Superboy ##79
DC Comics • Superboy Vol. 4 (1994)
Writer
Karl Kesel
Interior Artist
Pascual Ferry
Cover Artist
Pascual Ferry
Publication Date
October 2000
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story title 'The Clash Before the Crash'. Superboy battles 'The Silver', an entity threatening the planet. This issue is part of the later run of the Kon-El era before the series reached its conclusion at issue #100.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Visible rounding and blunting of the top right and bottom right corners. Minor spine stress marks (ticks) are visible through the bag. There is a slight curl/wave appearing on the bottom edge likely due to long-term storage in a tight bag. Surface gloss appears intact but light reflects heavy bagging wrinkles.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3 - $7; Graded (CGC 9.8): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies of this issue typically sell in dollar bins or lots. High-grade 9.8 copies have sold in the range of $45-$55 over the last 12 months, though it is a low-liquidity book.
Grading Recommendation
Not worth professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees plus shipping ($30-$50) exceeds the market value of the comic. It is best kept raw in a fresh bag and board.
Notable Features
Features the 'S.C. Johnson A Family Company' advertising logo on the cover art. Contains a Direct Sales UPC barcode. No major key events or first appearances occur in this specific issue.
Authentication Notes
Appears authentic. Features standard late-1990s/early-2000s glossy cover stock and modern staple placement. No signs of restoration or counterfeit reproduction are evident from the image.