The Brave and the Bold ##50
DC Comics • The Brave and the Bold Vol. 1
Writer
Bob Haney
Interior Artist
George Roussos
Cover Artist
George Roussos
Publication Date
October/November 1963
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Green Arrow and Martian Manhunter team up in 'The Case of the Impossible Arrows.' This story features the two heroes manipulated by the villain Vandal Savage. Important early team-up issue.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Cream to off-white pages; minor surface wear; slight color-breaking spine stress ticks; minor corner blunting; overall high-grade preservation for Silver Age era.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $550; CGC 8.0: $800 - $1,100
Recent Sales
CGC 8.0 copies have recently sold between $850 and $1,050 USD. Lower grades (4.0) sell for approx $150-$200.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded by CGC as 8.0. At this grade level, it is a stable investment. A professional clean and press could potentially push it to an 8.5, though 8.0 is a strong grade for this issue.
Notable Features
First team-up of Green Arrow and Martian Manhunter; 1st Martian Manhunter crossover; Silver Age key issue; 12 cent cover price; National Comics DC Logo.
Authentication Notes
Authenticated and encapsulated by CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) under serial number 4521781023. Hologram and label font match official CGC production standards.