DC Comics Presents #No. 15
DC Comics • DC Comics Presents Vol. 1
Writer
Len Wein
Interior Artist
Joe Staton
Cover Artist
Dick Giordano and Ross Andru (signed as Buckler/Giordano)
Publication Date
November 1979
Cover Variant
UK Price Variant (15p)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Superman teams up with The Atom (Ray Palmer) to stop an alien invasion. The story involves the two heroes being transported to a miniature world where they must face a giant green alien monster featured on the cover.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Minor spine stress marks visible on the left edge. The corners show slight rounding, particularly the bottom right. Minor edge wear and surface scuffing visible on the yellow background. The cover remains bright with good color saturation.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.6+): $50 - $80. Note: UK Price Variants sometimes carry a slight premium to specialists but are generally valued similarly to US cents copies in mid-to-high grades.
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition typically sell for $8-$12 on eBay. 9.8 graded copies have historically reached $100+, but lower grades (8.0-9.0) often sell for less than the cost of grading.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. This is not a major key issue, and the cost of grading (shipping + fees) would likely exceed the final market value of the book unless it was a guaranteed 9.8 candidate.
Notable Features
Includes a 15p UK price stamp instead of the standard US 40c price. Features a classic 'Superman as a projectile' gag on the cover. Appearance of the Atom.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Bronze Age DC publication. Features period-accurate newsstand barcode, 'Approved by the Comics Code' seal, and standard 1970s DC trade dress. Paper stock shows age-appropriate off-white characteristics.