World's Finest ##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
The issue features 'The Federation of Bizarro Idiots!' storyline. Batman and Superman travel to Bizarro World where they encounter the first appearance of Bizarro-Batman. The Joker also appears, joining the 'F.B.I.' (Federation of Bizarro Idiots).
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine- (CGC 7.5)
Condition Details
Light spine stress marks visible along the left edge. Minor corner blunting on the top right. Slight color-breaking crease near the bottom right edge. Colors remain vibrant with good gloss. Overall very sharp for a Silver Age book.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $100 - $150; Graded (CGC 7.5): $175 - $225
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-to-high grade copies (7.0 to 9.0) range from $120 to $400 depending on eye appeal and certified grade.
Grading Recommendation
Worth grading if aiming for a 7.5 or higher. A professional press and clean could potentially bump this to an 8.0 or 8.5, significantly increasing the value above the cost of the service.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman (Batzarro prototype). Silver Age Key. Iconic Bizarro-style cover art.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age DC copy. Features valid 12-cent cover price, correct DC National Comics logo, and period-accurate paper stock and ink saturation.