Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen ##141
DC Comics • Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen Vol. 1
Writer
Jack Kirby
Interior Artist
Jack Kirby and Murphy Anderson
Cover Artist
Jack Kirby and Neal Adams
Publication Date
September 1971
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A part of Jack Kirby's 'Fourth World' saga. Superman and Jimmy Olsen face the menace of the Newsboy Legion and the Hairies. The issue features a bizarre cameo of Don Rickles (and his doppelganger Goody Rickles) as part of a comedic sub-plot requested by DC management.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
Extensive spine wear with multiple color-breaking stress lines and heavy chipping. Top right corner shows a significant vertical surface crease. General edge wear, color fading, and substantial blunting on all corners. Distortions visible from the protective bag suggest possible warping or humidity exposure.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10 - $25; Graded (2.0): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade (6.0) copies average around $50-$70. Low-grade copies like this one typically sell for under $25 in raw condition.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service would likely exceed the market value of the comic in this condition grade.
Notable Features
Features the 'Origin of the First Newsboy Legion'. Iconic Jack Kirby 'Don't Ask! Just Buy It!' banner. Notable for the photo-collage inclusion of comedian Don Rickles on the cover.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1971 bronze age DC comic. It shows period-appropriate paper aging, distinctive '25c bigger and better' logo, and standard cover gloss degradation for its age.