The Flash ##142
DC Comics • The Flash Vol. 1
Writer
John Broome
Interior Artist
Carmine Infantino
Cover Artist
Carmine Infantino and Murphy Anderson
Publication Date
February 1964
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'Perilous Pursuit of the Trickster!'. The Flash (Barry Allen) faces off against James Jesse, better known as The Trickster, who uses his air-walking shoes and gadget-filled bags to evade the Scarlet Speedster.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible color-breaking spine ticks, rounded corners, minor surface wear, and slight edge wear. Small crease on the top-right corner. Age-appropriate yellowing of the cover white areas.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55; Graded (5.0): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent 5.0 graded copies have sold between $130 and $155. Mid-grade raw copies frequently sell for around $45 on auction platforms.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The cost of grading (shipping + fees) roughly equals the value added at this mid-grade level. A press and clean might bump the grade slightly, but it is not a high-value 'Mega-Key'.
Notable Features
Early Silver Age appearance of The Trickster (James Jesse). Features classic Carmine Infantino artwork, which defined the look of the Silver Age Flash.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1964 original. Correct 12-cent cover price, aged paper stock visible at edges, and standard Silver Age DC logo placement are all consistent with the period.