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!' in which Joker escapes prison and tricks Bizarro-Superman and Bizarro-Batman into joining his new gang. Key characters include Superman, Batman, Robin, Joker, and various Bizarro versions.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Moderate spine roll and stress lines; significant color chipping along the left edge; corner blunting especially on top left; visible dust shadow or foxing on white areas; small creases that break color on the right-hand side; general surface wear to the purple ink.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $55 | Graded 4.0: $70 - $90
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies range from $40 to $65 depending on spine integrity. CGC 6.0 copies have sold for roughly $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading in this condition. The cost of CGC/CBCS fees plus shipping would likely exceed the value added for a 4.0 grade. Best kept as a high-quality collector's reader copy.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman (Bizarro No. 1's version). Notable Joker cover, which is highly sought after by Batman collectors. Silver Age DC 12-cent price point.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic with period-accurate Ben-Day dots in the coloring. The staple placement and wear pattern on the non-glossy Silver Age paper stock are consistent with 1966 DC manufacturing.