D.P. 7 ##8
Marvel Comics • D.P. 7 (New Universe)
Writer
Mark Gruenwald
Interior Artist
Paul Ryan
Cover Artist
Paul Ryan
Publication Date
June 1987
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition with UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The group of 'Displaced Paranormals' continues to evade the Clinic. In this issue, the team faces internal friction and external threats as they try to survive in a world that fears their new abilities. Features characters like Randy Skywold, David Landers, and Jeff Walters.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and minor ticks; slight blunting on the bottom-right corner; minor color rub on the black borders; overall moderate cover wear consistent with an unpressed mid-grade copy.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $1 - $3; Graded (CGC 9.8): $30 - $50
Recent Sales
Recent sales for single mid-grade issues of late 80s New Universe titles typically fall into the 'dollar bin' category or as part of bulk sets. Competitive high-grade slabs (9.8) rarely exceed $60.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service significantly exceeds the market value of the comic in this condition.
Notable Features
Part of Jim Shooter's 'New Universe' line launched for Marvel's 25th anniversary. Features a Direct Edition UPC barcode. Notable for Mark Gruenwald's world-building in a more 'realistic' superhero setting.
Authentication Notes
Standard 1980s newsprint interior with a glossier cover stock. No signs of counterfeiting; registration and colors are consistent with standard Marvel production of 1987.