World's Finest Comics starring Superman & Batman ##297
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
David Anthony Kraft
Interior Artist
Gene Colan
Cover Artist
Gene Colan and Klaus Janson
Publication Date
November 1983
Cover Variant
Regular Edition (Direct Edition)
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Part of 'The Pantheon Saga'. Superman and Batman team up to fight the Pantheon, a group of powerful aliens. The story involves cosmic-level stakes and highlights the contrast between Batman's detective skills and Superman's raw power.
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Fine (CGC 6.0)
Condition Details
Visible spine stress and color-breaking ticks along the left edge. The bottom left corner shows blunting and light creasing. Minor edge wear on the right side. The cover gloss appears intact, but there is some surface wear and minor discoloration on the back stack in the background.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $3.00 - $8.00; Graded (9.8): $35.00 - $50.00
Recent Sales
Raw copies generally sell for cover price or slightly above in mid-grade. High-grade (9.8) slabs have a low frequency of sales, typically hovering around $40.00.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading. The cost of the grading service ($25+) exceeds the current market value of the comic in this condition. It is a common 'dollar bin' issue.
Notable Features
Direct Market edition (indicated by 'The New DC' logo in the bottom-left UPC box). Features Gene Colan's signature moody art style. No major first appearances or key deaths.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be a genuine 1983 publication. The paper stock shows natural aging (slight yellowing visible on edges), and the 'The New DC' logo is consistent with DC's marketing in the early 1980s.