Starfire ##3
DC Comics • Starfire (Vol. 1)
Writer
David Michelinie
Interior Artist
Mike Vosburg
Cover Artist
Mike Vosburg
Publication Date
March 1977
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the sword-and-sorcery adventures of 'Starfire' (a different character than the Koriand'r/Teen Titans character). In this issue, 'The Last Hero!', Starfire continues her quest against the Myrkans. Key characters include Lady Starfire and Miklos.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with some white color-breaking ticks. Slight blunting on the top right corner. Minor surface scuffing visible on the black background areas and slight edge wear along the right side of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $20; Graded (9.0+): $60 - $85
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition have recently sold between $8 and $15. Graded 9.6 copies sell for approximately $120.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal collection sentimental value. The cost of grading (approx $30-$50) often exceeds the market value for this specific low-demand bronze age title in this estimated grade range.
Notable Features
Bronze Age DC title. This series features the original Starfire, a sword-wielding protagonist from an alien world, predating the well-known Teen Titans character of the same name. Notable for Mike Vosburg's early DC work.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the 30-cent price point, DC Bullet logo era-appropriate design, and the specific Newsstand UPC bar code placement which is consistent with early 1977 distribution.