52 ##1
DC Comics • 52
Writer
Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Mark Waid
Interior Artist
Keith Giffen, Joe Bennett, Mark Bagley
Cover Artist
Alex Ross
Publication Date
May 2006
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The first issue of the groundbreaking weekly series that chronicles the missing year following the events of Infinite Crisis, focusing on the absence of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman and introducing key characters like Renee Montoya and Booster Gold.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Minor wear consistent with being stored in a bag and board, slight spine stress line near the top staple, sharp corners with very minimal blunting.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies consistently sell in the $5 to $10 range on secondary markets like eBay.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally worth professional grading due to the high print run and low current market value, unless part of a complete set grading project.
Notable Features
Direct Edition with barcode box indicating '00111', iconic Alex Ross cover featuring the abandoned costumes of Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern DC Direct Edition with glossy cardstock cover, clean printing registration, and standard barcode. No signs of counterfeiting.