World's Finest Comics ##156
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Curt Swan
Publication Date
March 1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Federation of Bizarro Idiots.' The Joker escapes from jail with the help of Bizarro-Superman and the newly introduced Bizarro-Batman. The Joker manipulates the Bizarros into attacking the real Batman and Superman.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress with multiple color-breaking ticks; corner blunting particularly on the bottom right; slight edge wear on the left spine edge; minor surface scuffing on the purple background; possible light tanning of paper based on age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $60 - $90; Graded (CGC 5.0): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $55 to $85. Higher grade 8.0+ copies have reached $350-$450.
Grading Recommendation
Only worth grading if part of a high-grade registry set or if it appears to be 8.0 or higher after a professional press. In its current estimated 5.0 state, the cost of grading may outweigh the value increase.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman. First appearance of Bizarro-Joker (Silver Age). Key Bizarro World issue. Iconic Curt Swan cover art.
Authentication Notes
The 12-cent cover price, silver age paper stock texture, and characteristic 'checkerboard' DC top banner are consistent with original 1966 printing. Staple placement appears centered and original.