The Brave and the Bold presents Metamorpho The Element Man ##58
DC Comics • The Brave and the Bold Vol. 1
Writer
Bob Haney
Interior Artist
Ramona Fradon
Cover Artist
Ramona Fradon
Publication Date
March 1965
Cover Variant
Regular/A Cover
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
This issue marks the second appearance of Rex Mason, also known as Metamorpho. The story, entitled 'The Master of Disaster!', features billionaire Simon Stagg and his daughter Sapphire. Metamorpho continues to navigate his new powers after his origin in the previous issue.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and several color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and creasing on the bottom right corner; minor foxing/discoloration along the left spine edge; edge wear on the right side; potential slight page tanning based on the visible edges; overall mid-grade appearance.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $80 / Graded (CGC 4.0): $120 - $150
Recent Sales
Comparable mid-grade raw copies (VG to VG/FN) have recently sold between $45 and $95. Higher grade 9.0+ copies reach into the $600+ range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The estimated 4.0 grade would yield a value that barely covers the cost of grading, shipping, and insurance. A professional press might improve it slightly, but the corner creasing and spine ticks are significant.
Notable Features
Second appearance of Metamorpho; silver age key; 12 cent cover price; features the 'Superman-DC' National Comics logo.
Authentication Notes
The item appears to be an authentic 1965 silver age comic. The paper aging, staple placement, and Ben-Day dot printing patterns on the cover are consistent with DC manufacturing from this era.