The Brave and the Bold presents Metamorpho The Element Man #No. 58
DC Comics • The Brave and the Bold Vol. 1
Writer
Bob Haney
Interior Artist
Ramona Fradon
Cover Artist
Ramona Fradon
Publication Date
March 1965
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct Edition (12 cent price point)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Second appearance of Rex Mason, also known as Metamorpho. This issue continues the origin story following his debut in Brave and the Bold #57. Metamorpho battles against Simon Stagg's machinations and uses his elemental transmutation powers to fight a giant robot.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and multiple color-breaking ticks throughout the left margin. Significant corner blunting and minor rounding especially on the bottom right. Small edge tears or nicks along the left and top edges. Noticeable surface wear/scuffing on the black background. Signs of slight yellowing/aging on the cover paper stock.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $35 - $60; Graded (CGC 4.0): $100 - $140
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range between $40 to $75; CGC 4.0 specimens have historically sold in the $110 range, while high-grade 9.0+ copies exceed $1,000.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a key Silver Age appearance, the current condition (approx. 4.0) may not yield a massive profit margin after grading fees and shipping. A 'Press and Clean' might help, but the color-breaking spine stress is permanent. Only grade for preservation or if seeking to maximize liquidity for sale.
Notable Features
Second appearance of Metamorpho; Origin of Metamorpho part 2; Key Silver Age DC title; Ramona Fradon's iconic art style; 12 cent cover price.
Authentication Notes
The item shows age-appropriate paper oxidation and staple placement consistent with mid-1960s DC manufacturing. The ink saturation on the 'Metamorpho' logo and the 12-cent price circle match known authentic copies.