Justice League of America #NO. 164
DC Comics • Justice League of America Vol. 1
Writer
Gerry Conway
Interior Artist
Dick Dillin and Frank McLaughlin
Cover Artist
Rich Buckler and Dick Giordano
Publication Date
March 1979
Cover Variant
Regular (Newsstand Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Title: 'Murderer on Board'. The Justice League assists Zatanna in her search for her lost mother, Sindella. The team travels to the hidden land of the Homo Magi, where they encounter the villainous Warlock of Ys. Key characters include Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Flash, and Zatanna.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Good/Fine (CGC 5.0)
Condition Details
Visible moderate spine stress with color-breaking ticks; significant blunting and creasing on the top-left and bottom-left corners; vertical creasing along the right edge; general surface wear and some yellowing of the white background consistent with age.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $10; Graded 5.0: $25 - $35
Recent Sales
Recent sales for mid-grade raw copies of this issue range from $4 to $8. Higher-grade slabbed copies (9.0+) fetch between $50 and $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The costs of grading and shipping would likely exceed the market value of the comic in this condition ($5.0). It is best enjoyed as a raw collector's copy.
Notable Features
Features the search for Zatanna's mother and the first appearance of Sindella. Newsstand edition with UPC barcode.
Authentication Notes
The comic appears authentic based on the 40-cent price point, layout of the DC 'bullet' logo, period-accurate UPC barcode, and natural paper aging/toning.