Aquaman Comic Book Appraisal

DC Comics Presents Superman and Aquaman No. 48 Comic Book

This item is a vintage comic book, specifically 'DC Comics Presents Superman and Aquaman No. 48'. The comic features a vibrant color illustration on the cover depicting Superman (in his classic blue and red suit with red cape) and Aquaman (in green and orange attire) struggling against a large, reddish-brown octopus in the ocean foreground, indicative of an underwater or aquatic battle. The title 'DC Comics Presents' is prominently displayed at the top, along with 'Superman and Aquaman' in distinct fonts. The issue number 'NO. 48' and the month 'AUG' are visible within a small box in the upper right corner, along with the price '60¢'. A speech bubble emanating from the action reads: 'HOW CAN AN OCTOPUS PUT THE SQUEEZE ON THE MAN OF STEEL – AND WHY CAN'T THE SEA KING COMMAND IT TO LET GO?'. Another bubble near the octopus says: 'GET THE FEELING THIS ISN'T YOUR EVERYDAY, RUN-OF-THE-MILL OCTOPUS?'. A smaller panel in the lower right highlights a 'BONUS FEATURE:' titled 'WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE SEA HORSE PIRATE?'. The comic book is encased in a protective plastic cover, which has some visible creasing and dust, suggesting it has been handled and stored over time. The edges of the comic itself show signs of wear, particularly along the spine and corners, characteristic of an older, frequently read, or un-preserved comic. The colors on the cover appear somewhat faded but still retain much of their original intensity. The barcode is visible in the bottom left corner. Based on the 60¢ price point and copyright, this comic likely dates to the early 1980s, specifically August 1982.