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), the Element Man. Also features the first appearances of Sapphire Stagg, Simon Stagg, and Java. This issue kicked off a brief run for the character in Brave and the Bold before he moved to his own self-titled series.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine/Very Fine (CGC 7.0)
Condition Details
Off-White Pages; minor spine stress and small color-breaking creases along the left edge; slight blunting on the top-left and bottom-left corners; moderate surface wear on the purple background of the top header; uniform aging consistent with mid-grade Silver Age books.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $350 - $450; Graded (CGC 7.0): $650 - $850 based on current market trends.
Recent Sales
CGC 7.0 copies have recently sold in the range of $675 to $825. Higher grades like 9.0+ see significantly higher premiums exceeding $2,000.
Grading Recommendation
Already professionally graded by CGC as a 7.0. At this grade level, the comic is well-protected and its value is stabilized; a 'press and regrade' might be attempted to reach a 7.5, but the current 7.0 is a strong, respectable grade for this key Silver Age issue.
Notable Features
Major Silver Age Key issue; 1st Metamorpho; 1st Sapphire Stagg; 1st Simon Stagg; 1st Java; 12 cent cover price; Silver Age DC 'National Comics' logo.
Authentication Notes
Professionally authenticated and encapsulated by CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) with serial number 3930888002. Slab features the holographic security foil and standard blue 'Universal Grade' label.