.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1972 printing. Correct 25-cent price point and '30515' code. Paper stock shows appropriate age-related oxidation. No signs of restoration visible from the cover image.