World's Finest Comics ##158
DC Comics • World's Finest Comics Vol. 1
Writer
Edmond Hamilton
Interior Artist
Curt Swan (pencils) and Sheldon Moldoff (inks)
Cover Artist
Curt Swan (pencils) and Sheldon Moldoff (inks)
Publication Date
June 1966
Cover Variant
Regular
Printing
First Printing
Comic Description
Features the story 'The Invulnerable Super-Enemy.' Superman and Batman face off against a giant villain who possesses the powers of various animals via a special belt. It also includes an Atom backup story titled 'The Case of the Innocent Thief.'
Condition & Value
Condition Grade
Good (CGC 2.0)
Condition Details
The book shows heavy wear. Significant piece missing from bottom left corner. Multiple color-breaking spine stresses and ticks. Writing in pencil (likely a price '10') in the top right word balloon area. Dull corners, edge wear, and signs of staining or foxing on the right edge.
Estimated Market Value
Raw: $5 - $15 | Graded (CGC 2.0): $25 - $40. Due to the large missing corner piece, the value is significantly capped.
Recent Sales
Copies in VG/Fine (5.0) range generally sell for $30-$50. Low grade copies (under 3.0) frequently sell for $10-15.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for grading. The cost of professional grading would likely exceed the final market value of the book due to the missing piece and overall condition.
Notable Features
Silver Age issue featuring a 'checkered' top banner used by DC in 1966. Notable for being a classic Superman/Batman team-up issue with a giant-sized threat cover theme common to the era.
Authentication Notes
Appears to be an authentic 1966 12-cent copy. The wear patterns, paper oxidation, and ink absorption are consistent with Silver Age newsprint and printing methods.