Superman ##167
DC Comics • Superman Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton (Edmond Moore Hamilton)
Interior Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), George Klein (inks)
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (pencils), George Klein (inks)
Publication Date
February 1964
Cover Variant
Regular/Direct (Pre-UPC era)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Story title: 'The Team of Luthor and Brainiac!' This silver-age key features the first time Lex Luthor and Brainiac team up to defeat Superman. In this issue, Brainiac's origin is expanded, revealing his computerized nature.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good (CGC 4.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks throughout the left edge; significant cover wear and soiling/foxing on the white portions of the cover; bottom right corner blunting and minor creasing; top right corner wear; overall yellowing consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $30 - $60; Graded (CGC 4.0): $80 - $110
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies vary between $35 and $55. 4.0 CGC slabs have recently sold in the $90 range, while 6.0 copies fetch roughly $150.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless for personal preservation. The costs of grading, shipping, and handling would likely equal or exceed the total market value of a 4.0 copy. A press might improve the flatness but will not remove the color-breaking spine stress or foxing.
Notable Features
Significant Silver Age key issue. First Luthor and Brainiac team-up. Brainiac's origin is retold/revealed as a biological construct/computer. Iconic Curt Swan cover.
Authentication Notes
The 12-cent price point and 'National Comics Group' (DC) logo are consistent with the 1964 publication. Printing registration and paper oxidation appear authentic for a 60-year-old comic.