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DC COMICS · 8/67
UNIT ECA-026996
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-040161 | ~5.0 | — | LISTED ON EBAY ↗ (opens eBay in a new tab) |
| ECA-034077 | ~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 wear: a soft, rounded spine with visible fraying and a small chunk missing at the top spine edge, along with color rubbing/wear along the spine ridge. The cover has overall softness and slight discoloration/browning consistent with age, plus minor edge wear along the corners. The book is currently housed in a plastic sleeve, and 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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