Green Lantern Co-Starring Green Arrow ##87
DC Comics • Green Lantern Vol. 2
Writer
Dennis O'Neil
Interior Artist
Neal Adams
Cover Artist
Neal Adams
Publication Date
January 1972
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A major key issue featuring the first appearance of John Stewart, who is chosen by the Guardians of the Universe to replace Guy Gardner as the backup Green Lantern for Earth. Includes the story 'Beware My Power!' and a backup reprint regarding Earth's first Green Lantern.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good/Very Good (CGC 3.0)
Condition Details
Moderate to heavy vertical and horizontal creasing across color, significant spine stress with multiple color-breaking ticks, corner rounding/blunting, heavy edge wear on the right side, and visible soiling/toning on the light areas of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $180 - $250; Graded (CGC 3.0): $250 - $350
Recent Sales
Recent sales for Green Lantern #87 in 3.0 range between $200 and $240. Higher grades like 9.8 can reach over $8,000 due to key significance.
Grading Recommendation
Not highly recommended for professional grading in current state unless for preservation purposes. The cost of grading relative to the current grade (approx 3.0) may not significantly increase the sale price over a high-quality raw sale.
Notable Features
First appearance of John Stewart (the first African-American DC Super Hero) and first appearance of Guy Gardner in this series context (though Gardner first appeared in #59). Iconic Neal Adams cover art.
Authentication Notes
The 25-cent cover price, 48-page count, and paper aging/oxidation are consistent with 1972 DC Bronze Age production standards. No immediate signs of counterfeit; wear appears consistent with authentic age.