World's Finest Comics Starring Superman and Batman ##294
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics (1941 Series)
Writer
Cary Burkett
Interior Artist
George Tuska
Cover Artist
Gil Kane
Publication Date
August 1983
Cover Variant
Regular / Direct Edition
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features Superman and Batman facing off against Tonatiuh, a character claiming to be the reincarnated Aztec Sun God. This issue is part of the Bronze Age run of the title before it changed format/direction toward the end of the series.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Very Fine (CGC 8.0)
Condition Details
Overall high eye appeal; minor color-breaking spine stress ticks; slight blunting on the bottom right corner; minor shelf wear on the back cover likely present; edges appear relatively sharp with no significant chipping.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5.00 - $12.00; Graded (CGC 9.8): $60.00 - $80.00
Recent Sales
Recent raw copies in similar mid-to-high grade condition have sold between $4 and $10 on secondary markets like eBay. 9.8 Graded copies are infrequent but generally hold steady under $100.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of CGC/CBCS grading (approx. $30-$50 including shipping/fees) exceeds the raw market value of the book. It is best kept in a bag and board (mylar) for protection.
Notable Features
Direct Edition (indicated by the DC logo in the UPC box area); features an iconic Gil Kane cover; Bronze Age DC aesthetic.
Authentication Notes
Appearance is consistent with 1983 DC production standards including newsprint interior and a semi-glossy cover. No signs of restoration or counterfeiting are visible.