Aquaman ##59
DC Comics • Aquaman Vol. 1
Writer
Steve Skeates
Interior Artist
Jim Aparo
Cover Artist
Jim Aparo
Publication Date
November 1977
Cover Variant
Regular/Diamond Price Variant (35 Cent Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue features 'The Incredible Origin of Aquaman,' retelling Arthur Curry's beginnings. It also includes the story 'Mera's Quest,' where Mera searches for a cure for her son, leading back to her home dimension of Xebel. This volume concludes shortly after this issue.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks; light corner blunting particularly on the bottom right; slight surface wear and minor discoloration near the top edge; bottom left corner shows minor impact wear; centers appear mostly flat.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (CGC 6.0): $35 - $50
Recent Sales
Comparable mid-grade copies sell consistently in the $15 range; slabbed 9.0+ copies command significant premiums closer to $100+.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading in current condition. The costs of grading, shipping, and handling would likely exceed the final market value of a 6.0 copy. Only recommended for personal preservation.
Notable Features
Features the origin of Aquaman; cover art by the legendary Jim Aparo; contains a Whitman/Diamond 35-cent price variant which is the standard commercial distribution for this late Bronze Age run.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic with period-accurate paper oxidation (slight yellowing visible at edges) and correct 1977 DC trade dress and 10-digit UPC barcode layout.