House of Mystery #No. 143
DC Comics • House of Mystery Vol. 1
Writer
Jack Miller
Interior Artist
Joe Certa
Cover Artist
Joe Certa
Publication Date
June 1964
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features J'onn J'onzz, the Martian Manhunter, in the story 'The Giant-Maker!'. The plot involves J'onn losing his powers to the Idol-Head of Diabolu, which causes his sidekick Zook to transform into a rampaging giant.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top and bottom right. Slight surface soiling and yellowing consistent with age. Minor edge wear at the top right corner near the Comics Code seal.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $50; Graded (CGC 5.0): $75 - $100
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade copies range from $35 to $60 depending on page quality and eye appeal. Graded 7.0+ copies have reached $150+ recently.
Grading Recommendation
Generally not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The estimated slabbed value increase may not substantially exceed the cost of grading, shipping, and pressing fees at this specific grade level.
Notable Features
Includes a Martian Manhunter backup story which was the primary feature of House of Mystery during this era (issues #143-158). Silver Age DC horror/sci-fi title transition era.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age DC copy. Displays correct period-specific DC 'Superman-National' circular logo, 12 cent price point, and appropriate mechanical wear for 1960s newsprint stock.