DC Comics Presents ##68
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
April 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (Spider-man/DC Bullet UPC box)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman teams up with Vixen to battle Admiral Cerebrus, a psychic-powered villain aiming to conquer the world. This issue features Mari McCabe (Vixen), an important DC hero and Justice League member.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting on the top and bottom right corners. Moderate spine stress with several color-breaking ticks. Significant corner crease in the bottom right. General surface wear and slight color fading visible on the top edge. Minor edge wear along the right side.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (estimated 5.0): $25 - $35
Recent Sales
Raw copies in mid-grade typically sell for $8-$12. High-grade (9.8) copies of this specific issue can reach $100+, but this copy does not meet that threshold.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $30-$40) would exceed the final market value of a mid-grade copy. This issue is best kept as a reader copy or in a bag and board for a personal collection.
Notable Features
Includes the introduction of Admiral Cerebrus. Notable for featuring a prominent bronze-age appearance of Vixen. This is the Direct Edition, indicated by the 'The New DC - There's No Stopping Us Now' logo in the UPC box area.
Authentication Notes
Authentic 1980s DC stock. The paper texture, 'DC Comics Presents' masthead font, and Gil Kane's signature art style are consistent with original 1984 production. No signs of restoration or reproduction detected.