The Brave and the Bold ##57
DC Comics • The Brave and the Bold Vol. 1
Writer
Bob Haney
Interior Artist
Ramona Fradon
Cover Artist
Ramona Fradon
Publication Date
January 1965
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
First appearance and origin of Metamorpho (Rex Mason). Also features the first appearances of Sapphire Stagg, Simon Stagg, and Java. Metamorpho is transformed by the Orb of Ra in an Egyptian pyramid.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CBCS 4.0)
Condition Details
Off-white to white pages. Visible spine stress and wear consistent with 4.0 grade. Typical edge wear and corner blunting for a mid-to-lower grade Silver Age book. Professionally slabbed by CBCS.
Estimated Market Value
$350 - $450 (CBCS 4.0), Raw: $250 - $350 depending on eye appeal
Recent Sales
Recent sales for 4.0 graded copies have cleared between $375 and $440. Higher grades like 9.2+ exceed $5,000 due to key issue status.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded 4.0 by CBCS. No further grading necessary unless a crack and resubmit for pressing is desired, though 4.0 often represents structural wear that pressing cannot fully resolve.
Notable Features
Major Silver Age Key. First appearance of Metamorpho. First appearance of supporting cast. Features 12-cent silver age cover price. CBCS blue label indicates authentic, non-restored condition.
Authentication Notes
Authenticated and encapsulated by CBCS (Serial #23-31430CB-010). Features correct DC 'National Comics' bullet logo and 1965 specific trade dress.