Green Lantern ##1
DC Comics • Green Lantern Vol. 5
Writer
Geoff Johns
Interior Artist
Doug Mahnke and Christian Alamy
Cover Artist
Ivan Reis, Joe Prado, and Rod Reis
Publication Date
November 2011
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Kickoff of the New 52 reboot for Green Lantern. Sinestro has been chosen once again by a Green Lantern ring, forcing an uneasy alliance with Hal Jordan, who is currently powerless and without a ring.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Near Mint- (CGC 9.2)
Condition Details
Book is bagged and boarded, showing sharp corners, good color gloss, and minimal handling wear. Minor spine stress may be present upon closer raw inspection.
Estimated Market Value
Raw value estimated around $10 - $20 USD. Graded (CGC 9.8) value estimated around $50 - $80 USD.
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies have consistently sold in the $10 to $15 range depending on platform and shipping.
Grading Recommendation
Not generally recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission or completing a high-grade New 52 run, as the grading cost would exceed the current raw market value.
Notable Features
First issue of The New 52 Green Lantern series, Direct Edition with barcode box, features Sinestro prominently on the cover wearing a Green Lantern uniform.
Authentication Notes
Standard modern comic stock, clear printing, correct Direct Edition barcode and $2.99 cover price, matching authentic 2011 DC Comics publishing standards.