Tales of the Teen Titans ##44
DC Comics • Tales of the Teen Titans Vol. 1
Writer
Marv Wolfman
Interior Artist
George Pérez
Cover Artist
George Pérez
Publication Date
July 1984
Cover Variant
Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part 3 of 'The Judas Contract' storyline. Features the origin of Dick Grayson becoming Nightwing, Terra's betrayal, and Deathstroke the Terminator.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Minor corner blunting, slight spine roll, light spine stress lines, overall clean cover with good color vibrancy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50. Graded (CGC 7.0): $70 - $100.
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies hover around $40 depending on platform and exact condition details.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate value increase; might be worth professional grading if aiming to preserve or sell as a major key issue, though a professional press could potentially bump it to an 8.0 or 8.5.
Notable Features
First appearance of Nightwing (Dick Grayson). Major milestone issue in the Teen Titans mythos.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s newsprint paper stock, correct direct edition UPC barcode box, authentic DC bullet logo and colors consistent with original printing.