Justice ##1
Marvel Comics • Justice Vol. 1 (New Universe)
Writer
Archie Goodwin
Interior Artist
Geof Isherwood
Cover Artist
Geof Isherwood
Publication Date
November 1986
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition with UPC barcode)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Introduction and origin of John Tensen (Justice). He is a former DEA agent who gains the ability to manifest a 'sword' and 'shield' of energy following the White Event. He acts as a dimensional peacekeeper and vigilante within Marvel's New Universe line.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Some edge wear and shelf wear visible on the black border of the front cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $2 - $5; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies typically sell in bulk lots or for less than $5 individually. High-grade slabbed copies have sold between $35 and $55 in the last 12 months.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of grading exceeds the current market value of the book unless it is a guaranteed 9.8 or 9.9, which this copy is not due to visible spine stress.
Notable Features
First appearance of Justice (John Tensen). Part of the launch of Marvel's 'New Universe' imprint, celebrating Marvel's 25th anniversary. Features the direct edition barcode.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s newsprint interior with a glossier cover stock. No known counterfeits of this issue exist as it is not a high-value key. Printing and color registration appear consistent with 1986 Marvel standards.