Green Lantern #17 (1962)

In Green Lantern #17, the Silver Age of comics gets a dose of cosmic adventure and superhero action. Here we meet the titular hero, Hal Jordan, as he battles intergalactic threats with his power ring and constructs.

The story kicks off with a bang as we learn about the Guardians of the Universe and their mission to protect the universe from evil. They chose Hal Jordan, an ordinary test pilot, to be their champion and bestowed upon him the power ring that would turn him into Green Lantern.

With this newfound power, Hal flies off to Oa, the home of the Guardians, and learns to harness the energy of the ring. But he's quickly thrust into action as he faces off against the villainous Sinestro, a fellow Lantern who has gone rogue and seeks to enslave the people of his sector.

The battles between Hal and Sinestro are intense and showcase the incredible potential of the Green Lantern's powers. But there's more to the story as Hal also learns about the responsibilities that come with wielding such incredible power and the importance of doing the right thing.

Green Lantern #17 is a classic tale that showcases the origins of one of DC's most iconic heroes. With its blend of sci-fi concepts, epic battles, and moral lessons, it's no wonder that this book is a must-have for any serious comic book collector. Come and see us at Comics Into Cash and we'll be happy to provide you with a fair appraisal of your collection and maybe this issue will be in there!