World's Finest Comics #No. 156
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton
Interior Artist
Curt Swan
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), George Klein (inks)
Publication Date
March 1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
A classic Silver Age crossover story featuring Superman, Batman, and the Joker. This issue contains the story 'The Federation of Bizarro Idiots,' where the Joker is recruited into a Bizarro team.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color breaking ticks on left edge; blunt upper-left and lower-right corners; small 1/4 inch tear on the left edge near the DC logo; center right edge shows minor wear/rounding; general shelf wear and light surface soiling consistent with age; interior paper appears likely cream to off-white.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $50 - $80; Graded (CGC 5.0): $120 - $160; High Grade (CGC 9.0+): $600+
Recent Sales
Recent 4.0-5.0 range raw copies sold for $45-70; a CGC 7.5 recently sold for approximately $275.
Grading Recommendation
Moderate. While a key Silver Age issue, a 5.0 grade typically barely covers the cost of grading fees it terms of ROI. If after a clean and press it appears to be a 6.0+, it would be worth professional grading for preservation and liquidity.
Notable Features
First appearance of Bizarro-Batman (Silver Age version); features Bizarro-Superman and Joker; iconic Curt Swan cover; Silver Age (12-cent) price point.
Authentication Notes
Authentic Silver Age DC copy; features correct 12-cent price; checkered top banner characteristic of DC's 1966 'Go-Go Checks' era is present; staple placement and paper aging are consistent with 1960s production.