World's Finest Comics ##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
Features the story 'The Federation of Bizarro Idiots.' The Joker escapes from prison and manipulates Bizarro-Superman and Bizarro-Batman. This issue is a notable cross-over of the Bizarro mythos with Batman's rogue gallery.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; corner blunting particularly on the bottom right; slight edge wear along the right side; minor surface scuffs and tanning consistent with Silver Age paper stock; light staining or darkening near the top checkerboard border; the cover gloss is mostly intact but shows age-related dulness.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50-$90; Graded (CGC 5.0): $120-$160
Recent Sales
Recent eBay sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $45 to $75. Graded 7.0 copies have recently fetched upwards of $250.
Grading Recommendation
Optional. While a Silver Age key featuring the first Bizarro-Batman, the current estimated grade of 5.0 may not significantly outweigh the costs of grading fees and shipping unless for preservation. A professional press and clean could potentially bump this to a 6.0.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman; features Joker; iconic 12-cent cover price; 'checkerboard' DC top banner style.
Authentication Notes
Authentic silver age 12-cent issue. Correct typography for the era; appropriate aging of paper (off-white to cream); correct staple placement visible on the interior edge; 'National Comics' DC bullet logo is present and sharp.