World's Finest Comics ##188
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Cary Bates, Dave Wood, Bill Finger
Interior Artist
Ross Andru, Mike Esposito, Edmond Hamilton
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), Murphy Anderson (inks)
Publication Date
November 1969
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover (25 cent Giant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Giant G-64 issue featuring several stories. The main story involves 'The Negative Superman' where Superman must battle a dark version of himself. It also includes backup stories featuring Batman, Robin, and the origin of 'Wonder-Girl'.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine wear with visible stress lines and color-breaking ticks. Significant corner blunting and minor fraying on the top right. Some surface soiling and minor foxing on the yellow background. Possible tanning along the edges. Slight vertical crease visible on the right side of the cover.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $15 - $25; Graded (CGC 4.0): $40 - $60
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $12 to $30. High-grade (9.0+) copies can fetch over $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The current market value in this condition does not justify the cost of grading fees. It is better kept as a raw collector's copy or used as a 'reader' copy.
Notable Features
80-Page Giant issue. Silver Age DC. Notable for the 'Negative Superman' concept and as a compendium of Silver Age stories.
Authentication Notes
The 25-cent price point and logo placement are consistent with late 1960s DC Giant issues. The paper quality appears consistent with the newsstand-grade pulp used during the period.