World's Finest Comics starring Superman and Batman ##287
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Cary Burkett
Interior Artist
George Tuska
Cover Artist
Rich Buckler and Pascual Ferry (signed 'Buckler & Sandoval')
Publication Date
January 1983
Cover Variant
Direct Edition (indicated by Batman logo in the UPC box area)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
The main story 'The Miraculous Man-Bat' features Superman and Batman teaming up to investigate a mystery involving the Man-Bat (Kirk Langstrom). The cover depicts Batman attacking Superman over a cityscape with Robin in the background.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good / Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible heavy spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and rounding of the bottom left corner; light moisture/handling staining on the bottom white margin; visible 'C-204' written in ink on the left edge of the UPC box; general cover scuffing and minor edge wear.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.0+): $25.00 - $45.00. Given the current condition, value resides at the lower end of the raw scale.
Recent Sales
Low-to-mid grade copies typically sell in bulk lots for $2-$4 each. High-grade (CGC 9.6+) copies have sold for $40-$60 range.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading (approx. $25-$35) far exceed the final market value of the book in this mid-grade condition (estimated 5.0-6.0).
Notable Features
Direct Market edition featuring a Batman head illustration in the UPC box. Includes backup stories for Green Arrow (by Joey Cavalieri and George Ruppert) and Hawkman (by Tony Isabella and Richard Howell). Features the appearance of the villain 'The Magician'.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1983 DC production. Paper stock shows age-appropriate off-white to cream coloring. The ink density and registration are consistent with early 80s copper age printing standards.