scburdet Posted December 11, 2022 Share Posted December 11, 2022 Let's talk about what constitutes first appearances. I'm willing to say Jimmy Olsen 135 has a cameo Darkseid appearance. The hill I will die on is the face in 1 panel of JO134 is Darkseid in name only. One of the few DC keys I own b/c of Kirby. Biggest potential issue I see is what looks like some yellowing of the paper around the edges, especially the back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvelmaniac Posted December 12, 2022 Share Posted December 12, 2022 Blunted/rounded corners, discolored staples, slight spine stress with a few minor spine ticks that slightly break color, some spots of slight color rub, yellowing of the spine on the front and back covers and upper edge. (oxidation from UV exposure?) IMO, as the book sits right now, even with the yellowing I feel the book is in the VF- 7.5/VF 8.0 range. 8.0 VERY FINE (VF): Back to Top An excellent copy with outstanding eye appeal. A limited accumulation of minor bindery/printing defects is allowed. Cover is relatively flat with minimal surface wear beginning to show, possibly including some minute wear at corners. Inks are generally bright with moderate to high reflectivity. An unnoticeable 1/4" crease is acceptable if color is not broken. Stamped or inked arrival dates may be present. Minor foxing. Spine is almost completely flat with a possible minor color break. Staples may show some discoloration. Very slight staple tears and a few almost insignificant stress lines may be present. Paper is cream to tan and supple. Centerfold is mostly secure. Minor interior tears at the margin may be present. 7.5 VERY FINE- (VF-): Back to Top Fits the criteria for Very Fine but with an additional defect or small accumulation of defects that detracts from the book's appearance by a perceptible amount. scburdet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoggyNelson Posted December 12, 2022 Share Posted December 12, 2022 F/VF cond🙌🏻👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fast eddie Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 Hmmmmmm,,,,,,,, I'd say a 7,,,,,,,, that is a funny colour on the cover,,,,, the yellowing turns me away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendelbo Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 6.5/7.0 Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...