World's Finest Comics ##251
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
George Tuska
Cover Artist
Walt Simonson
Publication Date
July 1978
Cover Variant
Regular (Direct Edition - Newsstand UPC)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features a team-up story with Superman and Batman facing the 'Army of Crime.' This 'Dollar Comic' giant-sized issue also includes backup features starring Green Arrow, Black Canary, Hawkman, and Shazam (Captain Marvel).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks. Slight color rub and minor corner blunting on the bottom right. Surface wear consistent with its age, though the colors remain vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $20.00; Graded (CGC 8.0): $45.00 - $65.00
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for raw copies in mid-to-high grade average around $15. Graded 9.0+ copies have reached upwards of $100, but mid-grade copies are very common.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless the collector has a personal attachment. The cost of grading (approx. $40+) plus shipping likely exceeds the market value of the book in this estimated grade (8.0 range).
Notable Features
80-page 'Dollar Comic' format. Features a diverse lineup of DC icons including Hawkman and the Shazam family. Iconic cover art by the legendary Walt Simonson.
Authentication Notes
The book appears to be an authentic first printing from 1978. The UPC barcode is present in the lower-left corner confirming its distribution channel. Ink density and paper aging are consistent with late 1970s Bronze Age production standards.