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The Flash (1959) No. 139

🔑 Key Issue — 1st appearance of Professor Zoom (Eobard Thawne aka Reverse Flash)

Issue Details

The Flash (1959) No. 139 cover

Publisher: DC Comics

Cover Date: September 1963

Cover Price: $0.12

Writer: John Broome

Penciller: Carmine Infantino

Cover Artist: Murphy Anderson

First Appearance: Professor Zoom (Eobard Thawne aka Reverse Flash)

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The Flash (1959) #139 Value — Quick Raw Price Guide

GradeConditionRaw Value
9.4Near Mint$1,300.00
8.0Very Fine$910.00
6.0Fine$390.00
4.0Very Good$195.00
2.0Good$130.00

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The Flash (1959) #139 Value FAQ

How much is The Flash (1959) #139 worth?

As of August 2026, a near-mint (9.4) raw copy is valued around $1,300.00; lower grades range from ~$130.00 (Good) to ~$910.00 (Very Fine).

Is The Flash (1959) #139 a key issue?

Yes — it is a key issue, featuring the first appearance of Professor Zoom (Eobard Thawne aka Reverse Flash).

Who created The Flash (1959) #139?

The Flash (1959) #139 was written by John Broome, pencilled by Carmine Infantino, with a cover by Murphy Anderson.

When was The Flash (1959) #139 published?

DC Comics published it with a September 1963 cover date, originally priced at $0.12.

What is a high-grade copy of The Flash (1959) #139 worth?

A Near Mint (9.4) raw copy runs about $1,300.00. Graded (CGC) copies typically sell for more — available to members.