Weird War Tales ##55
DC Comics • Weird War Tales Vol. 1
Writer
Robert Kanigher, Cary Burkett, Wyatt Gwyon
Interior Artist
Ruben Yandoc, E.R. Cruz, Jerry Grandenetti
Cover Artist
Joe Kubert
Publication Date
July 1977
Cover Variant
Regular (Whitman Multi-Pack Variant)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Anthology of war-themed supernatural stories including 'The Last Cavalry Charge' featuring centaurs in combat, plus 'Skeleton Flight' and 'The Long Sleep'. Hosted by Death.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine stress and ticks; minor blunting on the top-right corner; visible edge wear along the bottom; light surface scuffing/soiling; minor manufacturing ink overspray on the bottom edge. The bag obscures some fine detail but colors remain vibrant.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $10.00 - $18.00; Graded (CGC 5.0): $35.00 - $45.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-grade condition have sold between $8 and $15. Higher grade (VF/NM) copies fetch $40-$60.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading fees plus shipping exceeds the current market value for a mid-grade issue. Only worth grading if reaching 9.4+ (NM) territory.
Notable Features
Features the iconic Joe Kubert cover art of a centaur fighting a tank. Notable as a Whitman variant (indicated by the lack of price circle/date in the upper left, replaced by the DC logo and a simplified trade dress), usually distributed in plastic bagged multi-packs.
Authentication Notes
Displays authentic 1970s Bronze Age newsprint characteristics. Proper staple placement and era-specific DC 'bullet' logo. No signs of restoration visible.