The Flash #No. 293
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Don Heck
Cover Artist
Dick Giordano
Publication Date
January 1981
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a team-up between The Flash (Barry Allen) and Firestorm (Ronnie Raymond). The Flash is suffering from radiation poisoning caused by the Atomic Skull, making him the 'Radioactive Speedster.' The issue also includes a backup story titled 'The One-Man League of Justice' starring the Elongated Man.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good / Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the top and bottom left corners. Significant spine stress/ticks with color breaking. Apparent surface wear and minor foxing/soiling on the orange cover area. Slight edge wear along the right side of the cover. Off-white pages are likely based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $10.00 | Graded: $30.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this issue range from $4 to $12. UK price variants typically hold a similar value to US cents versions unless in exceptionally high grade (9.8).
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading/shipping exceed the market value of a mid-grade copy. Excellent for a personal collection or as a reader copy.
Notable Features
Notable for the UK 15p price variant; team-up with Firestorm; Bronze Age DC aesthetic; Atomic Skull appearance.
Authentication Notes
The 15p price indicator is consistent with DC distribution in the UK during 1981. The paper stock and printing dots (Ben-Day dots) are consistent with the period; no signs of a reprint or counterfeit.