World's Finest Comics ##156
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton
Interior Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), George Klein (inks)
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), George Klein (inks)
Publication Date
March 1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A significant Silver Age story titled 'The Federation of Bizarro Idiots!' featuring the Joker, Superman, Batman, and Bizarro. The Joker manipulates the Bizarros into helping him commit crimes, resulting in the introduction of several Bizarro-fied characters.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and several small ticks, minor corner blunting on all four corners, slight color rubbing on the dark purple background, tanning apparent along the bottom edge, and minor surface wear typical for silver age paper.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $65 - $100; Graded (CGC 6.0): $120 - $160
Recent Sales
CGC 6.0 copies have recently sold in the $130-$150 range. Mid-grade raw copies typically auction between $50 and $80 depending on the intensity of the cover colors.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate recommendation. While a key Silver Age issue, the value in 6.0 grade may not significantly outweigh grading fees after shipping. A professional press could potentially bump this to a 7.0, making it more viable for encapsulation.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman (Bizarro No. 1's creation). Features the 'Bizarro-Joker' mentioned in dialogue. Key Silver Age Batman/Superman team-up. Iconic Curt Swan cover art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic silver age copy. Features correct 12-cent cover price, DC 'checkerboard' top trade dress, and era-appropriate paper oxidation. Staple placement appears original.