Our family is raising funds for our teens unfunded & urgent cosmetic surgery in Jan 26 . We are selling off many of our possessions to make this happen. Our goal is to cover all expenses: 1) air travel and transport (to and from Wakefield Hospital, Wellington, 2) the unfunded surgery of NZ $35,000 to NZ $37,000, hospital stay one night followed by one additional night (as recommended by the surgeon), before flying home to Napier.

Published in Summer 1945, World's Finest Comics #18 is a classic Golden Age anthology featuring some of DC Comics' most iconic characters. At this stage in the series, Superman and Batman appeared in separate stories within the same issue rather than teaming up, which did not become standard until issue #71. It also marks the final headline appearance for the Star-Spangled Kid in this title. The iconic cover, featuring Superman and Batman, was illustrated by Jack Burnley. Featured Stories: "The Junior Reporters!" follows newsboy Tommy Blake as he attempts to win a reporting position at the Daily Planet while Superman helps him expose his brother's involvement in a counterfeit ring. In "Specialists in Crime!", the Dynamic Duo faces off against Professor L. M. Brane, a criminal mastermind who hires specialists to execute his schemes. The issue includes anthology stories for Green Arrow (investigating a remote-control robbery), Zatara, the Boy Commandos, and Johnny Everyman.

Based on recent sales data for an issue like ours which is in fair condition, sells in the range of US $180 to US $200 (NZ $310 to NZ $348). High Grade copies in excellent condition have sold for over US $1,260 (NZ $2,200). Mid Grade prices typically range from US $370 (NZ $650) to US $1,100 (NZ $1996).

Key Factors Affecting Value The value is primarily driven by: Rarity: Golden Age comics from the 1940s are scarce. Historical Significance: It marks the final headline appearance for the Star-Spangled Kid in this title. Desirability: Fair condition Overall Presentation: Please see photos.