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Condition Profile
DC COMICS · 8/67
UNIT ECA-034077
WORLD’S FINEST COMICS #168
Silver Age Superman and Batman team-up from the long-running World's Finest run
// Unit specification
// Copies in archive
| Unit | Grade | Variant | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECA-034077 | ~4.5 | — | AVAILABLE |
| ECA-040161 | ~4.5 | — | AVAILABLE |
| ECA-001146 | ~4.0 | — | AVAILABLE |
| ECA-026996 | ~3.5 | — | AVAILABLE |
// Run position
// Condition analysis
This 1967 pre-direct/newsstand-split issue shows notable spine stress with visible ticks and a small crease near the top of the spine, along with general surface wear and slight color rubbing along the left edge. There is a small tear/split at the top of the spine and mild corner softness at the top corners. The book is in a plastic sleeve which slightly obscures fine surface detail via glare; interior and back cover were not assessed.
// Valuation — market reference
| Bracket | Grade | Est. market value | Marker |
|---|---|---|---|
| LOW_RAW | 0.5 – 1.5 | $18 | |
| MID_RAW | 4.0 – 6.0 | $55 | |
| HIGH_CERT | 9.8 SLAB | $500 |
// Archive commentary
World's Finest Comics #168 arrives near the close of the Silver Age, continuing the flagship pairing of Superman and Batman that defined the title for decades. By 1967 the series had settled into a reliable format of high-concept team-up adventures, and this issue is a representative mid-run entry rather than a landmark. Robin rounds out the cast in the familiar DC house style of the period, and the book's appeal rests on the enduring popularity of its lead characters and the nostalgia surrounding this particular franchise.
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