The New Adventures of Superboy ##39
DC Comics • The New Adventures of Superboy Vol. 1
Writer
Paul Kupperberg
Interior Artist
Kurt Schaffenberger
Cover Artist
Kurt Schaffenberger
Publication Date
March 1983
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Market)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'A World Without Christmas!' where Superboy deals with a depressed Smallville. It also contains a 'Dial H for Hero' backup story titled 'The Hero Who Quit!', featuring Chris King and Vicki Grant.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5) to Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible minor spine stress marks (some breaking color), slight corner blunting on the bottom right/left, and minor shelf wear. The cover retains high gloss and vibrant colors.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (9.8): $60 - $90
Recent Sales
Raw copies in similar condition recently sell in the $4 to $10 range on eBay. Graded 9.8 copies typically underperform the cost of grading for this specific issue.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading ($25-$40) exceed the fair market value of the comic in this grade range. This is better kept as a high-grade raw reader or collector copy.
Notable Features
Direct Market edition (indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box). Bronze Age Christmas-themed cover art. Includes a 'Dial H for Hero' backup feature.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. Features the correct 60-cent price point for 1983, standard newsprint interior visible at edges, and the classic 'Where the Action Is!' DC house ad in the bottom left corner.